Recommended books that embody feminist principles and the fight for the freedom of self, body, mind, and spirit. Titles have been selected for readers from birth through age 18. Sponsored by the Feminist Task Force of the Social Responsibilities Round Table of the American Library Association. Lists are available in PDF or HTML format.

Unit of the American Library Association for school librarians and media specialists. Resources include information about education and careers; issues and advocacy; awards, grants, and scholarships; AASL news; publications and journals; conferences and events; and professional tools.

Unit of the American Library Association supporting the profession of children's librarianship. Information on projects and conferences, lists of award-winning children's materials, resources for librarians and parents, and links to web sites for kids.

A database of library professionals who are authors of published, forthcoming, and not-yet-published books for children and young adults.

Resources for planning baby and toddler storytimes. Includes planning tips, theme ideas, and sample programs for children ages 6 to 24 months.

Written in both English and Spanish, this site lists recommended books, professional resources, workshops, proceedings, friends, and links to other related sites.

Thematic storytime ideas with suggested books, activities, and crafts.

A collection of thematic booklists in PDF format for children from preschool through high school.

An American Library Association (ALA) publication designed to help librarians develop policy for children’s access to the Internet.

An index of award winners, booklists, and series books for young readers.

Bibliography to help parents and professionals identify books that are written about or include characters who have a disability.

A full-text ERIC Digest that examines how literature can be used to explain the events of September 11th to children.

An introduction to comic book and graphic novel formats, genres, publishers, and collection development issues for libraries that serve young adults.

Supplement to the book of the same name. Includes links and resources of interest to those serving youth in libraries.

Articles, columns, evaluation tools, and handouts for school library and educational technology issues. Includes contact information for Doug Johnson.

Details about planning an "Afternoon Adventures with Dungeons and Dragons" program at the library. Includes instructions for ordering a free "Afternoon Adventures" kit and downloadable documents to support the program.

A guide for developing English-Spanish library activities for toddlers through young adults and families. Based on material from the 2001 and 2002 Texas Reading Club Manual.

A database of library program ideas. Search by topic, audience, program type, and cost. A project of the Mid-Hudson (New York) Library System.

An annotated list of graphic novels and trade paperbacks recommended for young adult collections in public libraries.

Reports the results of a study that shows teenagers are having difficulty in evaluating resources on the Web. Uses Perry's Scheme of Student Development to provide a framework for the findings.

A collection of storytime themes with related books, fingerplays, flannel boards, poetry, and songs.

A database of easy reader, children's, and young adult series books. Organized by series, title, subject, and author. A readers' advisory service of the Mid-Continent Public Library.

A monthly youth services newsletter created by staff at Kent District (Michigan) Library. Includes information about early literacy, books, music, Web resources, and professional development.

A youth services programming handbook in PDF format for public library staff. Developed by and for Illinois librarians, but suitable for use in any library.

Full-text ERIC Digest report about how children spend their after-school hours at the public library.

Resources and recommended materials for planning "books and babies" programs in the public library.

Booktalks, reading recommendations, book reviews, and general information about children's literature.

A discussion list about the practical aspects of children's and young adult services in public libraries. Topics are focused on programming ideas, outreach, literacy, censorship and policy issues, collection development, administrative considerations, job openings, and professional development. Requires registration.

A collection of storytime games, rhymes, songs, and lullabies for babies from birth to 14 months old.

Children's literature resources and storytime ideas for school and public librarians.

Suggestions for recommending books to gifted children.

Full-text ERIC Digest about the impact of school library media programs on the academic achievement of U.S. public school students.

An ERIC Digest article about the different ways that public libraries can serve home schooled students and their home schooling parents.

Collection of web pages created or maintained by school librarians. Includes information about school libraries for personal and professional use.

Online resources to help school librarians make effective use of the Internet. Includes links to information about curriculum resources, technology, collection development, and information literacy.

Planning ideas for teen programs. Includes icebreakers, group activities, games, and crafts.

Results of a study on the various kinds of public library services and resources available for children and young adults. Commissioned by the United States Department of Education, Office of Library Programs, and released in 1995.

Answers to several "how" and "why" questions about setting up a summer reading program. Includes information about goals, themes, budget, incentives, staff involvement, and program evaluation.

Children's book reviews and collection development guidance for small- and medium-sized public libraries and school media centers serving children and youth from preschool to grade 12. Emphasis is on the geography, wildlife, folklore, industry, recreation, native and immigration populations, and authors of the Great Lakes region of the United States.

Online community for librarians who work with teenagers in public or school settings. Includes news, resources, message board, chat, and links.

A research center for children's and youth services librarians. Includes online resources for collection development, storytelling, and programming.

Annotated booklists, awards, and reviews intended to help librarians and teachers select books for children ages 4 to 14.

An overview of the genres, resources for selecting, and special considerations for libraries. Includes a list of recommended titles.

A nationwide non-profit organization which donates new children's books to small, rural public libraries in the United States. Includes fundraising ideas, application and donation information, and a wishlist of books.

An article about how librarians can improve collection development for children between the ages of 9 and 12.

A themed list of classic books that represent American history, culture, and ideals. Includes information about how libraries can win a "We the People" bookshelf, books, and supplementary materials. A project of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

An index of links to resources for librarians who serve young adults. Visitors may search by keyword or browse links by subject heading.

Resource page listing resources for young adult librarians including journals, associations, and literature.