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CHICAGO — Though librarians, educators, and other professionals who serve children and teens continuously strive towards equitable outcomes that help kids heal, grow, and flourish, it can be a challenge to settle upon small, actionable steps for moving forward. “,” published by 91´«Ã½ Editions, shares a rainbow of ideas, initiatives, and activities for promoting joyful, supportive learning for every child. Editor Elizabeth M. McChesney gathers contributions from thought-leaders and advocates working with youth outside the realm of the public library, collecting their expertise, best practices, and recent research. With examples applicable in a variety of settings, from this book readers will:

• find concrete ways to spark happiness, kindle curiosity, and deepen learning in kids;
• receive guidance on building authentic relationships and humble partnerships with children and communities;
• learn about real-world examples that explore becoming a "trusted messenger" to new parents, Reach Out and Read at Lurie Children’s Hospital, food literacy, trauma-responsive library services, nature and Indigenous wisdom, using gaming to foster literacy, countering misinformation in Black communities, technology-based play, STEM learning, summer programs, and many others; and
• discover five action items at the conclusion of each essay that will enrich their work and their organizations.

McChesney has three decades of experience in children’s librarianship and library administration. She has earned Library Journal’s Movers & Shakers Award, the National Summer Learning Association’s Founder’s Award for Excellence, and the Association for Library Service to Children’s Distinguished Service Award, and she is a recipient of the John Cotton Dana Award. Director of community engagement and early childhood for the , McChesney is also a senior advisor in educational equity for the Urban Libraries Council and the field consultant in libraries and literacy for the National Summer Learning Association. Her previous books include ” (coauthored with Brett Nicholas) and “” (co-authored with Bryan W. Wunar).

purchases fund advocacy, awareness and accreditation programs for library and information professionals worldwide. publishes resources used by library and information professionals, scholars, students, and educators to improve programs and services, build on best practices, enhance pedagogy, share research, develop leadership, and promote advocacy. 91´«Ã½ authors and developers are leaders in their fields, and their content is published in a variety of print and electronic formats. Contact 91´«Ã½ Editions | Neal-Schuman at editionsmarketing@ala.org.