Strategies to support language arts and emerging literacy skills
In this excerpt, learn how to ensure that your child enters kindergarten with the prerequisite literacy skills necessary to learn how to read. Read More
The CSS+ Curriculum planning framework
Read the excerpt and gain an understanding of the major components of the CSS+ Curriculum framework and how these parts work together as a dynamic system to guide implementation of a high-quality early childhood education program. This excerpt also provides an introduction to a process for systematically building curriculum plans. Read More
The Parent’s Role inDeveloping Children’s Comprehension
This chapter explores several aspects of parental support for comprehension in prereaders by intertwining child language and literacy development with research. Read More
The role of technology for young children in the 21st century
Read the excerpt to discover how technologies can be a tool for learning in early childhood classrooms, barriers to technology use, how to move toward an understanding of instructional technology, types of readily available technology in a classroom setting, and outcomes of integrating technology. Read More
Kindergarten Transition Parent Interview—Preschool
Use the following excerpt from Successful Kindergarten Transitionas a guide to help families explore their experiences in the fall, winter, and spring of preschool. The intent is to engage the family member in a conversation about school, following up on themes that arise. Read More
Managing the IEP: Suggestions for parents
This chart has helpful suggestions for parents participating in IEP meetings. Tips are included for before, during, and after the meeting. Read More
Measuring Quality of ECE Programs for Children with Disabilities
This chapter addresses the measurement of quality of early care and education (ECE) programs for children with disabilities with the ultimate goal of promoting optimal child development. Read More
Models of inclusion support
This chapter defines components and types of inclusion support in the preschool setting. Examples of common inclusion support service delivery models are also introduced. Read More
Overview of natural environment intervention
Read this excerpt for an overview of natural environment intervention (NEI). Coverage includes NEI's legal foundations and a review of literature of effective practice when implementing NEI. An overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is offered, together with a discussion of research specifically related to NEI for young children with ASD. Read More
Parent Perspectives of Parent Education Programs
In this chapter excerpt, read about the importance of involving parents in the rehabilitation process for their child with a disability and learn how parent education programs are beneficial both the parent and the child. Read More
