Families, Infants, and Young Children at Risk: Pathways to Best Practice / Edition 1

ISBN-13: 9781557668066 Publisher: Brookes Publishing Publication date: 11/01/2008 Edition description: New Edition Pages: 400 Product dimensions: 8.40(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.90(d) The clearest, most comprehensive text available on the neurological and psycho-social development of children from birth to 8, this cutting-edge book will be the cornerstone of every early interventionist's education. Essential for preservice professionals across multiple disciplines—and for inservice practitioners in search of a reference they can trust— this textbook helps readers fully understand child development, address the complex needs of children with disabilities and their families, and skillfully connect the latest clinical knowledge with everyday practice. Illustrated with dozens of engaging and instructive photos, this text helps future professionals in education, medicine, and related clinical fields meet state requirements for training in early childhood special education with complete coverage of