Association For Library Service To Children
The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) is a division of the American Library Association. Its members are concerned with the profession of children's librarianship. ALSC's network includes children's and youth librarians, children's literature experts, publishers, education and library school faculty members, and other adults dedicated to creating a better future for children through libraries. ALSC has over 60 active committees including which carry out the work of the Association, developing valuable programs, publications, and resources for youth librarians. ALSC also adminsters El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) and Every Child Ready to Read, their joint effort with the Public Library Association. ALSC chooses the recipients of some of the world's most prestigious annual children's literature awards.
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