Individual public library employees from member states are encouraged to register for the website. Only registered members have access to the "extras" that will enhance your summer reading program including the online catalog, graphics, signing videos, PSAs and so much more. Register today, and find out what you've been missing!

Other Resources

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Able Play
Rates and reviews play products for children with special needs.

Braille Bug Site for Kids
The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) created this site to teach sighted children about Braille and to encourage literacy among all children.  For kids in grades three through six.

Council For Exceptional Children
Information center on disabilities and gifted education.

Disability World
Articles about building or adapting toys, information about public or charitable resources, and information about commercial sites.

Lekotek
Central Source for toys and play for children with special needs.

Librarian's Internet Index – Disabilites
Compendium of links related to a variety of physical disabilities.

New York State Library Diversity Resources
For 2009, the New York State Library has created fact sheets whichwill assist librarians, parents, and educators in the promotion of reading throughout the summer. These fact sheets are available in a number of languages. Thanks to Karen Balsen, New York State Library, for these resources.

Reading Rockets: Activities For Struggling Readers
Article by Doris Johnson on Service to handicapped children.

 

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