View and Reflect

Discussion Questions

1. How can libraries better communicate their impact on literacy to local government officials and community leaders?

• What strategies have worked in your community?

2. In what ways can libraries support intergenerational literacy, especially in families where parents may have limited reading skills?

• What programs or partnerships could help bridge that gap?

3. Crosby Kemper described libraries as “navigators” for their communities. What does that role look like in your library or region?

• How do you help patrons “navigate their world”?

4. How can libraries balance the need for long-term literacy investments with the pressure to address immediate community challenges like homelessness or crime?

• What messaging or data might help make the case?

5. What are some creative or aspirational literacy programs you’ve seen (or would like to try) that engage children and families?

• How do these programs build joy and motivation around reading?

6. How can libraries ensure their summer reading programs are high-quality and impactful, especially for underserved populations?

• What metrics or partnerships could help demonstrate success?

Discussion questions generated by Microsoft Copilot from the webinar transcript.