About the Authors Foreword Mary Louise Hemmeter Acknowledgments Section I Using the Building Blocks Framework Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Evidence-Based Practice and the Building Blocks Framework Chapter 3 Keys to Collaboration Chapter 4 Getting Started Section II Teaching Strategies Chapter 5 Curriculum Modifications Curriculum Modifications by Type Curriculum Modifications by Activity and Routine Chapter 6 Embedded Learning Opportunities Chapter 7 Child-Focused Instructional Strategies Section III Important Topics Related to the Building Blocks Framework Chapter 8 Becoming More Independent Chapter 9 Acquiring and Using Knowledge: Literacy and STEAM Chapter 10 Friendships and Social Relationships Chapter 11 Developmentally Appropriate Classroom Behavior Chapter 12 Concluding Thoughts References Appendix A Blank Forms Quality Classroom Assessment Form Classroom Action Worksheet Child Assessment Worksheet Planning Worksheet: Section I Planning Worksheet: Section II Child Activity Matrix Classroom Activity Matrix Evaluation Worksheet ELO-at-a-Glance Instruction-at-a-Glance Checklist for Important Elements for Supporting Early Literacy Appendix B Additional Resources Index
The third edition of Building Blocks provides readers with a framework for successful and meaningful inclusion of preschoolers with special needs. Like the first two editions, the third edition offers teachers effective, research-based instructional practices to promote learning in inclusive classrooms. The authors have updated existing content and added new content to reflect current thinking in the field.