This guide contains information on the library's services and resources available to people seeking more information about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). 

Click on the tabs at the top of the page to view more information about the library's All Star Storytime, community resources, recommended materials for children, teens, adults, parents/caregivers, and teachers, and general library information.

Click the link below to view the "Going to Storytime" Social Story developed by Lori Wise, M.S. Educational Support Specialist, for All Star Storytime and other materials to help prepare your child for storytime.

 All Star Storytime for Children with ASD

The Alvin Sherman Library’s All Star Storytime provides a special opportunity for parents of young children with ASD to experience a library storytime with their child.

Our monthly program is modeled after a traditional library preschool storytime with the addition of adapted/enhanced materials for learning storytime skills.  Our goal is to encourage and prepare families and children for participation in all age-appropriate library programs.  

We have collaborated with professionals from Mailman Segal Institute’s Baudhuin Preschool and UM-NSU CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities) to create this pilot program.  Monthly pre-registration is limited to 8 children, with their parents or other caregiver.

We will be asking for input from participating parents in helping us shape and enhance this exciting new library-based program, which is unique to our area.  We would greatly value any information and suggestions you can share with us on our evaluation forms.

All Star Storytime is for children ages 3-5 years old, who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  A child must be accompanied by a parent or other primary caregiver, who will be an active participant with the child.

All Star Storytime is offered once a month, usually on the 2^nd Saturday, throughout the school year.  Pre-registration is required and will begin approximately 2 weeks before each session. 

 Class size is limited to 8 children with ASD, and their caregiver/parent.

For more information or to register for this free program, please call Public Library Services at the Alvin Sherman Library: (954) 262-5477.

Public Library Services

For Public Library Services Desk hours and program information, please call 954-262-5477.

• Ask in Person

  Library Address:
  3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd.
  Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
  (click here for map)

• Ask by Phone

  954-262-5477

• Ask by Email

  plsrefdesk@nova.edu

For information about developing library programs and services for families of youth with autism, please contact:
Anne Leon
Executive Director of Public Library Services
954-262-4639
anneleon@nova.edu

For information on the Alvin Sherman Library’s All Star Storytime, please contact:
Meagan Albright
Youth Services Librarian
954-262-5469
ameagan@nova.edu

Click here to view our full calendar of free events offered at the library.