Learn about some delicious reads about Fall and Harvest which are perfect to share with young children. Some great ideas for storytime!

Explore the charm of creative Youth Services spaces that engage children and spark imagination with vibrant decor and fun displays.

I recently took a 3-month break from hosting story time, due to life, travel, and the fact that my normal Thursday morning slot was being used for another program. It has been three years since I star...

For most people, having a massive to-do list can feel extremely overwhelming. As summer comes to a close and the hectic back to school season begins, our daily to-do lists must pivot while we switch g...

The ALSC Vice-President/President Elect reflects on their YALSA membership and its impact on their career as it reunites with ALSC and moves forward.

In the spirit of reunification and the inclusion of teens into the charge of the Library Services to Underserved Children and their Caregivers Committee: Many years ago, when I was regularly doing out...

Learn how thoughtful program evaluation helps libraries review, revise, and retire program options that better serve changing community needs.

A few years ago, I took a class through ALSC specifically about using American Sign Language in storytime and library programming. I immediately brought my beginner ASL skills into the school library,...

Often when I am at the library providing reader’s advisory services, I get asked by young folks, “Can you recommend a book to me?” ...

Learn how you can make an outdoor color storytime to teach your patrons about colors in a fun and messy way!

A library in the mall is nothing new—Dallas boasts one fashioned like a bookstore—but it’s new to Gainesville, Florida.

Learn how involving kids and adults in shared experiences during library programming can enhance the experience for everyone.

Get ready for Summer Scares! Transform your space into a spooky storytelling haven with creepy campfire tales.

Libraries lost a staunch and much beloved ally with the death of Dolly Parton on August 25th.  Parton founded her Imagination Library in 1995 in honor of her father.  Though she considered him the sma...

Are you attending the 2026 ALSC National Institute in October? We’d love to have you consider writing guest posts for the ALSC Blog about what you are learning and experiencing! The Association for Li...

The name (at least for the moment) of the ALSC committee I co-chair is Library Services to Underserved Children and their Caregivers. It’s a mouthful and in the two years I’ve been part of the committ...

As your new president, I invite you to reimagine how we can build a stronger ALSC together. Your support matters.

Explore how intentional training, development, and targeted learning help library employees build confidence and deliver stronger services.

Explore the CLEL Bell Awards and learn how outstanding picture books model early literacy practices for young children.

How to build business partnerships that expand the reach and impact of your storytimes, without sacrificing your role as a third space.

As youth librarians, we know how important it is to collect our statistics. If it can be counted, there is probably a library collecting it. We count program attendance, track circulation, tally summe...

It is a truth universally acknowledged that kids of all ages love to make buttons.  Apologies to Jane Austen, but my past library experience has shown that school age children and teens really enjoyed...

Change up your library's Summer Reading experience with innovative scratch-off cards that make keeping track of reading fun for all ages

Learn five quick tips about how you can start a decodables collection at your library that your patrons will love!

"Unearth" the story of your career by reflecting on the characters, settings, and plot points that have shaped you.

Explore insights from ALA Annual 2026 on the carceral system and its impact on children and caregivers in our communities.

Learn how scaffolded programming creates clear learning paths, supports developmental growth, and builds stronger patron engagement.

Find inspiration to tackle Summer Reading burnout and keep your library programs fun and engaging throughout the season.

One small library. One artist with no library experience. A surprisingly big result for Mukwonago Community Library's marketing.

Here are some simple tips for working with teen volunteers in the children's department!

A "reading room" tucked amongst carousels and storybook sets is the most magical part of Oakland's Fairyland.

Kid Lit Dream Jobs...that maybe don't exist quite yet

Interested in writing for the ALSC Blog? Join our team of bloggers and share your insights on library services for young people.

This post explores quirky habits and traits to talk about with potential library workers for recruiting and retention.

Perfect professional development by shifting your mindset to embrace opportunities that challenge and support your growth.

It is springtime in Chicagoland, and when the weather begins to get warmer, our members look forward to the summer season in our Giving Garden. The windows in the Early Learning Area of the Indian Tra...

It's time to wrap up the school year in the school library--here's what I'm doing this year to save my time and sanity

Learn how you can join the Join the ALSC Blogging Team as a Conference Blogger at #alaac26 in Chicago, IL next month.

Just as stories provide mirrors, windows, and sliding doors for folks – toys can too! Being intentional with the items we place in our public spaces makes our spaces more engaging. Being creative with...

Early literacy asides lead to storytime success by explaining concepts and empowering caregivers to continue working on skills at home.

Learn how one librarian celebrated International Museums Day with a book display!

Learn how you can offer suggestions for consideration of quality titles to the 2027 Notable Children's Books committee

In the fall of last year, ALSC blogger Eleanor Howell-Shryock highlighted ways that she models consent in her story time at the library...

Check out my favorite picture books for class visits!

Celebrate the reunification journey at ALA Annual with joint events and discussions that bring ALSC and YALSA closer together.