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Online Resources

Get more information on autism through our online library of eBooks, eAudiobooks and medical databases. Information is available in English and Spanish.

Keyword search: Autism
Palabra clave: Autismo

Social Narratrives

Library Social Narratives

These fun, interactive short stories are designed to assist you in preparing your loved ones before a visit to your local library. Each library location has its own customized Social Narrative.

Ready to explore? Click the button below to view and download the document.

Braille & Talking Books Library

The Miami-Dade Public Library System's Braille & Talking Books Library loans audio and Braille books and magazines, along with a player, free by mail to persons with special needs and those who have difficulty reading or using printed books.

Library Sensory Kits

Sensory Kits are available at all library locations for in-library use. The kits contain items that can help create a calming and soothing effect, including fidget strings, squeezable toys and more. Noise reducing ear muffs are also available. Kits are available for all ages.

See library staff for more details during your visit or call your local branch.

Story Eggstravaganza
Sat, Apr 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Naranja Branch
Join us outdoors for an interactive, early literacy event celebrating and welcoming spring. Enjoy a sensory-friendly musical storytime, a bilingual Storywalk® featuring "Snow in the Jungle" and fun craft activities. Sponsored by the Community Action and Human Services Department's (CAHSD) Head Start. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-242-2290 or gonzalezm@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 6 yrs. 
Music and Movement - Autism Acceptance Month
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairlawn Branch
Enjoy a creative sensory and brain-balancing musical exploration using instruments, dancing, singing and mindfulness. Registration is required. Presented by Paloma Dueñas. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-261-1571 or recordr@mdpls.org. Ages 3-5 yrs.
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Create a Croton-Inspired Print - Autism Acceptance Month
Wed, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Bay Harbor Islands Branch
Find inspiration in nature and create your own work of art! Enjoy a rich sensory experience using croton leaves and acrylic paint to print colorful patterns on canvas boards. The program is designed to engage participants at all levels of development. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 786-582-2620 or baileyc@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+
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