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The Library

Curated book reviews, reading list recommendations, and ideas for creating the perfect reading nook.

Diverse group of fourth graders enthusiastically reading books in a sunlit, modern classroom, representing a hopeful future for literacy.

New Literacy Initiatives Combat Declining Reading Rates

In 2024, a staggering 69% of U.S. fourth graders couldn't read proficiently, highlighting an urgent national educational crisis.

Liam O'Connell· Sep 13· 5 min read

Libraries Launch Innovative Programs, Boosting Community Engagement

Liam O'Connell · Sep 11

When Your Life Is Already Built, the Refrigerator Test Asks a Harder Compatibility Question

Sponsored by The Refrigerator Test · Sep 11

AASL Publishes Guide on Youth Climate Action Library Programs

Liam O'Connell · Sep 6

Livingston Parish Library summer reading program logs over 81,000 books

Liam O'Connell · Aug 12

Diverse community members of all ages participating in outdoor summer reading programs and activities, fostering engagement and learning.

2026 Summer Reading Programs See High Community Engagement

Hold onto your bookmarks, folks!

Liam O'Connell· Aug 8· 4 min

Diverse children captivated by an open book, bathed in sunlight, symbolizing the magic of reading new releases.

August 2026 Brings Anticipated Children's Books

In August 2026, a new young adult novel, "Seoul Searching," will transport readers into a poignant Korean coming-of-age story, according to august’s books include an epic journey for a dog, a friendsh

Liam O'Connell· Aug 3· 3 min

Opinion & Editorial

America's literacy crisis: Most 4th graders can't read proficiently.

Kenji Tanaka · Jun 29

Libraries Now Offer More Than Books, But Face a Digital Engagement Crisis.

Liam O'Connell · Jun 16