Overview

It's No Biggie: Autism in the Early Childhood Classroom is designed as an introduction for preschool teachers, childcare workers and others working with young children to best practices in working with all children, but most notably with those on the autism spectrum. The book contains background information on effective early childhood practices, with an emphasis on students who are or may be on the autism spectrum. The very knowledgeable and experienced authors present an overview of autism, specific strategies for the classroom teacher now dealing with those on the autism spectrum, as well as interesting and insightful vignettes that bring these strategies to life. Chapters on the special education process, working with parents and with other professionals, and facing the challenges presented in working with young special needs children provide practical suggestions for both experienced educators, and those new to the world of special education.

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"It's No Biggie! is a gem. It is an insightful, extremely well-written, well-researched window into a long-neglected area. The book is interesting and practical beyond its target audience of professional educators. It will certainly help me to better serve my pediatric patients and their families. My thanks to Dr. Barboa and Ms. Datema for this important work! - Mark Ellis, M.D. It's No Biggie! is an easy-to-read guidebook for teachers who wish to provide a successful learning environment for all of their young children, including those with characteristics of autism. Dr. Linda Barboa and Mary Lou Datema write from an extensive background of experience and their practical strategies will ensure increased growth and development for students in any early childhood classroom. - Peggy Reed, Ed.D., Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education, Evangel University I highly recommend this book to early childhood teachers and to parents alike. This book starts with the basics of education and builds on that information to give the reader the solid foundation needed to teach special needs children, whether they have a formal diagnosis or not. The thing I love about this book is that it is a tool to help the teacher really enjoy each child-not just tolerate him. The authors provide real life scenarios and stories to put a face to the issues they discuss. They make the information interesting by relating it to children they have worked with. Every student in an education class should read this book. - Tina Steadman, Parent This book should be required reading for all students who are preparing to be teachers. It's No Biggie! guides the reader by presenting the teacher's perspective, the parent's perspective, and most importantly, the child's perspective. As a parent, I truly wish this book had been available when my children were in preschool. As an education professional, I believe this book would benefit each and every early childhood teacher who is trying to make her classroom a better experience for all. ""It's No Biggie!"" is an easy read with practical suggestions to classroom problems. - Kristina Heth, Speech-Language Pathologist As early childhood educators, we must be prepared to meet the needs of youngsters diagnosed with autism, as well as those with autism not yet identified. It's No Biggie! gives us the tools to meet the needs of those students and help them reach their maximum potential by providing proven intervention strategies that will reduce the social and language deficits typical of autism. I recommend this book to the seasoned, veteran teacher as well as the new teachers. Thanks to Ms. Datema and Dr. Barboa for meeting a real need by writing this book. - Sandy Nicholson, Early Childhood Teacher Although my professional background is in nursing and counseling, I was never educated on autism. It wasn't until one of my own children started slipping away into that unknown world that I quickly became familiar with the disorder. What I wouldn't have given to have had this book at my fingertips during those first few years! We were incredibly blessed with devoted educators and therapists who were always available to answer questions and guide me in my quest to help our child. Not every parent is so fortunate. This book will fi ll a tremendous void for those desperate to help a child. Whether you are a school teacher, a parent, a preschool teacher, or anyone who works with children...the information the authors have provided is invaluable and a must read. You owe it to the children you encounter each day to make yourself as versed in ASD as possible. - Marcia N. Ellis, RN, BSN, MS"

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"Dr. Barboa holds degrees in speech pathology and audiology, communication sciences and disorders, psychology, and early childhood education. She is an experienced speech-language pathologist, with a background as a special education director, director of an autism center, and university professor. She has worked as an educator in America and Europe and has presented numerous programs to professionals across the country. Dr. Barboa has authored several books including Stars in Her Eyes: Navigating the Maze of Childhood Autism, which she wrote with Elizabeth Obrey. Her other books include Autism-What Schools Are Missing: Voices for a New Path, and a children's series about autism based on the book, Albert Is My Friend. Dr. Barboa is the recipient of the Jefferson Award for Community Service."" Mary Lou Datema began her teaching career at age 16, working in a local child care center after school.....for a dollar an hour. She now holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (early childhood) and a Master's degree in Reading as well as early childhood special education certification. Mary Lou has taught at the preschool, kindergarten and college levels in a variety of settings for over 40 years. She is currently an adjunct instructor at Ozarks Technical Community College. She has served in a variety of advisory capacities at the local and state level. She was named Teacher of the Year for the Springfield, Missouri school district in 2003. Mary Lou raised three boys on a steady diet of books, and now, in her spare time, she loves being a grandma and sharing her love of reading with her grandchildren."

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