Project ENABLE- professional online development for teachers, librarians

An 8-year-old child who has autism wants to participate in your story and craft activity. You do not know the child well, and the activity begins soon. Which supports could be beneficial, considering that you do not have time to learn more about

Visual cues (such as posters or signs) about expected behavior. A visual schedule of the order of events projected or posted--use an indicator to visually show what part of the schedule you are on at all times. Making sure the child knows where he or she can go if at any time he or she feels overwhelmed (a calming place). All of the above.

Social stories can be used to

Provide children with autism with reading material Teach new skills or routines to children with autism Show library staff how to interact with people with autism Teach children about autism

What are some ways your library can use a social story?

Show children with autism what to expect in a general library visit Show children with autism what to expect in a library program Both a and b None of the above

Which of the following is NOT a way to make print materials more autism-friendly?

Requiring parental permission and/or supervision while the user enjoys the book. Including a variety of textures in the book or selecting books that have textures. Adding clips to the pages and/or laminating pages. Selecting books that have photographs rather than illustrations.

Which of the following items would NOT be an appropriate space or item to provide library users with autism so that they may regulate sensory input?

Sound diffusing headphones A room that allows the user to blast loud music Toys and objects with various textures A reading cave, pop-up tent, or quiet area.

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