Jim Trelease | Penguin Books, 2013 | Book
Trelease's classic book makes the compelling argument that reading aloud offers amazing benefits and rewards at any age. His anecdotes are charming, convincing and make clear that access to great books makes a huge difference for all kinds of families.
Ryan Dowd | American Library Association, 2018 | Book
Dowd's classes — and now his book — are essential reading for librarians in determining how to best serve the public. Specifically, his chapter on choosing to enforce policies with empathy, rather than punishment — which, he argues, can create resentment and non-compliance.
Dana Suskind | Book
Professor Suskind explains the approach behind the landmark study by researchers Hart and Risley — finding that some children heard thirty million fewer words by their fourth birthdays than others — and the methods parents and caregivers can use every day to maximize their child's potential.
Jennifer A. Dixon, Steven A. Gillis | Library Journal, 2017 | Article
This article from Library Journal gives a great overview of the issues associated with fines in libraries — from revenue streams to conflicts to service ideals.
Ruth Graham | Slate, 2017 | Article
A peek at more than 100 years of poor interactions between librarians and patrons revolving around fines, without any evidence that this practice serves either the library or the patron.
Annette DeFaveri | LIBR.ORG | Article
This article looks at ways libraries can break down barriers to socially excluded groups, create a more inclusive atmosphere and the costs associated with exclusionary practices.