{"product_id":"library-programming-for-autistic-children-and-teens-paperback","title":"Library Programming for Autistic Children and Teens - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAmelia Anderson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eBarbara Klipper\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eForeword by Barbara Klipper\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince the first edition of this landmark guide was published, there has been increased interest in services for library patrons on the autism spectrum; indeed, more people of all ages now self-identify as autistic. Those who understand the unique characteristics of autistic young people know that ordinary library programming guides are not up to the task of effectively serving these library users. Well qualified to speak to this need, Anderson is an educator, library researcher, and former public librarian who has helped to develop two IMLS funded initiatives that train library workers to better understand and serve autistic patrons. Here, she offers librarians who work with children and teens in both public library and K-12 educational settings an updated, comprehensive resource that includes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean updated introduction to the basics of autism, including language, symbolism, and best practices in the library rooted in the principles of Universal Design;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estep-by-step programs from librarians across the country, adaptable for both public and school library settings, that are cost-effective and easy to replicate;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtributions from autistic self-advocates throughout the text, demonstrating that the program ideas included are truly designed with their preferences in mind;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esuggestions for securing funding and establishing partnerships with community organizations; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emany helpful appendices, with handy resources for training and education, building a collection, storytimes, sensory integration activities, and a \"Tips for a Successful Library Visit\" template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmelia Anderson\u003c\/b\u003e, PhD, is an assistant professor of library science at Old Dominion University who has extensive experience on the topic of autism and libraries through her work as a public librarian, library researcher, and educator. Amelia has worked to develop training for librarians to better understand and serve their users on the autism spectrum through two IMLS funded initiatives, Project PALS and Project A+. Through original research and partnerships with autism self-advocates, she studies and shares best practices and trends at the intersection of autism and libraries and has presented her work at conferences from local to international audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.44 x 11 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 12, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47327205359865,"sku":"9780838994856","price":98.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/UzBKSUlLZ2wrUk5uMGlVTUdIemNHUT09.webp?v=1769577788","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/library-programming-for-autistic-children-and-teens-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}