Libraries, Children and Families: new research and policy recommendations on role of libraries in early reading

 Rainie, L. (2013, July 8). Libraries, Children and Families: New research and policy recommendations on role of libraries in early reading. Retrieved June 29, 2015.

Despite the growing use of the internet or technology, libraries are still considered a vital part of the community.  Parents consider libraries a vital part of instilling early love of reading in children. Libraries also provide resources to families that may not be available at home.  Enjoying time with children or grandchildren is the main reason adults visit the library.  Parents and grandparents also appreciate librarians. Surveys show these adult users have positive interaction with librarians and find librarians useful.
Parents participate in library activities more than adults without children.  Parents are more likely to borrow books or ebooks, use the internet, or attend library activities.
Half of all parents read to their children aged 12 and under.  Many of them read to their children several times a week.  Although the use of ereaders is increasing in parents, reading print books to their children remains the most popular.
The study also shows that libraries need to increase their PR.  Only 22% of those surveyed know all of the services that libraries offer.  Perhaps, libraries need to use social media to promote the libraries.  I have received good feedback on my library's facebook page.  Parents are able to keep informed of goings on in the library.

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