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SELECTED LIST OF BOOKS ON EARLY INTERVENTION

Often times, IRCA is contacted by families or schools or adult agencies who are interested in gathering information about early intervention options for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Below is a short list of books that provide information on early intervention for individuals with special needs, including ASD.

These books can be borrowed by Indiana residents from the Center for Disability Information and Referral (CeDIR) at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community. You can contact CeDIR by calling 1-800-437-7924 (toll free in Indiana) or 1-812-855-9396 (Voice/TT). The entire catalogue of holdings is now available to view online at http://www.iucat.iu.edu/.

• Bagnato, S.J., & Munson, S.M. (1997). Linking assessment and early intervention: An authentic curriculum-based approach. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.
• Bell, S. H.., Carr, V., Denno, D., Johnson, L. J., & Phillips, L. R. (2004). Challenging behaviors in early childhood settings: Creating a place for all children. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.
• Bolick, T. (2004). Asperger syndrome and young children: Building skills for the real world: For people who know and care for three-to-seven-year-olds. Gloucester, MA: Fair Winds Press.
• Brazelton, T.B., & Greenspan, S.I. (2000). The irreducible needs of children: what every child much have to grow, learn and flourish. Cambridge, MA: Perseus.
• Bredekamp, S., & Copple, C. ( Eds.) (1997). Developmentaly appropriate practice in early childhood programs (Rev. ed.). Washington, D.C.: National Association for the Education of Young Children.
• Bricker, D. & Cripe, J.J.W. (1992). An activity-based approach to early intervention. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.
• Butterfield, B.A., Martin, C.A., and Prairie, A. P. (2004). Emotional Connections: how relationships guide early learning. Washington, D.C.: Zero to Three Press. (there’s also a great videotape)
• Coleman, J. G. (1999). The early intervention dictionary (2nd ed.) Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
• Coleman, M.J.S. & Krueger, L. (1999). Play & learn: A motor-based preschool curriculum for children of all abilities. Minneapolis, MN: AbleNet.
• Cross, A.F., & Dixon, S.D. (1997). Adapting curriculum and instruction in inclusive early childhood classrooms. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University, Institute for the Study of Developmental Disabilities.
• Cumine, B., Leach, J., Stevenson, J. (2000). Autism in the early years: A practical guide. London: David Fulton Publishers.
• Dixon, S.D., Davis, K., & Schmidt, M.K. (1994). Assessment in action: Ongoing observation in the classroom. Bloomington, IN: Indiana University, Institute for the Study of Developmental Disabilities.
• Embracing play: Teaching your child with autism [videorecording]. (2000). Emerysville, CA: Behavioral Intervention Association. A 47-minute video.
• Giangreco, M., Cloninger, C.J., & Iveson, V.S. (1998). COACH: Choosing outcomes and accommodations for children (2nd ed.). Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.
• Gould, P. & Sullivan, J. (1996). The inclusive early childhood classroom: Easy ways to adapt learning centers for all children. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon House.
• Greenman, J., & Stonehouse, A. (1996). Prime times: A handbook for excellence in infant and toddler care. St. Paul, MN: Red Leaf Press.
• Greenspan, S. (1992). Infancy and early childhood: The practice of clinical assessments and intervention with emotional and developmental challenges. Madison, CT: International Universities Press.
• Greenspan, S. (1996). The growth of the mind. Reading, MA: Perseus Publishers.
• Greenspan, S., & Wieder, S. (1998). The child with special needs: Encouraging intellectual and emotional growth. Reading, MA: Addison-Wesley.
• Guralnick, M.J. (1997). The effectiveness of early intervention. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishers.
• Handleman, J.L., & Harris, S.L, (2001). Preschool education programs for children with autism (2nd ed). Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.
• Harris, S.L., & Weiss, M.J. (1996). Right from the start: Behavioral interventions for young children with autism. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.
• Hohmann, M., & Weikart, D.P. (1995). Educating young children: Active learning practices for preschool and child care programs. Ypsilanti, MI: High/Scope Press.
• Janert, S. (2000). Reaching the young autistic child: Reclaiming non-autistic potential through communicative strategies and games: A practical resource book for parents, nursery workers, early years teachers and others. NY: NY: Free Association Books.
• Kemple, K.M. (2004). Let’s be friends: peer competence and social inclusion in early childhood programs. New York, NY: Teachers College Press.
• Kostelnik, M.J., Onaga, E., Rohde, B., and Whiren, A. (2002). Children with special needs: lessons for early childhood professionals. New York, NY: Teachers College Press.
• Linder, T. (1993). Transdisciplinary play based assaessment: A functional approach to working with young children. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing.
• Lovaas, O. (1981). Teaching developmentally disabled children: The “me” book. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.
• Maurice, C. (1996). Behavioral intervention for young children with autism: A manual for parents and professionals. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.
• Maurice, C., Green, G., & Foxx, R.M. (2001). Making a difference: Behavioral intervention for autism. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.
• McWilliam, R.A. (Ed). (1996). Rethinking pull-out services in early intervention: A professional resource. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing
• Newman, S. (1996). Small steps forward: Using games and activities to help your pre-school child with special needs. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
• Odom, S. L., & McLean, M.E. (1996). Early intervention/early childhood special education: Recommended practices. Austin, TX: PRO-ED, Inc.
• Peck, C. A., Odom, S.L., & Bricker, D.D. (1993). Integrating young children with disabilities into community programs: Ecological perspectives on research and implementation. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing.
• Pianta, R.E., & Cox, M.J. (Eds.). (1999). Transition to kindergarten. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing.
• Porter, L. (1999). Young children’s behavior: Practical approaches for caregivers an teachers. Philadelphia, PA: MacLennan & Petty.
• Sandall, S.R., & Schwartz, I.S. (2002). Building blocks for teaching preschoolers with special needs. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company
• Schopler, E., Van Bourgondien, M.E., & Bristol, M.M. (Eds.). (1994). Preschool issues in autism. NY, NY: Plenum Press.
• Siegel, B. (1996). The world of the autistic child: Understand and treating autistic spectrum disorders. NY, NY: Oxford University Press.
• Trevarthen, C., Aitken, K., Papoudi, D., & Robarts, J. (1998). Children with autism: Diagnosis and intervention to meet their needs (2nd ed.). London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
• Wolfberg, P.J. (1999). Play and imagination in children with autism. NY, NY: Teachers College Press.