Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Early Years

Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Early Years provides information on the services that are available for children from birth to five years and addresses issues related to identification, assessment, teaching and learning, and family support.

Illustrated with case studies provided by parents and practitioners, this resource covers:

• The Code of Practice for SEN & the SEN and Disability Discrimination Act
• Identification of children′s learning and assessment needs
• Examples of positive multi-agency practice and collaboration
• Effective partnerships with parents
• Social skills and behavior
• Alternative intervention and home-based programs
• Transition from pre-school to kindergarten

This book is ideal for pre-school playgroup and nursery staff, child care providers, and parents.