The current study found evidence that student achievement tended to increase as the amount of money spent on books and other print materials from the school budget increased.Reference: An essential connection : how quality school library media programs improve student achievement in North CarolinaGeographic Region: United StatesSoutheastern RegionMississippiAge Group: 13-18 (high school)6-12 (elementary/middle school)Talking Point: High School (Teen) Talking Point #13Kindergarten-Middle School Talking Point #15Type of Library: School libraryElementary School libraryHigh School libraryMiddle School libraryCategory: Educational/Literacy Impact