50 Years of YALSA: An Incomplete History of Events and Their Effect on Teen Library Services

YALSA wasn't the first group of people that showed interest in expanding library services to young adults, but they are an organization that has made a deep impact. Youth Services wouldn't be the same without the many conferences, guides, booklists, and programs that YALSA produced in the 50 years between its creation in 1957 and its 50th anniversary.

1957-06-24 00:00:00

Young Adult Services Division (YASD) Formed

The Association of Young People's Librarians, created in 1941 as a division of the ALA, split into two groups, the Children's Library Association and the Young Adult Services Division, in 1957. If it wasn't for this split, teen library services today wouldn't be as advanced or involved as they are. The YASD created a rich tradition of producing booklists, journal columns, library programs, youth services manuals, and chances to connect with more experienced librarians in order to improve services to young adults. Reference: Starr, C. (2016). Brief History of the Young Adult Services Division. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/aboutyalsa/history/briefhistory

1957-07-01 17:12:48

Margaret Alexander Edwards "Mother of Young Adult Librarians" wins Grolier Award

For her "contagious enthusiasm for books and reading that has been felt not only by the young people of Baltimore, but indirectly by young people across this country... and the creative genius and integrity of purpose she brings to her work with youth and young adult librarians" (Lapides, 2002, p. 48), Edwards won the Grolier award. The way she lived her life created a long term impact on young adult library services even after her death in 1998. In 1935, just 3 years after becoming a librarian who focused on services for young adults, Edwards was asked to be a part of the Young People's Reading Roundtable by the ALA, which means that she had done enough outstanding work in her short time as a librarian that she was noticed at a national level. After this, her work accelerated. She wrote many articles on youth services, traveled to high schools to promote books, started a book wagon to reach rural areas, and wrote handbooks for young adult librarians. She devoted her life to improving the lives of teens and to teaching others to do the same After she was done with her own services, she still influenced teens and the profession. YALSA began administering the Edwards award in 1988 and the Alex award in 1998, both of which were named after and honored her. Edwards also created the Margaret Alexander Edwards (MAE) Trust in order to provide for the "personal reading of young adults" (Taylor, 2014, p. 24). This trust has provided many grants to library promotion programs, teen moms, reading list creations, etc. Without Edwards's generous work with teens during her lifetime and her equipping, whether with grants or handbooks, young adult librarians for generations to come, libraries would be much farther behind in discovering how best to serve this demographic. Librarians are fortunate to have such a passionate advocate as their forerunner. Resources: Lapides, L. F. (2002). Margaret Alexander Edwards, 1902-1988. Journal Of Youth Services In Libraries, 15(4), 44-49. Taylor, D. (2014). The Legacy of Margaret Alexander Edwards. Young Adult Library Services, 12(3), 24-26.

1959-07-01 17:12:48

"Outstanding Fiction" Booklist Created for Students Heading to College

This booklist, which is now known as "Outstanding Books for the College Bound", is revised every five years by a YALSA committee of young adult, both public and school, librarians and academic librarians. Its purpose is to gather books that offer a variety of topics and ideas that bring interest in academic disciplines to teens. The creation of this booklist was a good start to finding ways to encourage young adults to further their education and cross the bridge into adult fiction. Because these books are chosen for their focus on universal truths and their passing the test of time, this list is timeless and will deepen the thoughts of the books' readers instead of falling by the wayside with many trendy teen titles. References: Carstensen, A. (Ed.). (2011). Outstanding books for the college bound: Titles and programs for a new generation. Chicago, IL: American Library Association. Outstanding Books [Online Image]. (2016). Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/booklistsawards/booklists/outstandingbooks/nonfictionoutstanding

1960-04-02 17:12:48

13 African-American Teens Sit-In at Danville, VA's Library

High schooler Chalmers Mebane, emboldened by the famous sit-in in Greensboro, convinced 12 friends to collaborate in a sit-in in Danville, VA. At first they were planning to focus their effort on a lunch counter but then changed their attention to the segregated public library. When the students attempted to check out books at the library for white patrons and were refused service, they sat at tables to work on homework until the library was abruptly closed 20 minutes later. Instead of deciding to integrate the libraries immediately, it was voted to make it illegal to use the library without a card and therefore the teens couldn't perform another sit-in without risking arrest. With the NAACP's help, they filed against the library for unequal treatment and won. Instead of allowing integration once again, however, it was voted that both locations would close. Later it was voted, though barely in favor, to open both branches again and integrate them but with new policies and a fee to buy a new card. Though this wasn't strictly an event within YALSA, these young adults proved that there was more attention to young adult voices in libraries across the U.S. There was much opposition at the beginning, but these teens were able to pave the slow path of both people of color and those of all ages to gain equal treatment in the library setting. References: Barton, D. (1960). Danville Public Library. [Online Image]. Retrieved from http://www.vcdh.virginia.edu/cslk/danville/media/images/danville_public_library.jpg Robinson, K. (2014). Black high school students sit-in, desegregate public libraries in Danville, VA, 1960. Retrieved from https://nvdatabase.swarthmore.edu/content/black-high-school-students-sit-desegregate-public-libraries-danville-va-1960 Tetley, G. (1960). Danville repoens---with a difference. Wilson Library Bulletin, 35, p. 224.

1964-07-01 17:12:48

First publication of "Books for Slow High School Readers" Booklist

This list, which became "Quick Picks" a decade later, was created to help find titles for teens who were reluctant readers and needed a push in the direction of books they could come to love. These are books from all genres that will appeal to teens on a visual, topical, or literary nature. The criteria for the books that are chosen is that they hook their readers within the first 10 pages, have a catchy cover or blurb, simple writing style, and at least a touch of humor. These lists, which are still created today, have helped young adult librarians throughout the years get teens to read that otherwise would have avoiding books during their leisure time. The creation of this list also showed a shift in focus for young adult library services. Where before librarians were working to get a variety of books into the hands of readers, now they were spending time learning how to make readers out of teens who only read when they were forced to do so. By analyzing what aspects of books could appeal to reluctant readers or those with short attention spans, librarians have changed the lives of many teens who got hooked on reading by books on these lists. References: Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers. (2016). In American Library Association. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/booklistsawards/booklists/quickpicks/quickpicksreluctantyoung 2016 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers. (2016). In American Library Association. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/2016-quick-picks-reluctant-young-adult-readers

1966-07-08 13:38:41

"Two Blocks Apart": YASD's First Preconference

This preconference was the introduction of young adult services discussions on a national basis. The discussion was loosely based on the book of the same title edited by Charlotte Mayerson. Many professionals showed up to be able to share ideas on how best to reach and understand underprivileged teens in their communities. This preconference was part of the foundation of the longstanding tradition of libraries striving to help the underprivileged. Because of discussions like this that led to plans of action and activism, today there are many libraries that do outreach, provide food, and educate teens on subjects they might not have opportunity to learn about elsewhere. Young adult librarians want to equip all their teens for the world, and it starts with discussing what is needed and how to provide for those needs. References: McGinniss, D. A., Ferguson, E. A., Bailey, G. M., Batchelder, M. L., Trezza, A., Rodell, E., & Batchelder, M.. (1966). New York Conference Program Planning. ALA Bulletin, 60(3), 265–269. Two Blocks Apart. [Electronic Image]. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51AlKpa9SmL._SY344_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg

1967-06-26 13:38:41

YASD Hosts "Intellectual Freedom and the Teenager" Preconference

YASD and the ALA Intellectual Freedom Committee co-hosted this preconference. This was an important topic for discussion because of the growing activism in libraries at the time to uphold intellectual freedom. Libraries in the past had been advocates of censorship, but once they realized that, in order to provide equal services to community members of all ethnicities, religions, political parties, etc., they had to adopt a firm stance on intellectual freedom. 1967 was an early time to discuss this topic for young adults, though, and it is good for teens today that even 50 years ago librarians were fighting for the right for teens to have access to all types of information. The library is now one place that teens can come to learn more about topics that are not talked about in school or at home, and this access to information allows them to make their own educated decisions and develop their own opinions if they choose to take advantage of their library's collection. Reference: San Francisco Conference Program Plans. (1967). San Francisco Conference Program Plans. ALA Bulletin, 61(3), 321–324. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/25697596

1975-07-01 13:38:41

YASD "Book You" Preconference

This preconference took a look at the previous 15 years of the "Best Books for Young Adults" booklist that YASD published annually. The committee behind the list had taken those 15 lists and revised them into one list that showed they were "Still Alive" and popular. A big topic of discussion was the fact that the list showed the progression from books that held literary merit to books that were in high demand for circulation. This shift is still evident today in books that librarians often suggest to their young adults. Instead of shoving what adults think of as worthy reading material, young adult librarians have learned to suggest trendier books that might catch their readers' attentions more. This discussion was also an important event because it brought librarians together to discuss the usefulness of the lists that can still be seen today. Booklists such as this are very helpful for collection development and readers advisory and give librarians a starting point on finding new materials for their teens. Reference: Gerhardt, L. N. (1975). Still Alive: 15 Years of “Best Books for Young Adults”. School Library Journal, 22(2), 82.

1978-07-01 14:05:11

"The Young Adult Perplex" First Published in Wilson Library Bulletin

This column, started by Patty Campbell, ran in every issue of the Bulletin from 1978 through the late 90s and took a look at issues that related to teens at the time. From feminism to intellectual freedom to sex education, Campbell wrote about interviews with professionals inside and outside of the library sphere. This column impacted the way young adult services were approached. Often, it was just library professionals that had input on how teens should be reached, how books affected their readers, etc., but Campbell used her column to gain outside insight. In one issue in particular, she gave some romance books to a professional psychologist and asked her questions about how those books could affect their teen audience. Things like this help librarians gain more knowledge on how books can help or hurt teens. Campbell also advocated for a lot of forms of education that in turn becomes advocacy for intellectual freedom. Librarians today can provide information on sex education, psychology, politics, and so on because of Campbell's example of looking past reading materials to larger issues. Reference: Campbell, P. J. (1982). Young adult perplex. Wilson Library Bulletin, 56, 690

1978-07-01 14:05:11

"Voice Of Youth Advocates" creation

This magazine, also known as VOYA, is the most-known library journal that focuses on young adult librarians and young adult materials. It includes articles from prominent librarians about issues, programming, intellectual freedom, books, authors, and so much more. From the start, they championed the need for intellectual freedom and access to all information for young adults and informed professionals on how to do the same. They also advocate for creating an atmosphere for the teens that is designed by teens and they include pieces in their magazines to educate librarians on how to do so. Their values from the start have been that those ages 12 to 18 deserve their own attention and services in the library, they have the right to intellectual freedom, and that they should be listened to in order to be served properly and to grow into well-functioning adults. This magazine is an important addition to the history of youth services because it made information on young adult librarianship much more accessible 6 times a year. Trends and ideas can evolve much quicker when more people have access to them. References: About. (2016). In VOYA. Retrieved from http://www.voyamagazine.com/about/ VOYA Volume 35(3). [Electronic Image]. (2012). Retrieved from http://www.kurdylapublishing.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/voya-aug-12-cover-231x300.png

1985-06-01 14:05:11

Teens Attend "BBYA" For the First Time

For almost 3 decades up to this point, YASD advocated for young adults in the library setting. However, most of this advocating involved professionals and not much actual input from teens. At this conference in 1985, teens had direct input for the first time during the "Best Books for Young Adults" discussion. They were able to talk about their favorite of the nominated books for the list and this input drastically helped the committee's creation. Within 3 years, this became an annual even that still occurs today. This event is refreshing to both the teens who get to participate and the committee members because the teens bring an energy to it that was missing before. The teens learn to be critical and analytical readers, taking style, plot, voice, and other aspects of stories into account. The professional committee members used to get worn down due to all of the work that goes into creating such lists, but with the teens in the room, they are rewarded by seeing how these books actually are received by their audience. The creation of this tradition has led young adult library services on a path that involves a lot of teen input and active listening from librarians, and that is a positive change. Reference: Benedetti, A., & Orsillo, R. (2006). Taking a STAB at Best Books: Teen Participation on the 2005 Best Books for Young Adults Committee. Young Adult Library Services, 4(2), 4-6.

1988-07-01 19:44:00

Author Achievement Award renamed the Margaret A. Edwards Award

Because of her long lasting impact on young adult library services, the YASD decided to rename this award to commemorate Edwards’s work. This award honors an author, and a piece of their work, that has been popular and impacted young adults over a period of time. It is awarded to authors who include issues in their writing that bring teens to self-awareness and to think about their roles in life, whether in society, with family, with friends, etc. It is an annual award that has been given to big names such as Walter Dean Myers, Robert Cormier, S.E. Hinton, Judy Blume, and Laurie Halse Anderson. This is an important award because it gives recognition to authors who deal with the tough subjects that are hard to write about and also hard to read about sometimes. These are the books that are most loved by teens because they recognize that these authors truly understand life and sometimes it feels like they are reading their thoughts. The award can serve, and probably has served, as encouragement to write real stories that are down to earth and deal with current issues. Reference: Margaret A. Edwards Award. (2013). Found in American Library Association. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/node/13

1991-07-01 01:41:12

YASD Changes Name to Young Adult Library Services (YALSA)

By the 90s, the YASD found that it needed to rename itself for many different reasons. Research began on the basis of concisely defining “young adults” because, depending on what library one worked at, that term could refer to anyone ages 10 through 21. This wide range of ages provided a problem because there are many different types of needs for different subgroupings of that 11 year age span. In order for librarians to receive funding for programs geared towards their young adults, they needed a more specific term or definition. A task force was also created in 1990 to consider changing YASD’s name because the use of the word “division” was confusing and outdated. However, many worried that the name would be changed with the word “association” at the beginning and then the organization would get lost amongst all the other associations in convention programs and elsewhere. Therefore, the acronym of “Young Adult Library Services Association” was born, and though at first many thought the pronunciation was too southern and goofy, it was voted on during the 1991 YASD members’ election. References: Tyson, C. (1990). What's in a name?. School Library Journal, 3647. YALSA. [Online Image]. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://sites.google.com/a/niskyschools.org/niskymedia/_/rsrc/1427212092996/home/YALSA.JPG

1994-07-01 01:41:12

Los Angeles Public Library establishes TeenS'cape

It’s ironic that in a city that generally ignores its teen population, their library creates virtually the first teen space. They named it TeenS’cape to reflect on the fact that it is both a means to escape the outside world but also a portion of the community that young adults themselves can take ownership of and know their voices were heard. This area, though, was created in a very small leftover area of the library that received no extra attention in the form of redesign, furniture, or promise of permanency. In fact, the library didn’t even hang a sign that advertised the TeenS’cape’s existence. Even through all of that, the facility was a hit with its young adults. It grew to the point that 3 years later there was a 26% increase of computer use and an even higher circulation jump. This space became a reminder to the library that their young adults were important, and by 2000 it was allowed to triple its original size and, better yet, utilize direct input from the teens about what they wanted their area to look like. The remodel included six zones such as the Cyber Zone, Living Room, Lounge Zone, Study Rooms, and more. They were provided with many computers, a plasma-screen TV, DVD and CD equipment, gaming equipment, self-checks, and areas to study. The creation of this area made huge waves in the history of young adult services that can be seen today by many more libraries adapting LAPL’s model to their own library spaces. When teens have an area that they can call their own and know that their voices are heard, they can learn to thrive, learn about their world, and read analytically. Reference: Bernier, A. (2000). Los Angeles Public Library's TeenS'cape takes on the “new callousness”. Voice Of Youth Advocates, 23(3), 180-181.

1997-07-01 01:41:12

YALSA-BK Online Discussion Group Launches

The creation of this discussion website was groundbreaking. Nowhere else had such a variety of teens, authors, librarians, and educators been able to "meet" each other before then. It created a space where passionate conversations could be held about young adult literature and everyone there was interested in going deeper. The discussions on this site let educators and librarians know that they need to advocate YA books more to other adults such as parents and colleagues as well. The site was important in making the books and their audience come to energetic life. This discussion group also introduced its participants to other sites such as book blogs, author blogs, websites that deal with books and interviews, and more. A wealth of information became instantly easily navigated through this website. This was an important addition to YALSA's products because it lead to a whole world of book blogging, fanfiction, author-reader relationships, and so much more that exists today. Those who read book blogs and follow authors on social media today don't know about the beginnings of this trend, but YALSA heavily lent a hand to this side of culture. Reference: Buehler, J.. (2009). Ways to Join the Living Conversation about Young Adult Literature. The English Journal, 98(3), 26–32. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/40503503

1998-07-01 05:27:18

Alex Awards Established

The Alex Awards are another award that YALSA named after Margaret Alexander Edwards, whose friends called her Alex, in order to honor her dedication to expanding the reading lives of young adult readers. The titles that achieve this award are those that are written for adults but also can be loved for readers ages 12 to 18. The first awards were given by the YALSA Adult Books for Young Adults Task Force that was funded by the MAE Trust. They decided to award 10 books annually instead of a single title or pages worth of titles to make the list mirror other lists like “Best Books for Young Adults” and “Quick Picks.” Also, by choosing 10 titles they could include many genres instead of just focusing on one area of publication a year. In 2002 these were approved as an official ALA award and the Alex Awards Committee took over. These awards are important because they bridge the gap between reading material specifically written for a teen audience and reading material for adults that they might not come across otherwise and miss out on enjoying. They carry out work done by Margaret Edwards, proving that her impact on youth services was not over when she stopped working personally. The Alex Award has been given to many books that teens love over the years and is a useful tool for librarians to help their young adults step out of the YA genre to see if there are other books that they could love. References: Alex Awards. (2016). In American Library Association. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/awardsgrants/node/231 Alex Awards. [Electronic Image]. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/sites/ala.org.yalsa/files/content/booklistsawards/bookawards/alexawards/Alex-AWARDSWinner_lowres.png

1998-10-12 05:27:18

Teen Read Week Launch

YALSA created Teen Read Week, a week that supports reading for the fun of it for young adults. It is a national literacy initiative that gets young adult librarians active in advocating for leisure reading. YALSA provides many materials to help librarians promote the week as well as help to promote books their patrons would love and ideas for programs within the theme of the year. This is an important week every year because it allows young adults to be active in their reading and promotion of books they love as well as allowing librarians an opportunity to snag some reluctant readers with the facts of how reading will improve their lives and that not all books are like their required reading. References: Teen Read Week. (2016). In Ning. Retrieved from http://teenreadweek.ning.com/ Teen Read Week. [Electronic Image]. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.ainsworthschools.org/vimages/shared/vnews/stories/5252c83889868/1_1381156961968.jpg

2002-06-14 05:27:18

Preconference on Graphic Novels

This was a record-breaking preconference that packed over 170 librarians into a discussion of growing interest. Involved in the discussion were top graphic novel artists and authors as well as librarians who did an outstanding job of using the graphic novels in the young adult library services setting. Graphic novel publication and teen audiences were on the rise, and so many librarians were eager to discuss the reason behind the trend and how they could best support their teens who read graphic novels or who maybe could use graphic novels as a bridge into learning to read for the fun of it. Like with social media, it is always good when librarians choose to meet teens where they're at, listen to what they want, and become interested in what interests them. Graphic novels are a book format that is here to stay and so it is good for YALSA to keep providing librarians with how best to promote the use and importance of them. Reference: Graphic Moments from the Getting Graphic @ Your Library Preconference. (2002). Voice of Youth Advocates, 25(4), 252-255.

2002-07-01 05:27:18

Young Adult Library Services (YALS) First Published

YALS is YALSA’s print and e- journal that focuses on publishing articles that deal with current trends or issues in the young adult librarian profession. There is news from related fields, examples of good programs or library promotion, reviews of professional literature, and information about special events in young adult library services. It is available to members of YALSA. Because YALSA has other research articles, this journal is free to pick up all the other information that librarians might be wanting. A journal like this builds upon previous generations of handbooks and conferences, giving librarians the chance to have easy access to what other librarians are doing, what trends they should be looking for, what events they should be participating in, etc. This journal helps connect professionals with education that can further their careers and effect on the young adults they are reaching. Cropped Masthead. [Electronic Image]. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.yalsa.ala.org/yals/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/cropped-masthead.jpg Young Adult Library Services (YALS). (2016). In American Library Association. Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/young-adult-library-services

2003-10-19 05:27:18

First Annual "Teens' Top Ten Books" Selected by Students During Teen Read Week

This is a “teen choice” list and utilizes direct involvement of young adults. There are 15 schools and public libraries throughout the United States that nominate books that they loved that were published the previous year and post the list during National Library Week. Then, readers ages 12-18 have the opportunity between August 15 and Teen Read Week to vote for their favorite books on the list. The Winners are announced the week after Teen Read Week. This is an amazing practice by YALSA because it is solely participated in by young adults who see that their opinions and voices are heard. It also rewards authors who write a truly teen-oriented YA book and helps librarians see from year to year what the nation’s teens are interested in reading. References: Monnier, D., & Goldsmith, F. (2004). YA Galley Project Gives Teens a New Voice. Young Adult Library Services, 3(1), 37-38. Teens’ Top Ten Logo. [Electronic Image]. (2016). Retrieved from http://www.ala.org/yalsa/sites/ala.org.yalsa/files/content/teenreading/teenstopten/TeensTopTen_logo_web.gif

2006-06-01 06:47:11

"Great Graphic Novel" Selection Committee Formed

In 2000, the Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults Committee thought that they should create another list of graphic novels, but when they began researching for one, they realized that the field had grown so vast that maybe an annual list should be implemented. This led to the 2002 preconference on graphic novels that drew in nearly 200 librarians from all over the nation. These librarians desperately wanted more recommendations, and so YALSA created a new annual booklist in 2006 to keep up with this demand. This booklist is still very useful a decade later, and it opens up the world of reading and of library inclusion to teens who might otherwise not be interested. Reference: Rutherford, D. M. (2006). Introducing a Brand-new List: Great Graphic Novels for Teens. Young Adult Library Services, 4(3), 32.

2006-07-01 06:47:11

YALSA MySpace Profile and Blog Formed

When YALSA noticed that teens were active in the rise of social media, they created a MySpace page. Instead of only being available to members, like most of their products and sites before, this was accessible to anyone who used the internet. This change helped YALSA reach parents, educators, librarians, library advocates, and importantly, teens themselves. At the time, YALSA saw the studies on how much time 12 to 18 year olds spent on media, and they knew they needed to create a MySpace page to become accessible in a way that teens liked, understood, and would be likely to use. This platform opened up new opportunities to YALSA, including learning that teens wanted to read more, they just didn’t know what to read. Therefore, they began to create easy access to booklists, award winners, audio and visual media, and other materials that teens were interested in. This blog was another step in the direction toward better serving teens of the technologically savvy generation. If YALSA continued to only provide services for physical libraries, they would have quickly learned that teens like easy access to information and that they are already using the internet, so it is an important place to meet them and allow their voices to be heard as well. Reference: YALSA Myspace. (2006). In YALSA Blog. Retrieved from http://yalsa.ala.org/blog/2006/12/20/yalsa-myspace/

2007-03-04 06:47:11

First Teen Tech Week

As YALSA learned with its creation of YALSA-bk and their MySpace blog, it is important to meet teens where they are at and in the early 2000s that was with technology. Therefore, YALSA urged librarians to focus on more than books and the physical library. Technology had become an important part of the lives of teens and librarians needed to recognize and place some attention on that fact. The first Teen Tech Week focused on using new technologies that supported the needs of these 21st century teens. YALSA provides a website for general information, links to resources, and program ideas. They also created a wiki that could be added to by any librarian with good ideas and offers activity ideas, technology tool information, booklists, how libraries can integrate technology into their programs, etc. This week was an important creation because it helped library services for youth evolve with the time. YALSA has equipped librarians on book recommendations, program ideas, advocacy information, and other trends in the library world, but it needed to keep pace with the world around it in order to help young adult services survive, and Teen Tech Week is a great way to do that. Many teens have found access to education about technology, programs on robotics and programming, and so on that they wouldn’t have found elsewhere, and they love it. References: Braun, L. W. (2007). Announcing Teen Tech Week: Don't Miss It!. Young Adult Library Services, 5(2), 7-8. Teen Tech Week. [Electronic Image]. (2013). Retrieved from https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sXlhFVKEBoQ/hqdefault.jpg

2007-06-24 15:45:41

Conclusion

Young adult library services have greatly benefited from the creation of YALSA. YALSA has taught librarians to advocate for young adults, educated them on how to promote their services, given them ideas on what programs to provide, and led by example in the realm of meeting teens where their interest lie. Without all of the booklists, conferences, magazines, websites, and teen events that have been created by YALSA, young adult services would not be as successful or as broad as they are today.

50 Years of YALSA: An Incomplete History of Events and Their Effect on Teen Library Services

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