Books and chapters about school and community inclusion for educators and parents.

Allen, K. E., & Schwartz, I. S. (2001). The exceptional child: inclusion in early childhood education. Albany, NY: Delmar - Thompson Learning.  

Blaska, J. K. (2003). Using children's literature to learn about disabilities and illness: for parents and professionals working with young children. (2nd ed.). Troy, NY: Educator's International Press.

Cook, R. E., Tessier, A., & Klein, M. D. (2000). Adapting early childhood curricula for children in inclusive settings. (5^th ed.)Upper Saddle River, NJ: Merrill Prentice Hall.  

Fisher, D., Frey, N. & Sax, C. (2004). Inclusive elementary schools: recipes for success. (2nd ed.). Colorado Springs, CO: PEAK Parent Center, Inc.

Friend, M. & Bursuck, W. D. (2002). Including students with special needs: a practical guide for classroom teachers. (3^rd ed.). Boston: Allyn and Bacon.  

Gould, P. & Sullivan, J. (1999). The Inclusive Early Childhood Classroom: Easy Ways to Adapt Learning Centers for All Children. Highland Park, NJ: Gryphon Press.

Guralnick, M. J. (Ed.). (2001). Early childhood inclusion: focus on change. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.

Klein, M. D.,  Cook, R.E., & Richardson-Gibbs, A. M. (2002). Strategies for including children with special needs in early childhood settings. Albany, NY: Delmar - Thompson Learning.

Kluth, P. (2003). You’re going to love this kid. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.  

Koegel, R. L. & Koegel, L. K. (1998). Teaching children with autism: strategies for initiating positive interactions and improving learning opportunities. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.  

McPhee, N. H. (1996). Sensitivity and awareness: a guide for developing understanding among children. Hollidaysburg, PA: Jason & Nordic Publishers.

Meyer, L. H., Park, H.S., Grenot-Scheyer, M., Schwartz, I. S. & Harry, B. (Eds.). (1998). Making friends: the influences of culture and development. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.

Noonan, M. J. & McCormick, L. (2006). Young children with disabilities in natural environments: methods & procedures. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.

Odom, S. L. (Ed.). (2002). Widening the circle: including children with disabilities in preschool programs. New York: Teachers College Press.

Pianta, R.C. & Kraft-Sayre, M. (2003). Successful kindergarten transition: your guide to connecting children, families, and schools. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.  

Putnam, J. (1998). Cooperative learning and strategies for inclusion: celebrating diversity in the classroom. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing.  

Rappaport Morris, L. & Schulz, L. (1989). Creative play activities for children with disabilities: a resource book for teachers and parents. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers.

Ryndak, D. L., & Fisher, D. (Eds.). (2003). The foundations of inclusive education – a compendium of articles on effective strategies to achieve inclusive education.  Baltimore, MD: TASH.  

Sapon-Shevin, M., Ayres, B. J. & Duncan, J. (2002). Cooperative learning and inclusion. In Thousand, J. S. , Villa, R. A. & Nevin, A. I. (Eds.). Creativity and collaborative learning: the practical guide to empowering students, teachers, and families. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing. 

Schaffner, C. B., & Buswell, B.E. (1992). Connecting students: a guide to thoughtful friendship facilitation for educators & families. Colorado Springs, CO: PEAK Parent Center, Inc.

Siperstein, G. N., & Rickards, E. P. (2004). Promoting social success: a curriculum for children with special needs. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing. 

Smith, T.E., Polloway, E., Patton, J.R., & Dowdy, C. A. (2004). Teaching students with special needs in inclusive settings. (4th ed.). Boston: Pearson, Allyn and Bacon.

Snell, M. E., & Janney, R. (2000). Social relationships and peer supports. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing. 

Snow, K. (2001). Disability is natural. Woodland Park, CO: BraveHeart Press.  

Staub, D. (1998). Delicate threads: friendships between children with and without special needs in inclusive settings. Bethesda, MD: Woodbine House.

Strong, T. & LeFevre, D. (1996). Parachute games. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics Publishers.

Van der Klift, E. & Kunc, N. (2002). Beyond benevolence: supporting genuine friendship in inclusive schools. In Thousand, J. S. , Villa, R. A. & Nevin, A. I. (Eds.). Creativity and collaborative learning: the practical guide to empowering students, teachers, and families. Baltimore, MD: Paul H. Brookes Publishing. 

Villa, R. A. & Thousand, J. S. (Eds.). (1995). Creating an inclusive school. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. 

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