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$19.95 978-1-934575-31-4
In The Classroom and Communications Skills Program: Practical Strategies for Educating Young Children with Autism Spectrum and Other Developmental Disabilities in the Public School Setting, Megan Ahlers and Colleen Zillich openly share their experience in the classroom and how they developed the CCSP. Created in response to the frustrations of young students attempting to adjust to the classroom, the Classroom and Communications Skills Program is based on the authors' shared belief that the least restrictive environment is a principle, not a place. It is an idea that teaches us to look at the continuum of service or placement options for children. Brimming with effective
ways to facilitate the learning of young children who are non-verbal/limited
verbal and not table ready in a public school setting, the program emphasizes
the importance of creating a fluid continuum between the child's natural
environments, including home and school, to increase the chances for generalizing
skills.
"The authors have designed one of the most functional programs to date. I wish this resource had been available when I first began my career. It is a must for any educator or SLP working with children who have significant disabilities."
"The Classroom and Communication Skills Program created by Ahlers and Zillich sets the framework for successful early intervention services. The program draws from research-based strategies and provides a practical guide to building individualized programming into the public school setting. The general or special education teacher can use the tips and tools in this book to support students with autism and other developmental delays. This program sets students up for success on a daily basis. I have witnessed its effectiveness in my own classroom. If your classroom is a 'three ring circus' I recommend this program. It works!"
"Megan and Colleen have so much passion and dedication for children like Jeremy. They didn't give up on him. They kept learning and searching for new ways to reach children with autism. Jeremy's graduation from their program was bittersweet. Thank you, Megan and Colleen, for your perseverance."
"This practical and useful book pulls together all the necessary components for creating an effective classroom for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. It provides a user-friendly, systematic approach to building basic foundational communication and classroom skills for students with significant needs in the domains of communication, social, academic, and behavioral skills. I especially love the way that the authors show readers how to capitalize on the interests of the children to help get them engaged and attending to classroom activities. "
"Although the thoughtful strategies in this book are designed to assist youth with disability labels, the concepts and approaches can be applied to most learners in inclusive settings. Other positive aspects of this book include an emphasis on integrated therapy in natural environments, attention to the communicative intent of behavior, positive approaches to support behavior and communication, and strategies for goal setting and assessment. Readers will enjoy the many practical examples and clear explanations, along with photos and list of helpful materials and resources. Megan and Colleen are to be congratulated for sharing the ups and downs of their journey and offering thoughtful and effective tips for families and educators in a user-friendly format."
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The
Classroom and Communication Skills Program: Practical Strategies for Educating
Young Children with Autism Spectrum and Other Developmental Disabilities
in the Public School Setting by Megan Ahlers, M. S., & Colleen
Hannigan Zillich, M. S., CCC-SLP
