Mapping Trends and Gaps in Early Childhood Library Research: A Bibliometric Analysis of Web of Science Publications
Public Library Quarterly, 2026 (ESCI, Scopus)
- Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1080/01616846.2026.2709979
- Dergi Adı: Public Library Quarterly
- Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus, IBZ Online, Library Literature and Information Science, Library, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (LISTA), MLA - Modern Language Association Database, Information Science & Technology Abstracts (LISTA), MLA International Bibliography, Academic Search Ultimate (EBSCO)
- Anahtar Kelimeler: Bibliometric analysis, early childhood, early literacy, library services, public libraries, VOSviewer
- Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
This study examines early childhood library research through a bibliometric analysis of 84 English- and Turkish-language articles published between 2016 and 2026 and indexed in the Web of Science Core Collection. Using a title-based search strategy and VOSviewer, publication trends, collaboration patterns, and thematic structures were analyzed. The findings indicate an emerging but unevenly developed field with geographical concentration. Core themes include early literacy, library programs, and caregiver participation, while thematic diversity and international collaboration remain limited. The findings highlight opportunities to broaden geographical representation, strengthen international collaboration, and expand research on digital literacy and inclusive library services.