Teen Links
Links, resources, & activities
Below are a listing of interesting places and things to do in the area. We also recommend visiting our Museum Pass Program page to find out how to visit certain museums for free with your Library Card.
NJ Fun Guides
NJ Monthly Things To Do - Find the Best Things to Do In NJ
NJ Family Calendar of Events - Family Fun Throughout the State of NJ.
Daytrips & Outings
- Air Victory Museum
- American Museum of Natural History (website for kids)
- Children's Museum of Manhattan
- Franklin Institute
- Franklin Mineral Museum
- Garden State Discovery Museum
- Hadrosaurus
- Imagine That
- Liberty Science Center
- Monmouth Museum
- Morris Museum
- Newark Museum
- NJ Agriculture Museum
- NJ State Museum
- Princeton University Art Museum
- Rutgers University Entomological Museum (New Brunswick)
- Rutgers University Geology Museum (New Brunswick)
- South Street Seaport Museum (NY)
- Space Farms Zoo & Museum
- Sterling Hill Mining Museum
- Zimmerli Art Museum (on Rutgers New Brunswick campus)
For Parents
Child Care Resources in Perth Amboy -a listing of child care resources in Perth Amboy and Middlesex County from the NJ Department of Children and Families
Family Resources -Mental health resources from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiaty
HealthyChildren.org -Information from the American Academy of Pediatricians
Early Intervention - Information regarding NJ's Early Intervention program.
NJ Health -The New Jersey Department of Health website
KidsHealth.org -Provides information on children's health behavior and growth
Early Intervention - Information regarding NJ's Early Intervention program.
Lamaze.org New Parents Portal - Lamaze is a nonprofit organization that promotes a natural, healthy and safe approach to pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting
NJ Parent Link - information and resource needs of expectant parents, families with young children (newborns to children entering kindergarten)
NYS Parent Guide -Resources and parenting information from NY State.
Parent Favorites -A collection of resources from the Zero to Three
AutismNJ -Provides resources and support to parents, caregivers and families
Special Child Help and Early Intervention -Resources for parents of newborns with special needs from the NJ Department of Health
NJ Health Autism -information about autism from the NJ Department of Health
Alianza -a program through the New Jersey Institute of Disabilities which provides practical supports are offered for academic success, healthy lifestyles and family development.
Resources for Children with Disabilities or Special Needs -provided by the NJ Department of Children and Families
Infants and Children with Special Needs -Resources from State of New Jersey Parent Link
National Resources for Parents of Children and Youth with Disabilities -National resources for families with special needs children.
Autism Speaks Parents Took Kit -Informational resources for parents from Autism Speaks
US Department of Education -US Department of Education parent landing site with resources covering educational needs of children from birth to post high school.
Special Education Resources -Resources on special education from the NJ Department of Education
NJ Education Resources -parent resources provided by the NJ Department of Education
NEA Parent Website -Resource provided by the National Education Association to help parents ensure their children receive the best education.
Perth Amboy Public Schools -website for the Perth Amboy Public Schools
Perth Amboy Catholic Schools -website for the Perth Amboy Catholic Schools covering grades K-8
Academy of Urban Leadership Charter School -website for the Academy of Urban Leadership Charter School
Middlesex County STEM Charter School -website for the Middlesex County STEM Charter School.
NJ Department of Education Home Schooling FAQ - Frequently asked questions about homeschooling in NJ from the NJ Department of Education
Home School.com -The number one home school community.
PBS Home Schooling Tips - Tips for getting started in home schooling brought to you by PBSparents.
Reading Rockets -a national multimedia literacy initiative that provides information and resources to help create strong readers.
Colorin Colorado -A bilingual site for educators and families of English Language Learners
Scholastic -Provides Literacy activities and resources for parents
ReadWriteThink -Parent and after school resources to foster avid readers and writers
US Department of Education Reading Resources -Resources to help your child read from the US Department of Education
Financial Literacy Resources -information on financial literacy from the National Education Association
Digital Literacy.gov -Information on digital literacy for parents from the United States Government. Provides information in internet safety and more.
Financial Literacy Resources -Information from NASDAQ for parents on financial literacy.
Cry for Help -Resources for parents with teens with mental illness and suicide
Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine Resources -Resources for parents on various health topics pertinent to teens including sexual health, mental health, substance abuse, etc.
ActYouth Parent ToolKit -Information for parents with adolescent children
Sexual Health Resources -Sex Ed information from parents from the American Sexual Health
NJ Department of Human Services -provides information on resources in the State of NJ for parents in need of assistance.
Perth Amboy Office of Social Services- Official website of the Perth Amboy Office of Social Services which provides rental and financial assistance, relocation services, and other social services
New Jersey Community Resources - provide useful information to consumers in need of social services in New Jersey. It provides links for tax assistance, energy assistance, child care, re-entry programs, etc.
The Perth Amboy Library is dedicated to creating inclusive and welcoming spaces for all members of our community, with a special focus on supporting patrons dealing with Autism. Recognizing the importance of providing a safe and accommodating environment, the library strives to offer resources and programs tailored to the needs of individuals living with Autism.
One key aspect of the library's efforts is to ensure that it serves as a nurturing space for young children with Autism to develop essential real-life skills through books, programs, and resources. By offering a variety of materials and activities designed to engage and support these children, the library aims to facilitate their cognitive and social development in a comfortable setting.
To achieve this goal, the Perth Amboy Library implements various strategies to create an Autism-friendly environment. This includes providing quiet areas, soft lighting, and colorful surroundings to minimize sensory overload and help individuals with Autism focus on their tasks. By incorporating these sensory-friendly features, the library aims to create a calm and supportive atmosphere where patrons with Autism can feel empowered to explore and learn at their own pace.
Through these initiatives, the Perth Amboy Library is not only fostering a sense of belonging for individuals with Autism but also serving as a valuable resource for their families and caregivers. By promoting accessibility and inclusivity, the library reaffirms its commitment to supporting the diverse needs of its community members.
To learn more about the crucial role that libraries play in supporting individuals with Autism, interested individuals can explore further resources and information through the following link: [Libraries and Autism]
(https://librarysciencedegreesonline.org/libraries-and-autism/)
