Creator: International Board on the Books for Young People (IBBY)
Date Updated: March 30, 2024
Overview
The International Board on Books for Young People has curated a collection of titles created by or about young people with disabilities, which is available at the Toronto Public Library. This website is particularly useful to the library, staff, and individuals interested in accessing or learning more about this collection.
This information was summarized from the Toronto Public Library.
Quick Facts
This website provides information about the IBBY organization and the collection available at the Toronto Public Library. With elements in over 70 countries across the globe, IBBY strives to provide refined reading material to children, including those with disabilities. The curated collection in Toronto includes:
- A variety of titles focused on and about young people with disabilities.
- The collection boasts over 4000 titles in over 50 languages.
- Titles are available in a variety of formats, including braille.
- The collection includes tactile and textile books.
For more information, visit the IBBY Collection for Young People with Disabilities on the Toronto Public Library website.
References
International Board on Books for Young People, & Toronto Public Library. (2023). IBBY collection for young people with disabilities. Toronto Public Library. https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/ibby/