The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education [Paperback]

K. Eileen Allen (Author), Glynnis Edwards Cowdery (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 7, 2004 | ISBN-10: 1401835961 | ISBN-13: 978-1401835965 | Edition: 5

Working effectively in the classroom setting with young children-those with developmental challenges and those with typical development-is the sole focus of this research-based book written by master teachers. Written in jargon-free language, it will enable teachers, parents and others involved in children's education to create and put into practice top-quality programs that will meet the needs of all children, including those experiencing significant challenges in physical, cognitive, language, social, or behavioral development. When this material is put into practice, every child with his or her own interests and capabilities can be assured optimal and appropriate learning opportunities in a setting where they are included and accepted by other children. To further support each child's learning and growth, particular emphasis has been placed on collaboration with parents in developing their child's intervention program.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The Special Focus articles provide personal perspectives related to the topic of the text. These personal perspectives provide the reader with a real-life situation. They give more meaning to the subject matter

The writing style of the author is fluent and easy to read. Concepts are explained clearly and in quite detailed text.

This text is an excellent resource for early childhood professionals working in an inclusive setting or not.

About the Author

K. Eileen Allen, professor emerita, was a member of the early childhood faculty at the University of Washington in Seattle and at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. For 31 years, she taught a variety of courses: child development, developmental disabilities in young children, parenting, early education, and an interdisciplinary approach to early intervention and inclusion. She also trained teachers and supervised research-focused classrooms at both schools and has published seven college textbooks, as well as numerous research articles and position papers in major professional journals. During her retirement, she continues to write, jury research articles, consult in both the private and public sector, and actively advocate on behalf of children and families.

Early Childhood Educator, Visual Arts Instructor; 20 years in the early childhood education field as teacher and program director

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 5 edition (July 7, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401835961
• ISBN-13: 978-1401835965
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #741,773 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent textbook and general info book for teachers, January 21, 2008

By 

M. Thomas (Olathe, KS USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education (Paperback)

I have been teaching a course on Exceptional Development for a university for about 5 years now, and have used this textbook all the way through. This book is FANTASTIC. It is easy to read, easy to follow, and set up in a logical manner. It gives a nice broad overview of exceptional development, and I recommend my students keep this book to refer to in the futre as well. Highly recommended!

3.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Child, September 29, 2011

By 

Brittany90 - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education (Paperback)

i bought this for class. truthfully wouldn't have bought it if i didn't need it. i think that's enough said.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Service, September 20, 2011

By 

Angel Campbell (COLUMBIA, NC, US) - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: The Exceptional Child: Inclusion in Early Childhood Education (Paperback)

I recieved my book in record time. I thought it would of been later. The book was in excellent shape I would recomend all students that I know to amozon for college text books. The price was the best also.