Virtual Sensory Story Class with Miss Maria at the Pawtucket Public Library (RI)

Join Miss Maria for a Sensory Story Class. While Sensory story classes are developed for children on the Autistic spectrum, children of all abilities are welcome!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6zZ-GKQJDQ&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR3Gry13bZDjjz9NY_Q-9pSUWiz2OqPJtf-ZvgdKcAqoLCeeVaTZWeZgQ0k

STEAM-y Summer - Bubble Art with Miss Anne from the Providence Public Library (RI)

Miss Anne is back with another STEAM-y Summer Wednesday activity with her daughter and helper Megan.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3gpM6tkfd8&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2tzOUrynNkoj0b4BAu1VzfF0JBEbxwinaa_Fiuse5aoP1KFeIRKXpQqhg

Thank you Autism Little Learners!

FREE BACK TO SCHOOL COVID-19 RELATED STORIES:

More and more states and cities have put together plans for going back to school for the 2020-2021 school year. Each area in the country has somewhat different plans. Some are starting out with 100% distance learning, some are implementing a hybrid model and others are going back to in person learning with modifications. As we start to go back, using any of those approaches, children are going to need INFORMATION. What will they see that is different? What are the new norms? Are masks required? What about on the bus?

As humans, we all thrive on routine. Children's (and adults) routines have been disrupted over these past several months. Stories can help ALL children understand what is going on around them. Information about their new routines can reduce anxiety and fear. This will lead to smoother transitions into the new routine.

I've listed all of the COVID-19 stories that relate to schools here for easier access for parents and educators. When I write more stories that pertain to school, I will add them to this list. I wish you all well as we embark on this new school year. Stay well!

https://www.autismlittlelearners.com/2020/07/covid-19-related-stories-for schools.html?fbclid=IwAR1Mv9Ng9h67ibzfZtOwwCoZvD4lBuMOeF_BqC_RwQFOQuEqJ9oCYDhDH1Y

A Workshop for Librarians, Educators & Caregivers Working with People Who have Disabilities (FREE)

Join us virtually for our 6th biennial accessibility workshop! #AdaptiveUmbrella20

A workshop for librarians, educators, & caregivers working with people who have disabilities

We understand attending a daylong virtual event can be exhausting, which is why we encourage you to think of this as a virtual workshop “menu.” There are no separate Zoom logins and capacity has been extended for the day, so feel free to jump on and off as you are able to or stay with us for the whole fantastic day to interact with speakers and attendees! We will also be recording some sessions and sharing with registered attendees after to view when you are able to.

Wed, September 23, 2020

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM EDT

To learn more, please visit link below:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adaptive-umbrella-tickets-75744857909?fbclid=IwAR3M9Cvk_lyPXI0r8iOC79yFKz6PmvtdWhcsPqqLb4BH5evphFZd1_jozR8

2020 Honors Colloquium "Challenging Expectations: Disability in the 21st Century"

2020 Honors Colloquium

FALL 2020 HONORS COLLOQUIUM


Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Sept. 22–Dec. 1, 2020

The public is invited to attend this free series of online events.

The University of Rhode Island's 2020 Honors Colloquium, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act, will focus on the views and expectations of those affected by disability, steering away from the impossible to the possible.

This year's Honors Colloquium, titled, "Challenging Expectations: Disability in the 21st Century," will be held virtually on Tuesday evenings at 7, between Sept. 22 and Dec. 1.
Please join us online for these free events at https://web.uri.edu/hc/
 
If you need a reasonable accommodation, please call 401.874.2303 at least five business days in advance. For TTY assistance, please call the R.I. Relay Service at 711.

University of Rhode Island, Kingston, R.I. 02881 | 401.874.1000

Reimagining Stories in ASL (Storytelling Workshop For and By the Deaf Community!)

NEWSMAKER: Turner Free Library Director Elizabeth LaRosee makes Randolph institution inclusive for all

Elizabeth LaRosee, who also heads Community Programming, makes Randolph library inclusive to all.

Learn more by visiting the link below:

https://randolph.wickedlocal.com/news/20200705/newsmaker-turner-free-library-director-elizabeth-larosee-makes-randolph-institution-inclusive-for-all

RIPIN Parent/Caregiver Survey

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rhode Island quickly shifted to distance learning for all students.

If you are a parent or caregiver of a student receiving special education, RIPIN wants to know about your family's experience with distance learning.

Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HHKYNLH

Your response will be completely anonymous. Feedback collected through this survey will be shared with the Rhode Island Department of Education and other education leaders to inform the State's distance learning plans for the 2020/2021 school year.

The Museum of Work and Culture's: Therapeutic Tuesdays: Live on Facebook