The library is closed Sunday, March 31 for Easter.

Social Story – Visiting the Library

1. Today I am going to the Orland Park Public Library.

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2. Before I go inside, I like to look at the things in the window display. Today it is a collection of baskets.

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3. I love coming to the library! I want to pick out a book, but before we get my book, my grown-up needs to get theirs. We need to go upstairs.

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4. Sometimes I take the elevator upstairs.

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5. Today, I take the stairs.

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6. Upstairs is where adults and teenagers get their books, movies, and use the computer.

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7. My grown up needs help finding their book. The librarian, Ms. Helen, helps us find what we need.

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8. After my grown up finds their book, they sign up for a computer class with Mr. Dan.

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9. My older brother needs a book for school. We ask the Teen Librarian, Ms. Erin, for help.

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10. The librarian tells us the book we want is in the Teen Loft.

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11. Finally, it’s time for me to pick out my book! We go downstairs to the Children’s Library. I love the Children’s Library!

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12. Ms. Darnetta, says hello. If I have a question or if I get lost, the librarian will help me.

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13. The book I want is on a shelf in a place called the
In-Between. I like to sit on the big seats here and read.

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14. Sometimes it’s gets too noisy and busy around me and I need a break. I use the Sensory Room to help me calm down.

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15. Sometimes I come to the library for programs. We have fun in the Storytime Room.

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16. It is a nice day outside. I ask my grown up if we can visit The Backyard. They say yes.

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17. I like to look at the pond and play with the water table.

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18. It’s time to go home. We need to check out our books. I ask the librarian, Ms. Becky, where to go.

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19. The librarian shows us the self-checkout machine. We check out our books with a library card.

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20. When we are leaving the library, my grown up surprises me! I am getting my own library card today! We fill out forms at the check-out desk in the lobby. I love the Orland Park Public Library!

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