Ralph C. Staiger Library

To advance the research mission of the International Reading Association, the staff of the Ralph C. Staiger Library provides access to reading research and information in related fields of education. The library serves the Association staff, worldwide members, and the public. Visitors are welcome to conduct on-site research. Materials in the library do not circulate, but can be used on the premises. Please call in advance to schedule an appointment. Photocopying is also available.

Background

The library was established in April 1969, and was formally named “The Ralph C. Staiger Library” at a dedication ceremony on December 27, 1984. Dr. Staiger was one of the founding members of the International Reading Association, and served as the organization’s executive director from 1962 to 1984. Dr. Staiger was deeply interested in global education issues and the improvement of reading instruction worldwide.

Using the library

Search our collections via the online catalog

To schedule a visit to the library or to ask a question about our collections, please call 302-731-1600, ext. 217, or send an e-mail to library@reading.org.

Many articles from IRA journals and chapters from IRA books can be accessed at the IRA website. Some of these are free; others are available by subscription or individual purchase. Before ordering photocopies by phone or e-mail, use the “advanced search” function (upper left corner of this page) to see if the item you need is available online.

Photocopies of articles can be purchased from our Customer Service Department. Call 1-800-336-7323 (outside U.S. and Canada, call 302-731-1600), or send an e-mail to customerservice@reading.org.