Anyone meeting a young child with autism for the first time will find
this fully revised edition of a classic text invaluable. The authors
provide parents and professionals with an insight into the nature and
educational implications of autism, particularly in very young children.
In a clear and sensitive style the authors:
- outline the characteristics of autism as they present themselves in
the early years;
- consider the nature of autism and the issues surrounding assessment
and diagnosis;
- offer practical strategies for effective and realistic intervention
both at home and in a variety of early years settings;
- suggest ways to promote learning, social development, communication
and appropriate behaviour;
- explore possibilities for enhancing access to the early years
curriculum.
This updated second edition includes new material relating to new
statutory requirements such as Every Child Matters and Disability
Equality Duty, as well as updates to different approaches to autism,
assessment and behavioural issues. The authors outline the principal
themes and objectives of the Early Years Foundation Stage and the
Inclusion Development Programme.
Autism in the Early Years: A Practical Guide (Second Edition) provides
accessible material, support and advice for parents, teachers and
professionals who are working together in an unfamiliar area following
early diagnoses of autism in young children.
