Autism and Early Years Practice
"A remarkable reference resource. It is, without a doubt, the most absorbing and easily absorbed book we have seen, setting out the most comprehensive survey of the history, definitions, needs of carers and sufferers, issues of diagnosis, and much, much more." - Nurturing Potential
-This new edition of the leading book in autism and early years practice continues to provide excellent guidance for all early childhood students and practitioners on how to work with young children who have autism, or who appear on the autistic spectrum.
Kate Wall's wise words will resonate with all, as she sets out clear and realistic suggestions for ways to include young children with autism in mainstream settings, supporting her advice with case studies based on her own experience as a practitioner. Each chapter also looks at key issues and offers suggestions for discussion.
Highlights of the new edition include:
- Coverage of the latest developments in research
- Reference to current early years legislation
- Reference to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- New case studies, covering the full Birth to 8 age range
- New suggestions for further reading
Every early childhood student and early childhood practitioner needs this book; it is an invaluable guide to best practice when working with young children with such particular needs.
A great text. Very thorough, a very informative read for practitioner, students and teachers.
Excellent use of ‘real’ case studies. This book is well set-out and each chapter offers key issues, suggestions for discussion and further reading.
Although this book covers the essential reading for the subject area, I feel that it would not add to books already recommended to students.
This textbook is a good adjunct to the booklist for undergraduate students in children's nursing. It gives insight into how healthy young children are managed in early years and provided tips on how children with autism could be managed in other settings
This book provides sound information to altert the new practitioner to the signs of autism and understanding its completity, with practical advice of what and where to seek advice.
New to the 2nd edition:
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Coverage of the latest developments in research
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Reference to current early years legislation, including the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
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New case studies, covering the full 0 to 8 age range
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Further suggestions for discussion
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Updated key texts for further reading
