Literacy : a way out for at-risk youth / Jennifer Sweeney.

Contents "A perpetual tug of war": conflicting paradims in juvenile detention -- The juvenile justice process today -- Information needs of youth in detention -- Information services for youth in detention -- Detention library service models -- Model programs and services -- Strange but true: inside the world of detention library collection development -- From conflict to cooperation: making it work in detention -- Conclusion: the future role of librarians serving teens in detention.
Abstract "This exploration of juvenile corrections librarianship provides a complete description of these specialized services, addresses unique challenges in this library environment, and promotes intellectual and social growth for at-risk youth"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages [123]- 128) and index.
LCCN 2011042804
ISBN9781598846744 (pbk. : acid-free paper)
ISBN1598846744 (pbk. : acid-free paper)

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Joyner General Stacks Z711.92.J88 S94 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold