Special Needs and Inclusive Library Services (SNAILS)

Is one of your new year resolutions is to learn something new? Then here are some opportunities for you! Basic American Sign Language for Library Staff In this asynchronous, 6-week eCourse offered by the American Library Association beginning January 23, 2017 , librarian and ASL interpreter Kathy MacMillan will use readings, multimedia resources, and online discussion boards to introduce basic ASL vocabulary and grammar appropriate for use in a library setting. Ideal for those without previous experience. Visit the ALA Store to learn more about cost, content, and how to register. Creating Inclusive Storytimes for All Children ALA is also offering a 90-minute inclusive storytime workshop Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 1:30 pm CST. Child development expert Carol Morrone will tie child development into storytelling, offering insight on working with children with special needs, including children affected by Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Dis...

Come to the joint NWYS/CLASS meeting on Monday, November 9 and learn from librarian and certified ASL interpreter Kathy MacMillan as she provides tips on serving hearing impaired patrons in our libraries and basic conversational signs for a library setting. Kathy MacMillan is co-author of Little Hands & Big Hands: Children and Adults Signing Together , a professional resource for librarians, teachers, and educators that provides strategies for serving deaf and hard of hearing children combining American Sign Language and early literacy activities. 9:30 am—10:15 am NWYS & CLASS Business Meeting (NWYS and CLASS members) 10:15 am—10:30 am Break 10:45 am—11:45 am Serving Hearing Impaired Patrons 12:00 pm—1:00 pm Lunch* 1:00 pm—1:30 pm Tour of LaGrange Public Library Program Cost: Free for NWYS/CLASS Members and $10 for non-members *Lunch: $10; box lunch choices are: (specify selection in RSVP): Chicken Pesto, Tomato Mozzarella (vegetarian), Turkey swiss, Ham ...