Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Early Years
- Lynn Plimley - Autism Cymru
- Maggie Bowen - Autism Cymru
- Hugh Morgan - Autism Cymru
Illustrated with case studies provided by parents and practitioners, this resource covers:
- The Code of Practice for SEN & the SEN and Disability Discrimination Act
- Identification of children's learning and assessment needs
- Examples of positive multi-agency practice and collaboration
- Effective partnerships with parents
- Social skills and behavior
- Alternative intervention and home-based programs
- Transition from pre-school to kindergarten
This book is ideal for pre-school playgroup and nursery staff, child care providers, and parents.
'An extremely helpful, compact guide for anyone working in early years education... provides clear information for all professionals who work with children from birth to five with autistic spectrum disorders... A short, accessible and reader-friendly book that addresses the key issues' - Nursery Education
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