Effective early intervention doesna t stop when the provider leaves the familya s home. Thata s why every interventionist needs this practical sourcebook, packed with research-based strategies for helping parents and caregivers take a consistent, active role in supporting young childrena s development. Targeting 80 skills in 6 key developmental domains for children birth to three, this reader-friendly guide gives professionals dozens of ready-to-use ideas for helping families and caregivers embed learning opportunities in their everyday routines. Early interventionists will turn to this book again and again for strategies that enhance child development, strengthen attachment, and help children with developmental delays participate fully in family life.

EMPOWER FAMILIES TO

• Work on IFSP goals during commonly occurring routines and activities, such as grocery shopping, riding in the car, or looking at books
• Understand child development and establish appropriate expectations for their child
• Support skills critical to promoting developmental growth and participation in family and community activities
• Transform everyday materials and routines into powerful new learning opportunities
• Give children multiple opportunities to practice and reinforce new skills throughout the day

Support 6 key areas of skill development:

• Behavior Regulation and Social
• Cognitive and Receptive Language
• Expressive Language
• Gross Motor
• Fine Motor
• Self-care/Adaptive

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Twelve detailed charts show clear examples of how to use familiar daily routines to boost development across domains.

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Children with autism often don't get a diagnosis in their first few years of life - but if a very young child is exhibiting red flags, what should professionals and parents do in the meantime? This book has accessible, real-world solutions for use with children birth to three, with or without an autism diagnosis. A follow-up to the bestselling Early Intervention Every Day!, this practical guide is packed with simple, highly effective suggestions for strengthening critical skills during daily routines, from dressing in the morning to getting ready for bed. Early interventionists and other professionals will learn how to coach families in weaving these activities into everyday life with their child, so that intervention continues long after the professional goes home. Discover how to: Recognize red flags for autism spectrum disorder Help children build a foundation for learning to interact, communicate, and participate in routines Strengthen skills that are especially challenging for children with autism, such as regulation, flexibility, and social communication Support families on the journey from pursuing a diagnosis to accessing services Implement concepts and teaching strategies based on applied behavior analysis (ABA) Address common challenges that occur during daily routines and activities Monitor progress to ensure that the strategies are helping children reach their IFSP goals Promote children's participation across settings: in homes, preschools, and other community settings Practical Materials: A downloadable Reinforcer Survey that helps determine specific ways to motivate a young child, tables that assist with problem-solving in order to identify possible reasons for challenging behaviors, and vignettes and case stories that illustrate effective intervention techniques.