Overview
Widely used for more than 40 years in hundreds of communities worldwide, Sibshops are lively, low-cost workshops where siblings can share their joys and challenges, learn from their peers, and just have fun together. Enhanced with new research, online materials, and 100+ engaging activities, this updated guide makes it easier than ever to create and launch a Sibshop in your own community. YouĆ¢ā¬ā¢ll get practical instructions for every step of planning, promoting, budgeting, and running a successful Sibshop, plus insights from siblings and Sibshop facilitators throughout the world. Perfect for all programs and professionals serving families of children with disabilities, this complete how-to guide will help you create upbeat, rewarding, and welcoming workshops that give siblings much-needed support.
WHY SIBSHOPS?
Sibshops are a great opportunity for siblings to:
- Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting and enjoy fun activities together
- Reduce their sense of isolation by affirming that theyĆ¢ā¬ā¢re not alone
- Learn how their peers handle situations commonly experienced by siblings
- Get answers to their questions about their siblingsĆ¢ā¬ā¢ support needs
- Develop friendships that will be ongoing sources of validation and support
WHATĆ¢ā¬ā¢S NEW: Learn from new research and guidance on timely topics: creating safe and supportive spaces for all children, planning online Sibshops, designing Sibshops for teens, applying trauma-informed practices to Sibshops, and using technology to help recruit and register participants. Plus, get new field-tested recreational and discussion activities and online supplemental materials that are easy to print and photocopy.
This book title, Sibshops (Workshops for Siblings of Children with Support Needs), ISBN: 9781681255965, by Don Meyer, Patricia Vadasy, Emily Holl, Harriet Redman, published by Brookes Publishing (November 28, 2023) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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