Blended Practices for Teaching Young Children in Inclusive Settings, Second Edition

Jennifer Grisham, Ed.D., Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ph.D.

Early Childhood, Higher Education

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The second edition of this bestselling text shows early childhood teachers how to blend the best of special and general education, develop effective curricula, and improve outcomes for children with and without disabilities.

Contains Companion Materials

• STOCK NUMBER: 76689
• ISBN: 978-1-59857-668-9
• COPYRIGHT: 2017
• PAGES: 384
• AVAILABILITY: Available Stock

As more and more early childhood settings implement inclusive practices, teachers need to blend special and general education techniques to help all children learn. They'll find out how with the new edition of this bestselling text, which combines today's best practices for teaching young children with and without disabilities into one comprehensive approach.

Ideal for current and future early childhood educators working with children from ages 2 to 5, this comprehensive text provides explicit guidance on developing a successful curriculum framework, working effectively with families and other team members, tailoring instruction to each child's individual needs, and embedding learning opportunities that address all children's goals. Teachers will learn from the field's most current research, and they'll get a full continuum of strategies for teaching young children with diverse abilities. Practical information on authentic assessment and data-driven decision-making is also woven throughout the book.

An essential reference to keep and use for years to come, this book is every early childhood educator's guide to blending the best of special and general education, developing effective curricula, and improving outcomes for all children.

WHAT'S NEW

• Increased focus on how to implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)
• New chapters on applying blended practices in specific content areas: language, literacy, social-emotional skills, and math
• The latest on state and federal funding initiatives for early childhood—and how to maintain quality practices that align with these initiatives
• More guidance on determining the scope and sequence of what to teach children
• Current recommendations from key professional organizations like NAEYC and DEC, and their implications for teachers

USER-FRIENDLY FEATURES: Includes visual aids and sample forms, vignettes and practical examples that illustrate key concepts and guiding principles, helpful summaries for each chapter, case studies, and learning activities that challenge students to test and expand their knowledge.

Reviews

Susan Sandall, Professor, College of Education, University of Washington - October 17, 2016

"The second edition of this comprehensive text is an essential resource for implementing successful inclusion and ensuring that all children learn and thrive in their early childhood classrooms."

Barbara Smith, Research Professor, School of Education and Human Development, University of Colorado Denver - October 14, 2016

"Research evidence supports educating young children with special needs with their typically developing peers if those settings and early education practices are high quality. This book provides the guidance to school districts and other early education programs they need to ensure that their inclusion focus is not just on placement opportunities but on successful experiences for all the children. This takes professional development and support, intentional teaching strategies and a focus on the individual needs of all children and families."

Mary McLean, Professor, Department of Special Education, School Psychology and Early Childhood Studies, University of Florida - October 9, 2016

"The authors have done an excellent job of presenting evidence-based practice from early childhood education and early childhood special education in a way which will facilitate high quality services for all children. The content is blended throughout so the reader will understand recommended practices from both fields and, most importantly, how they can be implemented together in the same classroom. As a result, this text will be highly effective in blended personnel preparation programs, and equally effective in programs that are not blended."

Dathan Rush, Associate Director, Family, Infant & Preschool Program - October 4, 2016

"The addition of new chapters providing "how to" guidance in several subject areas to promote learning of young children with and without disabilities in classroom-based settings makes the second edition a resource you will turn to again and again."

Virginia Buysse, Principal Researcher, American Institutes for Research - October 4, 2016

"This edition is regarded as a primary source for anyone seeking a comprehensive approach for implementing quality inclusive practices in early education."

Authors: Jennifer Grisham Ed.D., Mary Louise Hemmeter Ph.D.

Read the excerpt

Introduction to Blended Practices
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Blended practices for supporting ALL children in inclusive early childhood settings
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15 Ways to Boost Early Language & Literacy Skills in Inclusive Classrooms
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For Inclusive Schools Week: 9 Inclusion Goals & Free Resources
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