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Foreword by Barbara Klipper
Since 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
an updated introduction to the basics of autism, including language, symbolism, and best practices in the library rooted in the principles of Universal Design; step-by-step programs from librarians across the country, adaptable for both public and school library settings, that are cost-effective and easy to replicate; contributions from autistic self-advocates throughout the text, demonstrating that the program ideas included are truly designed with their preferences in mind; suggestions for securing funding and establishing partnerships with community organizations; and many 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.Author Notes
Amelia Anderson , 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.
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This update to the 2016 edition offers expanded virtual offerings and additional access to current research on individuals living with autism. Author Anderson has considerable experience working with this population, and encourages readers to integrate activities for the autistic community into regularly scheduled programming. There are updated and expanded resource lists supporting a variety of step-by-step, field-tested programs, with increased emphasis on cultural intersectionality. Anderson offers plenty of reassurance along with helpful background information, hoping to make librarians feel more secure when working with young people with autism, whether toddlers or high school students (no two individuals present the same; girls are often misdiagnosed). Anderson's guidance is helpful and practical. Libraries that own the first edition and have already commenced programming will welcome this enhanced version. Librarians considering their first steps will find ample professional and personal support.
