Day, known as DiÂa, emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural
backgrounds. In anticipation of DiÂa s fifteenth anniversary, the Association for Library Service to
Children (ALSC) presents a collection of the best of its DiÂa programming ideas, offering
- A wealth of ready-to-use programs, easily adaptable for a variety of cultures
- Cultural competency training tips to encourage outreach to minority populations
- Interviews with library directors about the best ways to heighten awareness of cultural and
literacy issues
development, early literacy storytimes, and year-round program planning.