Our new resource, Bag Books, are stories aimed at children who cannot benefit from mainstream books. Each story is shared interactively, using multi-sensory objects, with voice and emotion rather than words and pictures.
They are designed for children with:
- Profound and multiple learning disabilities
- Severe learning disabilities
- Severe autistic spectrum disorders
They are also hugely beneficial to those with visual and hearing impairments.
Bag Books have been found to develop students' reactions to stimuli, develop turn taking and provide the opportunity to participate in a shared activity, as well as enjoying a great story!
There is also an accompanying introductory training video and pamphlet available.
To order your box, email library.servicesforschools@cumberland.gov.uk
Each Bag Book loaned will be deducted from your normal topic box entitlement or charged at £35.
Further information about bag books can also be found at the Bag Books web site.
A Day at the Seaside by Sophie Baker
Ivan and Ruth are at the seaside looking at the shells and seaweed. They catch a fish in a net and decide to have an ice cream to celebrate but then a huge seagull swoops down.
Suitable for all ages.
Anna`s Allotment Bake by Sophie Baker
Anna visits Pete's allotment to sow carrots and pull some sown previously. Back at home they decide to make a carrot cake but how long with it take to bake?
Suitable for all ages.
Desmond
Desmond remains in bed oblivious to the alarm and Mum's increasing annoyance. However a small accident involving Dad's cold tea has the desired effect!
Suitable for all ages.
Gran`s Visit by Chris Fuller
A typical scene in any family home. Gran sends a letter to tell of her impending visit and the story depicts the speedy clean up of the house and the anxiety that it will not be ready in time.
Suitable for all ages.
The Captain`s Hat
Jordan's mum takes him out for a boat trip on the lake. Everything is going to plan until his mum starts rowing too fast, causing Jordan's hat to blow off into the water.
NB This books is designed for one to one storytelling, not for groups.
Suitable for all ages.
The Fairground by Chris Fuller
Suzie and Sam are enjoying all the fun of the fair with candy floss, games and dodgems, before taking a spooky ride on the ghost train.
Suitable for all ages.
The Golden Book by Magdalene Tsirkas
A rhyming story about a visit to a library. There is such a choice of titles and it's easy to get distracted but the golden book on the returns trolley catches the eye.
Suitable for all ages.
The Haircut by Fuchs and Tricia Johnson
Chris goes to his regular hairdresser but a new trainee cuts his hair. When he looks in the mirror the result is not quite what he was expecting!
Suitable for all ages.
The Little Seed by Magdalene Tsirkas
The little seed is blown underground and rained on. A shoot appears and the sun shines. Something is growing - what will it be?
Suitable for all ages.
The Match by Richard Lee
Trevor is invited by his friend to attend the 'big match' but he cannot find his football scarf. During the search several other items are uncovered until finally the scarf is discovered, and they reach the pitch just in time for the first goal.
Suitable for all ages.
The Uninvited Guests by Richard Bainbridge
Mum leaves the house with strict instructions not to make a mess but friends call in and things go from bad to worse.
Suitable for all ages.
What Am I by Stuart Cummings
Tallulah is at the zoo, trying to work out what sort of animal she is, before her Mum shows her.
Suitable for all ages.
Photographs and story descriptions are from the Bag Books website.