Serving Teen Parents

Often ostracized or forgotten, teen parents need their library and librarian more than ever. This book gives excellent suggestions for serving this very important library demographic, including the "whys" as well as the "hows." Libraries can offer programs for teens and for babies-and often a combination of the two. Other programs relate to literacy and life skills. From chapters on understanding teen parents in general to offering information on how to communicate as well as great program plans and real-life examples from libraries from across the country, this volume is an all-around awesome addition to any teen librarian's professional bookshelf. Even those who have already established support programs or groups for these patrons could learn a thing or two. Program templates, song sheets, and other resources are included, and lists of websites and other references appear throughout. This book will definitely get librarians excited about working with teen parents and their babies.—Traci Glass, Eugene Public Library, OR