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Promotional Materials for Teen Read Week 2008

"Books With Bite @ your library"

You know the excitement of reading with young children, and the value they take from the programs you offer. But what about the older children and teens in your community? Do you focus as much continued encouragement on this group of library users? In an effort to encourage reading among teens, the American Library Association each year sponsors Teen Read Week (Oct. 12-18, 2008). This year’s theme is “Books With Bite @ your library,” and it provides an opportunity to draw teens into your library and provide programming that addresses their specific needs and interests.

Below are links to a sample press release that you can transfer to your library’s letterhead, letters to the editor from teens or parents, professional resource materials, a book list, PSA scripts, and programming ideas. We've also included links to an 8.5x11 observance poster, a blank 8.5x11 poster that you can run through your library’s printer to create your own messages, and bookmarks with your library's information on the back. These items are available free of charge, and you may order them by contacting Mark Ibach.

ALA also has produced three 30-second PSAs (mp3) that feature Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson (see links below).

For more information about marketing and public relations, contact Mark Ibach.

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