To provide a basic collection of materials that reflect the specific needs of disabled children who might not benefit from the traditional book format. To provide some basic materials for the use of parents and caregivers working and living with disabled children. Access The collection, with the exception of Signed English and Braille Books, is integrated into the regular departmental collections and can be accessed by the general public at the Terryberry and Central Children's Departments. Scope of Collection Much of the regular children's collection is available for any parent and child to enjoy. Integrated within these collections is some J-Fiction in large print.
Customers can check at the information desk for help to locate available titles.
Collections of Print Braille and Touchread Braille are available at the Grade 1 or 2 braille levels in both E and J fiction and some non-fiction. Signed English is also available for children. These materials are housed apart from the regular collections. In addition, toys, story kits, Reading Circle kits, books on cassette, videos, music cassettes and CDs are available in the regular collections. Additional resources about disabled children are available for parents and caregivers as part of the Resource Centre for Disabled Persons and the regular adult non-fiction collections.