Youth in Museums and Libraries: A Practitioner’s Guide

Created for museum and library practitioners who are building, or wish to build, strong programs to reach and engage youth, this guide contains a variety of resources and references to critical works that have been gathered from the fields of youth and community development, education, and informal learning.

The guide is presented in two sections: (1) What Works for Youth in Museums and Libraries; and (2) Resources for Practitioners. The guide is particularly targeted to museum and library practitioners who are building, or wish to build, strong programs to reach and engage youth. It is also intended for community planners, youth development leaders, and educators who want to build bridges across the many types of organizations and institutions that serve youth in American communities.