Finding What’s Right: Readers’ Advisory for Middle Grades

As children’s librarians continue to support the development of literacy skills children before and after they begin reading, there is also an ongoing need for staff be properly trained in providing readers’ advisory (RA) service. While storytime other programs may take priority within most departments, RA continues integral part library Unfortunately, many tools associated research are focused on adult readers, creating a distinct scarcity material children. This article will discuss developmental considerations interests school-aged readers (aged 8–12) give recommendations services.