Parents and the school library: a longitudinal studywith elementary schools in Portugal

Bastos, Glória; Novo, Ana

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Bastos, Glória

Novo, Ana

Abstract(s)

This longitudinal study investigates parental involvement in school libraries (SL) across four regions in Portugal, examining data from 2015, 2017, and 2019. It explores how parents engage with SL initiatives, particularly in reading promotion, and evaluates their perceptions of the SL’s role in academic success. The study highlights disparities in parental engagement across different regions and underscores the importance of effective communication and collaboration between parents and SLs. The findings reveal that enhanced parental involvement positively impacts students' learning outcomes, emphasizing the need for inclusive practices to foster stronger school-community ties.