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Children with Disabilities

Trusted for four decades by university faculty and relied on by thousands of professionals from diverse fields, Children with Disabilities is the gold-standard text on working effectively with children and families. Now this authoritative resource is in its eighth edition, enhanced with new chapters on critical topics, the latest evidence-based practices , updated instructor materials , and guidance on working with a wide range of professionals to address every aspect of child health and well-being.
Spearheaded by senior editor Mark Batshaw, M.D., Chief Academic Officer at Children's National Health System, this new edition is an unparalleled compendium of information about developmental, clinical, family, education, and intervention issues, from birth through adolescence. Every chapter has been meticulously peer-reviewed, and content has been updated throughout to reflect important new research and developments in diverse fields. Comprehensive coverage of contemporary issues makes this volume an indispensable reference for practicing professionals, and the student-friendly features and multimedia instructor materials make it the ultimate textbook for courses on disability.
A treasury of essential knowledge from a who's who of today's leading experts and innovators, Children with Disabilities is a cornerstone resource that professionals will use year after year to support their important work and ensure that every child and family thrives.
WHAT'S NEW

STUDENT-FRIENDLY Students will benefit from chapter overviews, a helpful glossary, case studies that bring key concepts to life, thought questions, a test bank with more than 200 questions for faculty members, resource lists for further reading, and 200+ downloadable illustrations. And with the complete package of multimedia instructor materials, instructors will use this textbook effectively in their courses and prepare students for years of successful practice.

1000 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1986

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August 10, 2010
An excellent resource for anyone working with individuals with disabilities. A great place to begin your research about any disability, although I wouldn't stick just to this text.

Mark L. Batshaw is an M.D. and is currently the Chief Academic Officer for Children's National Medical Center.

This book contains a good deal of medical terminology, so it is not for the unfamiliar reader. If you're new to the world of disabilities/special education, I would recommend his other book, "When Your Child Has a Disability."

Profile Image for Maki.
972 reviews
July 10, 2017
I loved learning through this book when I was in College, such a fascinating medical read.
Profile Image for Elizabeth Webber.
112 reviews8 followers
October 8, 2013
This was one of the textbooks I keep at my desk that I have from graduate school. It is very helpful when I am seeking refreshers about specific disorders or general problems like feeding. I use it often when coworkers or employees come to me with specific questions. Batshaw is able to explain things much more succinctly than I ever will.
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8,702 reviews141 followers
July 24, 2011
A book required for college courses on education. looking at the technical side of children's disabilities.
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