Toolkits & Guides
The State Library offers a variety of toolkits and guides to assist library staff and trustees with the work they do.
Toolkits & Guides Link Collection
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Accessibility Best Practices for Library Websites
Guide for Iowa library staff to help understand website accessibility best practices to ensure compliance.
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Library Boards
Guidance and resources, including the Trustee's Handbook, for Iowa public library board members.
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STEM To Go & Storytime Kits
Available for checkout to Iowa libraries, these kits are designed to enhance library STEM programming and storytimes.
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Public Library Compensation Toolkit
Toolkit for library boards, directors and staff to address inequities and request fair and competitive compensation.
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Disaster Preparedness
Resources for libraries to prepare for and respond to natural disasters and beyond.
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New Directors
Access resources and support for new Iowa public library directors.