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 programs-this important volume will help establish inclusive classrooms where every young child learns, belongs, and thrives.
About the AuthorAnne Marie Richardson-Gibbs is an early childhood special educator and has provided inclusion services for the past twenty years in both community-based preschool and public school settings. Currently Ms. Richardson-Gibbs works for the El Monte City School District, USA, providing inclusion support to preschool and early elementary age children with disabilities.
M. Diane Klein, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is Professor, Division of Special Education and Counseling, California State University, Los Angeles, USA.
Book InformationISBN 9781598572117
Author Anne Marie Richardson-GibbsFormat Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Brookes Publishing CoPublisher Brookes Publishing Co
Weight(grams) 500g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 177mm * 14mm