After the Autism Society Conference, the other attendees and I decided that a web resource would be helpful. We created a list of resources that will be useful to librarians trying to learn more–including some library-specific sites, that will also help librarians provide assistance to families who are trying to find information and support.
Take a peek. There are lots of great resources out there, and it might come in handy for reference questions, outreach, and just plain getting informed.
Why a teen space? All people, including teens, benefit from informal public gathering places where they can interact or just share space with others. This is sometimes called a “third space”. Spending time with friends in an environment that is less structured than...
Last week, someone on the IFLS Youth Services email list asked for suggestions for a 3rd grade student who has dyslexia. IFLS library folks pitched in to share some great ideas, and IFLS staff supplemented. If you are looking for collection development or readers...
We got a question on the youth services list this week about resources to help kids learn more about and process the current events around ICE and to learn more about immigration and immigration. Thanks to those who responded, and to the Northern Waters Library...