Listen to your young readers. Make certain that you have a range of popular materials on varying reading levels. Select materials you judge children need as well as materials they desire. Monitor your Collection Development Policy to make certain that it is up to date and addresses the needs and interests of your library community. House all children's library materials in the children's department.
Parents appreciate the one-stop shopping approach.
Stress the importance of the American Library Association's National Library Card Campaign. School Library Media Specialists and teachers will assist you in promoting the library to the community. Be sure that your signs are positively worded. A very simple way to market your collection is to shelve one or two titles face out on each bookshelf. Visit bookstores for ideas in effective marketing and display of children materials.