A sampling of our most
popular materials:
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How to Reach and Teach ADD/ADHD Children
Practical techniques, strategies and interventions for
helping children with attention problems and
hyperactivity.
The Out-of-Sync Child
An accessible, clearly written guide to Sensory
Integration Dysfuntion
The Prospector and the Goal Mine
A bank of IEP goals for K-12 grouped by grade and
subject area, as well as related services and transition.
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How Difficult Can This Be?: The F.A.T. City
Workshop presented by Richard Lavoie
This unique video allows viewers to experience the
same Frustration, Anxiety and Tension that children
with learning disabilities face in their daily lives.
King Gimp
Academy Award winning video follows the life of
Baltimore County Public School student, Dan
Keplinger, for 13 years from elementary school to
college graduation. Documents Dan as he discovers
the voice of art and the world discovers his talents.
Beginning American Sign Language
Each video in this set demonstrates signs for specific
life areas such as: school, shopping, home, doctor
office visits and more.
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Study Strategies Made Easy (book & video)
Strategies focus on organizational skills, time
management, how to study for tests and more for
grades 6-12.
Active Parenting Today (book & video)
A discussion program for parents of children ages
5 – 12, that teaches positive discipline techniques.
To learn more about Baltimore County Schools
Visit our website:
www.bcps.org
THE RESOURCE CENTER
FOR FAMILIES AND
SCHOOLS
The Resource Center supports parents
of children with disabilities, ages birth
to 21. Its mission is to promote
positive, effective partnerships within
the school community.
Special Education Parent Support Services
Jean Considine, Parent Coordinator
410-887-5443
Office of Special Education
Kalisha T. Miller, M. Ed., Director
410-887-3660
“Partners for Success”
The Resource Center for
Families and Schools
White Oak School
8401 Leefield Road
Baltimore, MD 21234
410-887-5443
Our purpose is to support you and your child!
2011-2012
Browse our collection online:
http://destiny.bcps.org
What’s in the library?
Books
 Videos
DVDs
CD-Rom programs
Boardmaker (a computer
program communication
system)
Internet access
We have over
2,000 books and videos!
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Some of our topics include:
Attention Disorders
Autism
Behavior Management
Career Training
Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Who can borrow?
Disability Awareness
All Baltimore County residents,
parents, school employees and college
students are welcome to use the
lending library. Parent and
community member library cards are
available with free application.
Employment
Down Syndrome
Family Issues
Homework Help
IEP Process
Inclusion
Learning Disabilities
How do I borrow materials?
Visit us during library hours or call to
make arrangements to have materials
sent through interoffice mail to your
child’s school.
Mental Health
Parent Involvement
Parenting Strategies
Sign Language
Special Education Law
Speech & Language
Transition
Don’t know what you want?
Don’t worry – our
knowledgeable staff
will help find
something to fit your
need or interest.
Easy to use!
To make it easier on you we can send
your selections through our interoffice
mail to your
neighborhood
Baltimore
County Public
School. Call us to make arrangements.
Returns are just as easy!
Of course, to fully appreciate what we
have, visiting a center is your best bet.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
9 AM – 4 PM
410-887-5443
Open during the school year.
24/7 Anywhere access to the
Resource Center Library collection,
from any internet-enabled computer.
The online library catalog system is
available by visiting
http://destiny.bcps.org