This month, PEW Research Center released a report on the importance of libraries.  This report explores the relationship that parents of minor children have with public libraries. More than 2,000 people completed a phone survey in October-November 2012.  The research found adults with children valued  libraries; directly linking library experiences with the increased love of books and enhanced reading skills in their children. Other findings include;

• Parents themselves are considerably more likely than other adults to use library services.
• Parents are more likely to be interested in expanding library services and adding future tech-related services.
• Mothers stand out when it comes to reading and libraries.
• Lower income parents are more likely to view library services as very important.
• Parents are more likely to be interested in expanding library services and adding future tech-related services.

Click here to link to the full report.