The author gives overview on different forms of the library services of the Duisburg City Library and highlights the importance of promotion reader and media competence during the work with children and teenagers. The paper is based on the lecture Cultural Education given by Dr. Jan-Pieter Barbian, Director of the Duisburg City Library, on 20th June, 2011, in the Russian State Library for Youth.
The authors declare that there are no conflicts of interest present.