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*Needed resource from award-winning authors and the developers of the Early Start Denver Model, an evidence-based treatment used worldwide. *Effective—studies show that learning in natural settings can support early social and communication development. *A highly practical approach to helping parents incorporate key learning experiences into daily routines. *Complete with examples and downloadable forms, including the P-ESDM Infant–Toddler Curriculum Checklist (ideal for telehealth). *Broad audience includes mental health clinicians, early and special educators, speech–language pathologists, occupational therapists, and pediatricians. *Perfect trio, joining: Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism, 9781606236314, for professionals, and An Early Start for Your Child with Autism, 9781609184704, for parents.

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A growing body of evidence supports the benefits of high-quality parent interventions for building social and communication skills in 0- to 5-year-olds with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). How can clinicians coach parents to effectively incorporate learning opportunities into daily routines at home? From preeminent experts, this practical book explores the role of the coach and reviews the "whats," "whys," and "how-tos" of successful collaboration with parents. Topics include structuring coaching sessions, identifying children's needs, facilitating playful engagement, and deepening parents' understanding of how they can boost skills development during everyday activities. Seventeen reproducible handouts and forms include the multipage P-ESDM Infant–Toddler Curriculum Checklist, ideal for use in telehealth assessments. Purchasers get access to a webpage where they can download and print the reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

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