Brookes Publishing Co Preschool Inclusion Toolbox: How to Build and Lead a High-Quality Program Second Edition

This new edition of The Preschool Inclusion Toolbox will help programs, communities, and states increase early childhood inclusion by improving their approaches and implementing related practices. This self directed guide can be used to evaluate challenges to preschool inclusion and then create policies and procedures that support appropriate placement of young children with disabilities in inclusive settings. Like the first edition, the book offers key resources for developing program level policies and procedures that promote preschool inclusion and help with changing public policies, if needed. Highlights and updates include: Additional guidelines & materials for developing a coaching system and supporting ongoing coaching for preschool inclusion Increased focus on equity New information and updated research related to current challenges to inclusion Review of current state and federal policy statements related to inclusion Chapters on identifying program challenges, creating new policies and procedures, establishing effective professional development systems, and using evidence based practices for inclusive preschool classrooms Updated answers to the following questions: What tools do we need to effectively implement quality inclusion? What is effective inclusion? How can we comply with the law regarding including young children with special needs into our programs? How can we advocate for inclusion with families, stakeholders, and legislators? Readily accessible examples of policies, procedures, and strategies for implementation Updated forms, infographics, and checklists for supporting preschool inclusion teams at every level Resources for overcoming challenges and facilitating an action plan for building and maintaining a successful program Early childhood inclusion is a national priority—but how can preschool programs step up the progress of inclusion and ensure that all young children learn and grow together? Big-picture change is the answer, and this new edition of a trusted bestseller offers programs, communities, and states a clear path forward.Written by top inclusion experts and updated with timely new topics and tools, this comprehensive resource will help readers develop program-level policies for implementing and sustaining full-scale preschool inclusion. School leaders and administrators will learn how to overcome today’s challenges to high-quality inclusion, establish a strong collaborative team, create a solid action plan for building an inclusive program, and monitor how well the plan works. This how-to guide also includes a wealth of practical tools and resources for creating supportive policies, procedures, and practices.Great for use as a self-directed professional learning resource or as a textbook in early childhood administration courses, this toolbox of ready-to-use guidance will help program leaders promote access, participation, and belonging for all young children.WHAT’S NEWIncreased focus on equityMore guidelines and materials on coaching for preschool inclusionNew and expanded chapters on identifying program challenges, creating new policies and procedures, establishing effective professional development systems, and using evidence-based practicesUpdates on current policy statements and challenges related to inclusionNew examples of implementation strategiesUpdated practical tools for supporting preschool inclusion teamsResources on facilitating an action plan for a successful inclusive programPRACTICAL MATERIALS: To enhance independent study or coursework, this book includes fact sheets, templates, infographics, checklists, sample materials, problem-solving tips, and reflection questions. Forms and appendixes are reproducible and available on the Brookes Download Hub. Autorid: Erin E. Barton, Barbara J. Smith, Brandy Locchetta, Debbie Cate, Jaclyn D. Joseph, Katy McCullough, Elizabeth A. Steed