The summer reading program is the focal point of a children's librarian's year, requiring countless hours of preparation and promotion nearly year-round. Summer reading programs for teens and adults are also offered in many communities, adding to that workload and bringing together librarians from different departments to accomplish the required tasks. In a single volume, Successful Summer Reading Programs for All Ages: A Practical Guide for Librarians provides the tools necessary to put together successful summer reading programs for each of these different age groups. Key elements include: -Sample customizable program templates for early childhood, school-age, teen, and adult readers. -Best practices for promoting summer reading to the community. -Troubleshooting for common difficulties associated with summer reading programs. -Tips and tricks for using software programs to manage registration and track readers' progress. Public librarians serving children, teens, and/or adults will find everything they need to put together a successful summer reading program in this comprehensive handbook.