Children With Visual Impairments: A Parents’ Guide

This is the newly expanded and updated edition of the compassionate and practical guide for parents of children with visual impairment. Written by a team of professionals and parent-experts, the 2nd edition offers families up-to-date information and reassuring advice on everything from diagnosis to educational technology, daily living to mobility, and emotional coping to literacy. Edited by one of the leading experts in the field of visual impairment, Children with Visual Impairments is the most comprehensive reference of its kind. The 2nd edition includes new information on the “Core Curriculum” – recommended areas of learning for children and adults who are blind or visually impaired – more information on technology, and updated information on legal rights, federal benefits, and special education rights. New chapter authors provide a fresh perspective on family life, real-life anecdotes, and coping strategies. The resource section, reading list and parents statements (parent insights included at the end of each chapter) are all updated. Praise for the first edition: “ Essential for parenting and special needs collections.” — Library Journal “ Loaded with instructive guidance and concrete support, this fine resource offers a great deal of information and reassurance to parents.” — Booklist

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Woodbine House
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 20, 2006
Edition ‏ : ‎ 2nd
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 434 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1890627402
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1890627409
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.14 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
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