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Strategies for Supporting Children, Teachers, and Programs

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Preschool inclusion is about much more than placing a child in a general education classroom. A network of creative, effective supports must be in place for the child, the teachers, and the program and this comprehensive textbook shows how to make it happen. Future educators will get a thorough introduction to inclusion supports: evidence-based practices and strategies that help children with disabilities fully participate in preschool classrooms. With a strong emphasis on collaboration among all members of the education team, this text leads professionals step by step through every aspect of successful preschool inclusion, from designing an effective program to preparing all children for a smooth transition to kindergarten. An ideal textbook for preservice educators and a valuable reference for early childhood programsthis important volume will help establish inclusive classrooms where every young child learns, belongs, and thrives.
EVIDENCE-BASED GUIDANCE ON:
planning and delivering creative, cost-effective inclusion services and accommodations (includes detailed guidance for administrators)
successfully using todayaTMs best models to implement inclusion supports, such as itinerant teaching, consultation, and co-teaching
preparing for and conducting an effective IEP meeting, with concrete strategies for working collaboratively with parents
solving problems and managing conflict
applying Universal Design for Learning principles to classroom instruction
using teaching strategies that engage and support all children
addressing the needs and challenges commonly associated with specific disabilities, including autism, visual and hearing impairments, and physical disabilities
preventing and managing challenging behavior with positive behavioral supports
supporting kindergarten readiness and ensuring a smooth transition between programs

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: In-depth case studies and vignettes from both professional and parent perspectives, strategies for adapting curriculum content, disability-specific interventions to keep and use as a reference
This comprehensive textbook gives education professionals a thorough introduction to inclusion supports: evidence-based practices and strategies that help children with disabilities fully participate in preschool classrooms.

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Help kindergartners at risk for math difficulties with these explicit, evidence-based interventions. Used on their own or as a follow-up to the  Number Sense Screenera (NSSa) , the interventions in this user-friendly guide are a fun, simple, and highly effective way to boost key math skills such as oral counting, number recognition, and numeral writing. Teachers will get 24 scripted lessons, perfect for helping small groups of struggling students in just 30 minutes each. Proven in studies to improve young children's number sense, these engaging lessons help resolve early math struggles  before  first grade-and start students on the path to long-term success in elementary school and beyond. Why Use Number Sense Interventions? Aligned with Common Core State Standards-includes a chart of learning goals that shows exactly how the interventions align with CCSS   Research-based and validated   Great for Tier 2 Response to Intervention   Carefully scripted-easy to pick up and start using right away   Lessons build on each other, so children develop a strong foundation of critical math skills  Uses inexpensive materials many teachers already have in the classroom  Fun lessons encourage children's engagement and development of attention skills  Flexible-easy to move at a slower or faster pace depending on student needs  INCLUDES:  24 engaging lessons with explicit teacher scripts and instructions, plus photocopiable materials: 7 sets of flashcards, 12 charts that illustrate key math concepts, and a student activity sheet for each lesson.  Help students at risk for math difficulties: Count to 100  Recognize quantities   Recognize numerals  Connect numerals to quantities   Write numerals   Solve story problems   Solve written equations   Perform number operations on fingers   and more

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Need quick, practical, ready-to-use guidance on teaching all students-and making appropriate modifications for kids who need extra support?  Get a  clear and concrete plan for K-12 inclusion  in this NEW edition of the bestselling book in the Teachers' Guides to Inclusive Practices series. Packed with field-tested strategies, case studies, and planning tools, this hands-on guide will help teachers deliver effective universal instruction  in core content areas and create customized adaptations and flexible supports for students with diverse needs and abilities. Teachers will learn what really works in inclusion, and they'll discover how to seamlessly weave in modifications while encouraging each student's sense of belonging. NEW TO THIS EDITION:  Practical guidance on implementing Universal Design for Learning Content aligns clearly with an RTI framework, with strategies spanning from whole-class instruction to highly individualized adaptations More on working with students with significant disabilities and complex learning needs-one of the biggest challenges of inclusion Easy-to-print forms that help teachers plan individualized supports and adaptations, available at www.brookespublishing.com Helpful "focusing questions" at the start of each chapter-perfect for preservice study and teacher book club discussionsNew stories from teachers and parents that spotlight real-world challenges and successes  With printable planning tools! Team Roles and Responsibilities ChecklistProgram-at-a-GlanceStudent ProfileGeneral Assessment of Classroom ActivitiesProgram Planning MatrixIndividualized Adaptations and Support Planand more

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Need creative ideas for moving UDL from theory to practice? Get this must-have quick guide, ready for any teacher to pick up and start using now. Whitney Rapp, co-author of the acclaimed Teaching Everyone, walks you step by step through 100 UDL strategies that strengthen student engagement, learning, and assessment. Based on the latest research (but still practical and fun!), these highly effective ideas will help you address diverse learning needs and increase all studentsaTM access to the general curriculum. Essential for every educator who wants to know what UDL really looks like, sounds like, and feels likeaand how to use this proven approach to teach and reach all learners.
100 UDL STRATEGIES FOR:
Classroom space and materials: The best uses of seating, lighting, bulletin boards, and moreClassroom management: From smoother schedules and meetings to effective transition areas Technologies: Fresh ways to use blogs, videoconferencing, e-books, and moreContent instruction: Teach academic content with tools like music, drawing, mnemonics, and humorSocial interaction: Creative games and small-group activities that sharpen all kidsaTM social skillsExecutive functions: Great ideas for templates, rubrics, graphic organizers, timers, and web-based materialsTransition to adulthood: Prepare students for the real world with charts, goal plans, and moreAssessment: New ways kids can show what they knowafrom adapted tests to family projects

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An Evolution of Meaning, Understanding, and Public Perception

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Accessible, engaging, and filled with contributions by the country's most celebrated disability experts, this fascinating volume skillfully captures how intellectual disability has been understood from prehistoric times to present. Readers will discover how different societies have responded to people with disability throughout history, how life has changed for people with intellectual disability and their families over the centuries, and how key historical figures and events sparked social change and shaped our modern understanding of intellectual disability. Enhanced with remarkable images and illustrations, including exclusive photos from the editor's private collection of cultural artifacts, this informal history is a must-read for anyone devoted to improving the lives of people with intellectual disability. <br>TOP DISABILITY EXPERTS EXPLORE:Early ideas about the causes of intellectual disability Evolution of the concept of intellectual disability The role of religion in the ancient world's understanding of disability Changing approaches to education and intervention The rise and fall of the institution system Depictions of intellectual disability in film, literature, and art State-sanctioned sterilization programs in the twentieth century The self-advocacy movement The emergence and impact of parent associations, support groups, and training programs How and why terminology changed throughout the years and more

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Supporting Children and Adults with Complex Communication Needs

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As AAC use continues to flourish and new technology revolutionizes the field, tomorrow's service providers need current, authoritative information on AAC for children and adults with communication disorders. That's why David Beukelman and Pat Mirenda have revised and updated the bestselling Augmentative and Alternative Communicationthe trusted, widely adopted graduate-level text on communication disorders and AAC.   The foundational textbook for SLPs, OTs, PTs, teachers, and other professionals in clinical and educational settings, this fourth edition is a definitive introduction to AAC processes, interventions, and technologies that help people best meet their daily communication needs. Future professionals will prepare for their work in the field with critical new information on advancing literacy skills (new chapter by Janice Light and David McNaughton) conducting effective, culturally appropriate assessment  to determine AAC needs choosing AAC interventions  appropriate for age and ability selecting AAC vocabulary  tailored to individual needs using new consumer technologies  as easy, affordable, and non-stigmatizing communication devices  understanding types of symbols  and how individuals use them promoting social competencesupporting language learning and developmentproviding effective support to beginning communicatorsplanning an inclusive education  for students with complex communication needs  Readers will get a thorough overview of communication and AAC issues for people with specific developmental disabilities (including cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, and autism) and acquired disabilities (such as aphasia, traumatic brain injury, and degenerative cognitive and linguistic disorders). And with helpful photos, figures, and photocopiable forms, readers will be ready to collect and use important information on assessment, individual communication needs, classroom supports, and more.  An essential core text for tomorrow's professionalsand a key reference for inservice practitionersthis new fourth edition expertly prepares readers to support the communicative competence of children and adults with a wide range of complex needs. What's new: New literacy chapter  Extensive updates reflecting current consumer technology  Helpful end-of-chapter study questions  Updated resource sections and glossary All the latest research and best practices in every chapter

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David R. Beukelman, Pat Mirenda, Laura J. Ball, Susan Koch Fager, Kathryn L. Garrett, Elizabeth K. Hanson, Joanne P. Lasker, Janice C. Light, David B. McNaughton

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The Common Sense Guide to Your Child's Special Needs

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What does it mean when a child is having difficulty with developmental milestones like walking, talking, and learning to read and write? What are the signs that a disability might be present, and what next steps can parents take to help their child?   Pediatrician Louis Pellegrino gives you clear and down-to-earth answers in this new version of the trusted bestseller When Your Child Has a Disability. Now streamlined and reorganized by key developmental milestones rather than by disability, this book responds perfectly to the needs of parents who don't have a diagnosis yet or want to explore challenges common across disabilities. With reassuring warmth, good humor, and candor, Dr. Pellegrino offers practical guidance on what it means and what to do next when a child struggles with speech and language development motor skills development daily living skills social skills behavioral control and attention  learning and cognitive development vision, hearing, and sensory processing  special medical issues    Throughout the book, Dr. Pellegrino combines research-based information and guidance with vivid metaphors, jargon-busting explanations of key terms, fascinating "pearls of wisdom," and engaging anecdotes from his personal and professional experience.   A go-to guide for families, a highly accessible resource for professionals, and an ideal supplemental text for tomorrow's practitioners, this book will be a mainstay reference for everyone who picks it up. Keep it at your fingertips for a great developmental primer and the guidance you need to take first steps toward resolving a child's challenges.

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Access the NEW ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS now! Comprehensive, authoritative information from the most respected experts: For 30 years, that's what Children with Disabilities has given the thousands of students, faculty, and professionals who rely on it. Now this trusted text is in a NEW seventh edition, thoroughly updated with the very latest research, new instructor materials, and the critical issues professionals need to know as they prepare to work with children and families. Incorporating 5 years of significant research and progress in multiple disciplines, this highly anticipated new edition is the textbook of choice for courses on disability. The internationally respected editors bring together a who's who of contributorsof seasoned experts and fresh voicesdefinitive compendium of information about developmental, clinical, family, education, and intervention issues. WHAT'S NEW
All-new chapters on diagnosis, neuropsychological assessment, "new" disabilities faced by survivors of previously fatal disorders, and complementary and alternative medicine New multimedia instructor materials online, including high-quality downloadable medical illustrations 30+ new contributors from diverse fields Expanded chapters on autism and ADHD New developments in neuroscience, genetics, and imaging Greater focus on interdisciplinary collaboration Considerations from drafts of the DSM-5 Thoroughly updated content in every chapter PowerPoint slides for each chapter, easy to customize for courses
Children with Disabilities retains and strengthens the student-friendly features of previous editions: concise and accessible chapters, a helpful glossary, chapter overviews, case studies that bring key concepts to life, extensive cross-referencing to make information easy to find, and resource lists for every topic. And with the complete package of new multimedia instructor materials, instructors will use this textbook effectively in their courses and prepare students for years of successful practice. An unparalleled text from the leading voices in the disability field, Children with Disabilities is the cornerstone resource future professionals will keep year after year to support their important work with children and families.

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Mark Batshaw, Nancy Roizen, Gaetano Lotrecchiano

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The Principal's Handbook for Leading Inclusive Schools

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Behind every successful inclusive school is a great principal with passion, vision, and a practical plan. With so much riding on their strong and proactive leadership, every principal and administrator will want this how-to book: the essential guide to bringing schoolwide inclusion from theory to practice. Covering everything from the basics of special education to the everyday nuts and bolts of making inclusion work, two renowned inclusion experts give readers clear guidance they can use right away to lead a fully inclusive school where every student learns and belongs. New and veteran administrators will discover how to make schoolwide (and districtwide) reforms that support social and academic success-and help all students reach their full potential.
LEARN HOW TO:Provide all students with access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment Solicit input and expertise from everyone-teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff Promote close collaboration between general and special educators Create inclusive service delivery Implement academic and social supports that meet the individual needs of each student Make sound decisions about content-specific accommodations and modifications Facilitate use of gentle and positive supports to resolve challenging behavior Partner effectively with school staff and families Create a school culture that encourages independence and high expectations for all Relieve job-related stress and avoid burnout
PRACTICAL MATERIAL: Concrete, real-world tips and strategies; first-person stories from school leaders; answers to commonly asked questions in every chapter; helpful checklists and forms on co-teaching, behavior support, school reform planning, and more.

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Julie Causton, George Theoharis, Richard Villa

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Introduction to Clinical Methods in Communication Disorders

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The bestselling core textbook on communication disorders is better than ever with this new third edition, thoroughly revised and based on updated ASHA standards. Covering a broad range of disorders and developmental levels, this text gives future professionals up-to-date guidance on evidence-based practice from more than 20 academics and working clinicians. Preservice SLPs and audiologists will get a comprehensive guide to contemporary clinical practiceaone theyaTMll use for the rest of their careers to provide the best possible services for people with communication disorders. An essential text for all students in clinical methods courses and a reliable reference for practicing professionals!
ALL THE LATEST ON implementing evidence-based practice to improve client outcomes aligning everyday practice with the ASHA Code of Ethics collecting communication samples conducting effective assessment and implementing interventions understanding public policies that affect clinical practice ensuring sensitive and efficient clinical communications, including counseling clients, documenting findings, and recording treatment outcomes delivering services skillfully across settings, including homes, hospitals, and schools working with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds providing successful family-centered services making sound decisions about assistive technology
WHATaTMS NEW:
New chapters on assessment, the role of research in clinical practice, communication sampling procedures, and cultural diversity * Updated ASHA standards * Coverage of new legislation and regulations * New bases of evidence for the intervention chapter * Updated clinical communication chapter with more coverage of electronic records and HIPAA compliance * Expanded service delivery chapter that discusses the emerging roles of SLPs and AUDs.

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The Paraprofessional's Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms

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What does a great paraprofessional need to know and do? Find out in this handy survival guide, equally useful for the brand-new paraprofessional or the 20-year classroom veteran. Packed with friendly guidance, practical tips, and relatable first-person stories, this book reveals the best ways to provide effective, respectful services to students in inclusive classrooms.Julie Causton-Theoharis, a teacher, professor, and educational consultant with more than 10 years of experience as a paraprofessional instructor, knows exactly how to help readers stop feeling overwhelmed so they can start making a difference. She answers all the urgent questions paraprofessionals have as they navigate their complex job in the inclusive classroom, showing readers how to:provide skillful and subtle support to students while encouraging their independenceresolve challenging behavior in gentle and positive waysfind students' strengths and match support practices to themfade their supportmake informed decisions about content-specific accommodations, modifications, and adaptationspresume competence and keep expectations highfacilitate peer supports and friendshipspartner with teachers, SLPs, psychologists, families, and other members of the educational teamrelieve their own stress and avoid burnoutTo help them master the daily ups and downs of the inclusive classroom, paraprofessionals will get ready-to-use practical content: tips for supporting students with specific disabilities, helpful question-and-answer sections, examples of successful problem-solving, a quick-guide to acronyms in education, easy ideas for improving teamwork, and more.The essential guide for every paraprofessionaland a must-have for the educators and other professionals who support themthis empowering book takes the guesswork out of a critical classroom role and helps students with disabilities reach their full potential.

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The Occupational Therapist's Handbook for Inclusive School Practices

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A great occupational therapist is a key success factor in your inclusive schoolOTs are on the front lines every day, making critical decisions that help students access the curriculum and fully participate. This is the friendly, down-to-earth survival guide OTs need to deliver their important services effectively as part of an inclusive school team. Packed with practical guidance and tips, examples that relate directly to an OT's daily practice, and first-person insights from seasoned OTs, this guidebook is key to helping students develop new skills in key areas, from motor skills and mobility to academic achievement and friendships. All new OTs should read this book before their first day in an inclusive schooland veteran OTs will find it invaluable for ensuring that supports are delivered in the least restrictive environment.
STRATEGIES THAT HELP OTs: collaborate with other members of the school team choose and use environmental, behavioral, social, and academic supports that help students succeed stay focused on strengths and abilities rather than disability use an RTI framework to deliver appropriate levels of support match supports to students' specific strengths avoid "the Velcro effect" and support student independence facilitate peer supports and friendships resolve challenging behavior in gentle, positive ways keep expectations high for all students
PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Tools and checklists to help organize team meeting notes, choose student supports, define team roles and responsibilities, support participation of nonverbal students, presume competence, and more.

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Julie Causton, Chelsea Tracy-Bronson, Norman Kunc

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Enhancing Communication for Individuals with Autism

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How can you help children with moderate to severe autism become more effective communicators? Discover the Visual Immersion System (VIS), a practical, research-based intervention framework that taps into the strong visual processing skills many children on the spectrum have. You'll learn how to use readily available resourcesfrom photos and symbols to apps and softwareto create a customized system of visual supports that boost seven key communicative functions (see sidebar). For each of the functions, you'll get comprehensive how-to guidance on choosing tools and materials, conducting systematic instruction, collecting data, and assessing how well interventions are working. A must for SLPs, interventionists, and educators, the innovative VIS approach will ensure better communication and higher quality of life for children with autism.

WHY THE VIS WORKS:Uses visual supports, an approach that's proven successful for children with autism Strengthens communication skills needed for learning and meaningful human interaction Builds on evidence-based assessment and intervention procedures developed over decades at Boston Children's Hospital Incorporates a wide range of low-tech and higher-tech options Flexiblecan be used in home, school, or community settings Provides clear, easy-to-use instructions on conducting interventions Includes guidance on generalizing new communication skills
PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Detailed guide to low- and higher-tech visual supports (includes benefits and limitations of each); case examples from clinical practice and field study; 15 reproducible checklists and forms to guide assessment, implementation, and progress monitoring.

Help children with autism improve key communication skills: Protest and refusal Organization & transitions Requesting Directives Commenting Questions Social pragmatics

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Howard C. Shane, Emily Laubscher, Ralf W. Schlosser, Holly L. Fadie, James F. Sorce, Jennifer S. Abramson, Suzanne Flynn, Kara Corley

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Maximizing Effectiveness of Reading Comprehension Instruction in Diverse Classrooms

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With 8 million students in Grades 412 struggling to read on grade level, effective comprehension instruction is a top priority for middle and high school teachers. This teacher-friendly supplemental textbook fully prepares current and future educators to help all students "read to learn." With a strong emphasis on teaching a wide variety of struggling readers, this concise introductory text gives educators research-based knowledge on reading comprehension and the practical instructional techniques they need to explicitly teach comprehension skills. The ideal foundational text on comprehensionand a great resource for in-service educatorsthis accessible volume equips teachers with the critical background knowledge they need to strengthen every reader's confidence and competence.
GET TEACHERS READY TOUnderstand why some students struggle with comprehensionImprove the comprehension skills of students with learning disabilities and English language learners Promote language developmentthe foundation of reading comprehensionUnderstand how basic reading skills affect comprehension and are addressed at the secondary levelModify texts and provide accommodations when necessaryIdentify pitfalls to common instructional practices and plan ways to differentiate for a wide range of learnersExplicitly teach key vocabulary words students need to know to be better readersHelp students connect new information to their existing knowledge as they readPlan instruction appropriate for the type of text being usedTeach students how to read strategically and monitor their own comprehensionGet students motivated and engagedand more
TEACHER-FRIENDLY FEATURES: Vignettes that model instructional techniques, "Dig Deeper" features with research-based enrichment information, "Practical Applications " features with supplemental information and resources.

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Help transform struggling K3 students into skillful, enthusiastic readersin just 20 to 30 minutes a day! It's all possible with the NEW edition of this bestselling curriculum supplement, your key to helping all students grasp the five Big Ideas of early literacy: phonological awareness, the alphabetic principle, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Updated with new activities and the very latest on today's hot topics in literacy, this book gives you more than 130 research-based, teacher-tested activities you can use right now, with any core reading program. They're a perfect fit with response to interventionuse them with your entire class, small groups, or individual students who need more intensive support. Creative and versatile, these interventions are just what you need to help struggling students meet grade level standards and spark a lifelong love of reading.
LEARN HOW TO: Align reading instruction with Common Core State Standards Teach all the fundamentals of reading in a time-efficient way Use the RTI model to scaffold interventions (includes examples for Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 instruction) Deliver evidence-based instruction with confidence, with step-by-step instructional sequences you can use as is or modify as needed Plan assessment and make sound decisions based on data Strengthen the home-school connection with take-home activities parents can use with their children
PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Copy-ready templates of activity materials, such as a blank bingo board, color tiles, letter tiles, word cards, word banks, and graphic organizers. Also includes more than 70 Home-School Connection activities. Materials are photocopiable and printable from the web.

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Diane Haager, Joseph Dimino, Michelle Windmueller

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Supporting Students with Special Health Care Needs

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Guidelines and Procedures for Schools, Third Edition

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Essential for every school health office, this fully illustrated reference is the ultimate guide to caring for and supporting children with special health care needs in educational settings. A comprehensive update of the classic guide school nurses trust, this authoritative book compiles the latest guidelines on working with students with special health care needs, step-by-step procedures for using today's medical technologies, and access to more than 50 reproducible planning forms and checklists. Experts from nursing, medicine, and parent advocacy across the country reviewed and vetted the content, so you can implement the techniques and guidelines with confidence. A must for school nurses and related professionals, this practical reference tool will help schools deliver the services and supports that promote health, safety, and success for children with special health care needs.
THE LATEST ON: Supporting students with a wide range of special care needs, such as respiratory concerns, neurological issues, diabetes, allergies, and bladder and kidney issues Safely and skillfully using medical technologies, including feeding tubes, insulin administration devices, baclofen pumps, ventilators, ostomies, intravenous lines, oxygen and more Planning supportive classrooms that meet legal requirements and are well prepared for both everyday care and medical emergencies Collaborating with a student's whole health care team to create a family-centered, child-centered health care plan Meeting the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse families Facilitating a student's smooth transition from the pediatric to adult health care systems
PRACTICAL MATERIALS: More than 100 high-quality illustrations, plus printable online forms and checklists to ensure organized record keeping, training, and program planning.

With 50+ reproducible materials!
Dozens of skills checklists for specific medical technologiesEntrance Process Checklist Individualized Health Care Plan forms Emergency Plan form for students One-Page Portable Medical Summary Template Latex Allergy Checklist for Schools School and Camp Medication Order and more!

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Betsy Anderson, Patience White, Erin Ward, Mark Ward, Karen Y. Warman, Carole C. Atkinson, Karen Baldassari, Cheryl Cahill, Sarita Chung, Elena Daha-Slavkova, Frances J. Damian, Emily Jean Davidson, Re-re Dawley, Michele DeGrazia, Mary Dunleavy, Sara Einis, Matthew Engel, Patricia Mariko Favini, Ann Marie Foustoukos, Eva Gomez, Rosemary Grant, Kathryn Gustafson, Patti Hackett-Hunter, Lynn A. Hook, Elizabeth Hughson, Tara Kelly, Jenny Kinne, Kerry Matthews, Maureen McAndrew, Susan McNamara, Stephen G. Monteiro, Christine M. Obusek, Dorothy R. Page, Fiona Paul, Julia M. Perkins, Lauren Perlman, Gail Potter-Bynoe, Patricia Pratt, Sandra Quigley, Michelle Raymond, Kathleen Reardon, Patricia Reidy, Dennis Rosen, Patricia Scanlon, Timothy Sindelair, Abhinash Srivatsa, Laura E.B. Stone, Elizabeth Tannebring, Karol G. Timmons, Judith Palfrey, Patricia Branowicki, Stephanie Porter

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A Blueprint for Solving Reading Problems

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This one-of-a-kind text explains why RTI is todayaTMs best approach for preventing reading difficultiesand how research on reading profiles can enhance the power of RTI. For practitioners, the book provides a complete, evidence-based blueprint for using RTI and reading profiles in tandem to plan effective core literacy instruction and help struggling readers in Grades K-6, whether they have disabilities or issues related to experience (e.g., ELLs, children from poverty backgrounds). For researchers and policymakers, the book describes ways to help ensure higher reading achievement for every student, including improvements in core reading instruction, use of RTI practices and the Common Core State Standards, and teacher preparation.
READERS WILL
understand why RTI is the best approach for preventing reading difficultiesand why RTI should be used in identification of learning disabilitieslearn how diverse reading problems can be understood in relation to poor reader profilesdiscover how to make sound, research-based decisions about core reading curricula, interventions, and RTI practices such as universal screeningexplore the most effective interventions for key components of reading and languagelearn to identify and address word recognition difficulties, comprehension difficulties, and amixeda reading problems involving both decoding and comprehensionclarify which skills and knowledge every teacher of reading should have examine ways to better prepare educators to teach at-risk readers
PRACTICAL MATERIALS: The case studies and practical examples cover a broad range of reading problems and help make the latest research findings applicable to everyday practice.

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A Guide for Early Childhood Educators of Children Learning English as a Second Language, Second Edition

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Today's early childhood educators are serving more children learning English as a second language than everin Head Start alone, nearly 30% of the children speak a language other than English at home.* To support second language learners and put them on the path to academic success, every teacher needs this popular, practical, and highly readable guidebook.  Reflecting 10 years of dramatic change in early educationespecially in critical areas like assessment and cultural diversitythe second edition of this bestseller gives teachers up-to-date research, usable information, and essential tools to meet the needs of second language learners in today's learning environments. Leading researcher Patton Tabors equips teachers with the foundation of knowledge they need toapply cutting-edge research to their everyday teaching practicesaddress NAEYC's recommendations for responding to linguistic and cultural diversityuse appropriate assessment techniques for children's first and second language, including an easy-to-use observation checklist (on the CD-ROM) to monitor children's English language learning over timediscover ways to improve literacy instruction for all children, including literacy practices checklists (on the CD-ROM) that pinpoint areas needing curriculum supportunderstand and attend to the particular needs of internationally adopted childrenconduct thought-provoking professional discussions with the book-club-ready study guide and materials (on the CD-ROM) Teachers will also get updates on all the key topics covered in the first edition, including working with parents, understanding the process of second-language acquisition, and using the curriculum and classroom organization to facilitate English language and literacy learning. Ideal for professional development, this book is the best tool a teacher can have to support the language and literacy development and school success of second language learners while honoring their home languages and cultures.*English Language Learners Focus Group Report, 2002

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Patton Tabors, Catherine E. Snow, Mariela Paez

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Transition Strategies for Young People with Disabilities, Fifth Edition

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Access the NEW ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS now! For more than two decades, the trusted Life Beyond the Classroom text has shaped the practices of thousands of professionals helping students make a smooth transition from school to adulthood. Now this landmark textbook is in a NEW fifth editionupdated with the cutting-edge information professionals need in today's changing world, as young people with disabilities face unprecedented financial, family, employment, and educational challenges. A definitive compendium of up-to-date, evidence-based transition research, this expanded new edition takes Life Beyond the Classroom to the next level. Future professionals will get all the latest best practices and timely research on the full spectrum of transition topics, from assessment and assistive technology to social skills and self-determination. And with the unparalleled new package of online companion materials (see below for details), instructors will enhance their teaching with videos, activities, PowerPoint slides, and a convenient test bank. With this comprehensive revision of a pioneering text, the next generation of professionals will be fully prepared to give young people with disabilities appropriate, effective, and individualized support as they navigate our increasingly complex society. WHAT'S NEW:New chapters on critical topics: working with families multicultural transition planning teaching social skills secondary curriculum options Online companion materials Fresh contributions by highly regarded early career professionals  All chapters completely revised and updated The very latest research, statistics, and legislation More practical strategies, case studies, and photos Updated annotated lists of helpful online resources Improved, more user-friendly design NEW ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS! Plan your next course with a comprehensive package of multimedia supplementary materials, unrivaled by any other transition text: Videos for every chapter that bring key concepts to life for your students 300 downloadable slides aligned with each chapter's contentin PowerPoint format, so you can customize and edit slides Activities for every chapter that help students practice key skills, like writing transition plans and conducting assessments Chapter introductions with objectives, takeaway points, and study questions Convenient test bank with multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer/essay questions

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Instructor materials available. Enhance your courses with student activities, discussion starters, instructor notes, Power Point slides, and more!The new generation of teachers needs a new kind of special education textbookone that focuses on children, not labels. That's why Whitney Rapp & Katrina Arndt developed Teaching Everyone, the first text that fully prepares teachers to see past disability labels and work with all students' individual needs and strengths.Accessible and forward-thinking, this inclusive special education text will get Ka12 teachers ready to work effectively within today's schools and meet the learning needs of a wide range of students.Align their teaching with the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Initial Content Standards. Each chapter clearly explains how the content helps students meet specific standards.

Discover a truly progressive, inclusive approach to education. Breaking free of a categorical approach to disability, this text reveals how to stop relying on labels to access supports for studentsand work with each child as an individual instead.

Get comprehensive information in one volume. Ideal for use as a primary text, this book covers all the critical topics teachers need to know about (see below), for a fraction of the cost of similar textbooks.

Learn effective teaching strategies for major academic content areas. Educators will get clear, research-backed strategies for teaching reading, writing, science, math, and social studiesincluding guidance on keeping students engaged and assessing their progress.

Get a deep and personal understanding of student and teacher perspectives. With the case studies and narratives from teachers and people with disabilities, educators will have keen first-hand insights that will inform their teaching for years to come.A foundational text for tomorrow's teachersand a valuable reference for inservice teachers who want to sharpen and update their skillsthis important volume will help usher in an era of truly inclusive classrooms where all children learn and thrive.
With cutting-edge information on:differentiated instructionuniversal design for learninginstructional strategies for academic content areasassessment and evaluationsocial and communication skillsresponse to interventionearly intervention policy and practicesclassroom management positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS)functional behavior assessmentIEPshome-school collaborationteacher collaborationtransition to adulthoodspecial education legislationchild and adolescent development