VERY YOUNG CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

This introductory text provides a foundation for professionals preparing to work with infants, toddlers and preschool children with disabilities and their families. Providing a comprehensive review of early intervention and early childhood special education, this detailed yet highly readable text offers the best information available about the causes of disabling conditions in young children. The author team additionally explores best practices for supporting diverse families, discusses philosophical issues important to effective intervention and support to young children and their families, and details unique coverage of typical child development across physical, emotional, language and cognitive domains.