AOL's beRED
http://www.bered.com/
Teen Reads
http://www.teenreads.com
YALSA Booklists
http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/yalsa/booklistsawards/booklistsbook.cfm
ALD Teen Booklist Page
http://teens.arapahoelibraries.org/go2.cfm?pid=6187
Alternative Teen Services: Post on Teen Book Discussion Blogs
http://www.yalibrarian.com/wordpress/2006/08/teen-book-discussion-blogs/
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I just re-read an article in Library Journal, "The Disconnected," July 2008 by Kathy Degyansky. 3.8 million people, aged 18 - 24 nationwide are no longer in school, nor do they have jobs. Since that article was written, this number has probably risen significantly. These young people are single moms, high school dropouts and and other at-risk folks who use the library frequently for internet access, storytimes, GED programs, entertainment and job searching. They don't loudly demand teen services, because they see themselves as adult library users. How libraries provide services to this population in the future aligns with the real need for a "third" world for this large group. Libraries can contribute to the future success of "The Disconnected" and to the overall health of the communities where they live by providing programs, personnel, and a purpose. Please read more on ww.libraryjournal.com to get motivated to explore our roles as library staff who make a difference to teens and these older young adults by providing a consistent evolving and welcoming place to come!
This has been re-posted to the comment list for the Third Space for Teens entry-where it was to have gone in the first place! GRP
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