About ALSC

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The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is the world's largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to children. From creative programming and best practices to continuing education and professional connections—ALSC members are innovators in the field of children's library service.

ALSC's network includes more than 4,000 children's and youth librarians, children's literature experts, publishers, education and library school faculty members, and other adults dedicated to engaging communities to build healthy, successful futures for all children.

Benefits of ALSC membership include: connecting professionally and socially about children's librarianship; sharing knowledge and expertise by becoming involved in one of , including the and book award committees; encompassing ALSC's exciting initiatives, such as , , and , into your programming; growing your career by attending one of ALSC's many continuing education programs; and playing a part in advocating for better library services and the materials for ALL children.

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