This practical, hands-on guide provides strategies and adaptations to accommodate young children with disabilities or special needs. It puts theory into practice with clear examples and directions to ensure all children can participate equally in the inclusive classroom. Adaptations are offered by activity rather than by disability, and the focus is on embedding instruction within daily routines. Short chapters, clear discussion of rationale, and the plentiful examples prepare readers to effectively support children with a variety of common disabilities such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, visual impairment, hearing loss, and behavioral challenges. Readers have commented on the usefulness of the strategies, details, and scenarios for working in general and special early childhood education. The text is especially appropriate for seminars accompanying student teaching and internships in general education, special education, and inclusive early childhood classrooms. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Highlights of This First Edition: Prepares students with ALL the professional knowledge and skill competencies necessary to promote optimal development in children with special needs from birth through 8 years old.
Introduction to the core concepts of teaching and supporting children with disabilities alongside their peers will help teachers ensure that all children meet their potential.
In this book, a distinguished group of early childhood special educators and researchers explores the barriers to and influences on inclusive education settings for young children.
The quick guide also covers several specific disabilities/special needs and provides definitions, common characteristics, and practical strategies for adaptation.
Working with children from infancy through age eight who demonstrate developmental and behavioral challenges becomes easier for teachers or caregivers when they turn to this publication for guidance.
Inclusion Works!: Creating Child Care Programs that Promote Belonging for Children with Special Needs
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While many are calling for collaboration to achieve inclusion, few are preparing teachers with practical methods on “how to” collaborate effectively with others. Emphasizing collaboration and communication techniques, Inclusive Early...
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The third edition of Building Blocks provides readers with a framework for successful and meaningful inclusion of preschoolers with special needs.