Toronto Reference Library
I will be visiting the following libraries in Toronto:
- Toronto Public Library
- Brentwood Public Library
- North York Central Library
Some of the wonderful researchers, authors and librarians I will be meeting include:
Trina Preece
Trina Preece
I have visited the Toronto Reference Library and found out about some of the services that are provided for people with special needs. I am keen to find out more from the Accessible Services Librarian and also from branches where children's services are provided.
Toronto Public Libraries
Toronto Public Libraries run many fantastic services and programs for children. Some of these, although, not designed specfically for a child with special needs in mind - are accessible.
Kids Stop Spaces
Kids Stop spaces for children in Toronto Public Libraries are interactive installations which create a literacy rich environment. Although not designed specifically for a child with special needs, many of the pieces of equipment are open ended and tactile – thus appealing to some children with special needs.
Dial a story
Children can phone and listen to a pre-recorded story over the phone, including using a dedicated phone in the children’s section of the library. Although not created specifically for the child with disabilities in mind – it does increase literacy access for children with special needs , as they can listen at home, hospital or in the library. It gives children who are not comfortable in traditional storytime sessions the opportunity to hear a story read by a librarian.
The IBBY Books for Children with Disabilities Collection – International Board of Books for Young People
Toronto Public Libraries receive books related to this topic from publishers throughout the world. Every two years Toronto Public Libraries select the best of these.
Kids Stop spaces for children in Toronto Public Libraries are interactive installations which create a literacy rich environment. Although not designed specifically for a child with special needs, many of the pieces of equipment are open ended and tactile – thus appealing to some children with special needs.
Dial a story
Children can phone and listen to a pre-recorded story over the phone, including using a dedicated phone in the children’s section of the library. Although not created specifically for the child with disabilities in mind – it does increase literacy access for children with special needs , as they can listen at home, hospital or in the library. It gives children who are not comfortable in traditional storytime sessions the opportunity to hear a story read by a librarian.
The IBBY Books for Children with Disabilities Collection – International Board of Books for Young People
Toronto Public Libraries receive books related to this topic from publishers throughout the world. Every two years Toronto Public Libraries select the best of these.