Resumen de Promoting a culture for reading in a diverse world

Ray Doiron, Marlene Asselin

• Drawing on the research linking literacy and libraries, this paper provides a conceptual framework for promoting and encouraging children�s reading for librarians working in diverse library settings around the world. Current successful examples of reading promotion programs from around the world are shared to demonstrate how different libraries take the lead in promoting literacy and building a culture for reading in their communities.