Autism in the Early Years...
Autism in the Early Years, A Practical Guide (Resource Materials for Teachers) by Val Cumine, Julia Leach and Gill Stevenson.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.* 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.I have several other books on the same subject for anyone studying the condition. £, Worthing, .