Family-Centered Early Intervention

Supporting Infants and Toddlers in Natural Environments

Sharon A. Raver, Ph.D., Dana C. Childress, Ph.D.

Early Childhood, Higher Education

A must for current and future early interventionists, this introductory text prepares professionals to support infants and toddlers with special needs and their families—and address the three OSEP Child Outcome Indicators.

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A must for future early interventionists, this introductory text prepares professionals to support infants and toddlers with special needs and their families—and address the OSEP child outcomes so critical to a program's success. Focusing on the specific needs and challenges of children from birth to three, the book gathers more than a dozen expert contributors with proven expertise in helping children who have or are at risk for developmental delays. Early interventionists will learn recommended practices for family-centered, evidence-based intervention and team collaboration, knowledge they'll use for the rest of their careers to ensure the best possible outcomes for infants and young children. (Also great for inservice professional development!)

LEARN THE FOUNDATIONS OF:

• addressing the three OSEP Child Outcome Indicators: positive social-emotional skills, acquisition and use of knowledge and skills, and using appropriate behaviors to meet needs
• developing and implementing IFSPs
• weaving intervention services into a family's established routines
• empowering parents to successfully guide and support their child's development
• conducting interventions that support motor, cognitive, social-emotional, communication, and adaptive skills
• making the most of natural learning opportunities in natural environments
• working in effective teams with professionals from diverse disciplines
• meeting the specific needs of children with all disabilities and/or risk areas, including autism, sensory disabilities, and cognitive and/or motor disabilities

STUDENT-FRIENDLY FEATURES: "Best Practice Highlights" with specific intervention suggestions, helpful discussion questions, case studies in each chapter that illustrate the recommended strategies.

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Reviews

: Midwest Book Review - July 9, 2015

"A compendium of ten exceptionally well and presented articles deftly organized into four major section, "Family-Centered Family-Centered Early Intervention: Supporting Infants and Toddlers in Natural Environments" is a major contribution to the field of special needs education."

Gayle Mindes, DePaul University - October 20, 2014

“\u201cA wonderful book based on sound research and theory … The case studies put us in the field realistically and thoughtfully.”

Philippa Campbell, Thomas Jefferson University, Child and Family Studies Research Programs - October 20, 2014

“\u201cEarly intervention service providers continue to need the practical information that this book presents about how to actually do family centered care and how to help infants, toddlers, and their families be successful in natural settings.”

Rachel Moyer-Trimyer, IDEA Part C Specialist, Texas Early Childhood Intervention; lecturer at The University of Texas at Austin - October 14, 2014

“\u201cAn excellent text for both university students and entry-level and experienced early intervention practitioners … a true example of research to practice.”

Robin McWilliam, Siskin Children’s Institute - October 13, 2014

“\u201cTo understand how early intervention works in addressing the three federal child outcomes, read this book.”

Tricia Catalino, Assistant Professor, Touro University-Nevada - October 13, 2014

“\u201cA comprehensive overview of best practices in early intervention … will be a valuable tool for current and future EI team members.”

Anne Richardson-Gibbs, Inclusion Specialist and Early Intervention Service Coordinator, El Monte City School District, El Monte, California - October 13, 2014

“\u201cProvides a concise overview of early intervention, from referral to service provision. An excellent book for students of early childhood special education.”

Naomi Younggren, Early Childhood Consultant/DoD Army EDIS Personnel Coordinator - September 28, 2014

“\u201cUniquely organized around the three OSEP early childhood outcomes, this book presents essential theory, research, practice, and reflection to help providers apply the science and art of early intervention to achieve optimal outcomes for children and families.”

Laurie Dinnebeil, University of Toledo; Editor, Journal of Early Intervention - September 23, 2014

“\u201cWhat a tremendous resource for the field! The emphasis on working in collaboration with families to provide services to infants and toddlers where they live, learn, and play is outstanding!”

Authors: Sharon A. Raver Ph.D., Dana C. Childress Ph.D.Foreword Author: Karin Lifter Ph.D.Invited Contributors: Tanni L. Anthony Ph.D., Erika M. Baril M.A., CCC-SLP, Jonna L. Bobzien Ph.D., Mary Beth Bruder Ph.D., Anne George-Puskar M.A., Corinne F. Hill M.Ed., Toby M. Long Ph.D., PT, Hedda Meadan Ph.D., BCBA-D, Lori E. Meyer Ph.D., Corrin G. Richels Ph.D., Mallene P. Wiggin M.A., CCC-SLP, Christine Yoshinaga-Itano Ph.D.

The Infant/Toddler with Special Needs in Childcare Programs  (ECE139SN)

Working with Families of Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs  (MEC 511)

Supporting Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs