Abstract: National Reading is China's national strategy, and children's reading is an important part of it. Public library is an important media to promote children's reading, and the supply structure of children's publications in public libraries is closely related to the reading of local children. We carried on a field investigation into the supply structure of children's publications in Chongqing Library and Sichuan Library. The analysis of children's publications reveals that a diversified and multi-language children's publications system is yet to be built, and publications about local culture are not adequate; more types of children's publications about various subjects and of various styles are needed;and children's publications don't have a clear classification system. Supply-side reforms are necessary in public libraries. Based on the analysis, we suggest that children's publications should focus on both international vision and local concern so as to cultivate our children into modern citizens, that publication classification system with clearly defined mark system be established and digital technology be employed to improve interaction in reading, and that better reading environment be built to enhancing readers' interest.

Key words: children reading, children's publications, supply-side, public libraries, national reading