Summary

The Exceptional Child, Inclusion in Early Child Education is an authoritative text written by master teachers who back up their writing with years of research in the field of child development, developmental disabilities, and early childhood education. This text will enable teachers, parents, and all related early childhood personnel to design and implement quality programs that meet the needs of all children. This includes those who are developing typically, as well as those with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors. The authors emphasize offering each child individualized learning opportunities that are developmentally appropriate and feasible within the context of a classroom that accommodates both normally developing and exceptional children. This jargon-free text gives students the essential information they need to feel confident about their contributions to the health and learning of all children in their charge.