2014 Spring Education Catalog by Brookes Publishing Co.

SPRING 2014

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K12

Education

Professional books and curricula to help all students succeed

OPEN FOR 130+ TITLES!

CONTENTS SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION . . . . . . . 3 UDL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Co-Teaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Classroom Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IEPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disability References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inclusion Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AUTISM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Paula Kluth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 SCERTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Interventions & Supports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Academic Skills & Social Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

BEHAVIOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY / MENTAL HEALTH . . 21

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LEARNING DIFFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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READING AND LITERACY . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Early Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Pre-K–3 Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Elementary Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Vocabulary/Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adolescent Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

MATH AND SCIENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT . . . . . . . . 34 CLASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 TPRI & Tejas LEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 NSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Alternate Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

TRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT . . . . . . . 39 ADMINISTRATOR RESOURCES . . . . . . . . . 45 FOR FACULTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Reading & Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Inclusion & Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

SCHOOL SLPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 ORDER FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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We’re here to help you. And we’re always looking for the best ways to do it—especially in this new era, as your job becomes more complex and challenging. So we’ve done a lot of listening this year. We’ve met some of you on Twitter and Facebook. We’ve talked to you at conferences; we’ve read your passionate, thoughtprovoking blog posts. And you’ve told us what today’s teachers, administrators, and school SLPs are up against. You’ve talked about the questions that keep you up at night—and we’ve published books with some of the answers you need. On the next page, you’ll find a handy chart with some of the questions we’ve heard this year from your colleagues, and how our latest resources can help. We know a single book—or even a pile of them—won’t solve all your challenges. But little by little, they’ll help make things easier, just like the best teachers do for their students.

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Our newest books answer your most pressing questions

“How do we. . .?” . . . make inclusion a whole-school approach, not an event?

. . . bridge the gap between Common Core ideals and day-to-day classroom implementation?

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. . . use RTI to make sure all students get what they need?

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. . . put UDL to work, when we’re already so busy?

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. . . reduce challenging behavior, so we can keep the focus on learning?

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. . . help get students with disabilities ready for college and careers?

. . . use technology to open new possibilities to students?

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Planning and Teaching Using Universal Design for Learning

NEW

By Loui Lord Nelson, Ph.D.

“Like having a friendly conversation with your own personal UDL mentor.”—Katie Novak, Ed.D., Reading Coordinator/Title I Director/ELL Director, Chelmsford Public Schools, MA

“Informative, approachable, and tangible . . . will be, without question, the go-to UDL book for classroom teachers!”—Azure D.S. Angelov, Ph.D., University of Indianapolis “An excellent analysis of the core UDL principles, guidelines, and checkpoints, with multiple examples of how these are applied.”—Fran Smith, Ed.D., CVE, Adjunct Professor,

Get started with UDL right now! READ AN EXCERPT at http://bit.ly/NelsonUDL

George Washington University

niversal Design for Learning is the best way to teach all students effectively—but how can a busy teacher get started with UDL? Answers are in this vibrant, research-based guidebook, created by seasoned teacher and former UDL Coordinator Loui Lord Nelson. K-12 educators will learn how to use three key principles of UDL—Engagement, Representation, and Action & Expression—to present information in multiple ways and meet the needs of diverse learners.

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION | UDL

Design and Deliver

USE UDL PRINCIPLES TO HELP STUDENTS:

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sharpen executive function skills improve comprehension and information processing stay engaged during lessons and overcome distractions communicate effectively sustain effort and persistence show what they know through flexible, individualized assessment options

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Diverse examples of successfully using UDL

across grades, sample assignments and activity ideas, and helpful tips and personal reflections from teachers and administrators. $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-73503 | 2014 | 168 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-350-3 ENHANCED E-BOOK AVAILABLE—with 16 embedded video clips of teachers and administrators offering tips on key UDL topics. See www.brookespublishing.com

COMING SPRING 2014!

practical NEW UDL book from Whitney Rapp—co-author of the acclaimed Teaching Everyone. Ready to pick up and use, this exciting new guide will give you 100 easy-to-implement, highly effective strategies for teaching using Universal Design for Learning. Strongly grounded in research and theory—but practical and down-to-earth—this essential quick reference will help you reach all learners in any classroom. BE THE FIRST TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THIS BOOK! Sign up for our newsletter at www.brookespublishing.com, follow us on Twitter (@BrookesPubCo), and like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/brookespublishingco)

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Strategic Co-Teaching in Your School Using the Co-Design Model

By Richael Barger-Anderson, Ed.D., Robert S. Isherwood, Ed.D., & Joseph Merhaut, Ed.D., with invited contributors

“Clearly describes what collaborators should know and what they should do.” —Dennis D. Munk, Ed.D., Carthage College

s a school leader, you probably know about the benefits of co-teaching in inclusive classrooms—and maybe your school already puts it into practice. Now there’s a book that helps your school take collaborative teaching and learning to the next level. You’ll get a detailed, step-by-step guide to the research-based Co-Design Model, an innovative, schoolwide approach used in districts nationwide to strengthen collaboration and inclusion.

WHY THE CO-DESIGN MODEL WORKS:

Great for preservice & in-service teacher training!

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strengthens classroom management and creates a sense of community increases student engagement and reduces off-task behavior creates a powerful network of support for teachers and administrators ensures appropriate instruction in the least restrictive environment

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Discussion starter worksheets, Co-Teaching

Observation Form, sample lesson plan format, graphic organizers to aid in planning, Assembly of Site checklist, and other helpful forms.

CO-TEACHING

$39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71660 | 2013 | 232 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-166-0 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

How to Co-Teach

A Guide for General and Special Educators By Elizabeth A. Potts, Ph.D., & Lori A. Howard, Ph.D.

“Should be considered mandatory reading.” —The Midwest Book Review—Library Bookwatch

hat does good co-teaching look like in an inclusive K–12 classroom? How can general and special educators build strong, respectful, and productive partnerships? Get practical answers in this guidebook and DVD, your introduction to the key principles of developing an effective teaching partnership. DISCOVER HOW TO:

• • • • DVD

With DVD of tools & educator interviews! 4

resolve conflict • divide responsibilities • manage time • hold joint parent conferences •

improve communication plan lessons implement accommodations and more

DVD INCLUDED: Learn invaluable lessons from real-life co-teachers and

administrators as they reflect on what worked and didn’t work. Includes printable planning checklist, lesson plan organizer, sample instruction schedules, and other tools. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71691 | 2011 | 224 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback with DVD ISBN 978-1-59857-169-1

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Everything You Need to Organize, Manage, and Monitor Your Classroom

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By Cindy Golden, Ed.D.

“Everything a [teacher] needs to set up a classroom.” —Belva Collins, Ed.D., University of Kentucky

verwhelmed special educators: Reduce your stress and support student success with this practical toolkit for whole-classroom organization. A lifesaver for K–12 special educators, this book-and-CD set has the tips, tricks, and strategies you need to expertly manage everything, from schedules and paperwork to student supports and behavior plans.

CD-ROM

HOW-TO GUIDANCE IN SIX KEY AREAS:

• and more

$39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70977 | 2012 | 240 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback w/ CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-097-7

Instructional Technology in Early Childhood By Howard P. Parette, Jr., Ed.D., & Craig Blum, Ph.D., with invited contributors

ideos, apps, SMART boards—how can you choose and use instructional technology options like these to strengthen teaching and learning in preK and kindergarten? Discover the answers with the step-by-step EXPECT ITPLAN IT-TEACH IT framework in this problem-solving guide, aligned with the NAEYC policy statement* on technology in early childhood programs.

CLASSROOM PLANNING

1. Environment. Make the most of every inch of classroom space. 2. Communication. Implement low-cost communication supports. 3. Teaching Methods and Materials. Create schedules, simplify the IEP Includes CD-ROM with process, and more. 60+ forms and tools! 4. Behavioral Systems. Organize a system that motivates students and uses • Clutter Cleaning Checklist positive reinforcement. • Environmental Planning Worksheet 5. Data and Paperwork. Slash paperwork time with a simple, logical, efficient management system. • Functional Behavior Assessment 6. Staff & Home Supports. Build strong relationships with staff and parents. • IEP and Eligibility Calendar

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION |

The Special Educator’s Toolkit

GET READY TO:

• plan instructional activities that help all children meet curriculum standards and benchmarks • integrate affordable, high-quality technology options into planned activities • use technology to enhance inclusion of children with disabilities • measure the effectiveness of technology-supported activities

Better teaching & learning through technology

PRACTICAL FEATURES: Quick-reference charts that lead teachers through

the EXPECT IT-PLAN IT-TEACH IT approach • Detailed classroom vignettes • Screenshots and photos of key technology applications • Specific examples of enhancing instruction with technology $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72452 | 2013 | 280 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-245-2 *Technology and Interactive Media as Tools in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8. A joint position statement of NAEYC & the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children’s Media, adopted January 2012.

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Choosing Outcomes and Accommodations for Children A Guide to Educational Planning for Students with Disabilities, Third Edition

By Michael F. Giangreco, Ph.D., Chigee J. Cloninger, Ph.D., & Virginia Salce Iverson, M.Ed.

“There is no better tool for planning rich, appropriate educational programs for learners who have intensive support needs.” —Roberta Schnorr, Ph.D., State University of New York at Oswego

rusted by thousands of education teams, the bestselling COACH is your key to effective educational planning for students with disabilities, from ages 3–21. A collaborative, family-centered approach, COACH gives you a step-by-step process for developing IEPs that promote inclusion and help students reach their goals.

CD-ROM

IEPs

Includes CD-ROM of helpful forms and tools!

YOUR TEAM WILL: • identify appropriate curriculum areas to assess • develop meaningful annual goals and short-term objectives for each student • determine instructional targets within the general curriculum • choose the supports students need to reach their goals • create a program-at-a-glance that keeps critical information handy PRACTICAL MATERIALS: CD-ROM of fillable forms and tools that help

Also from Michael Giangreco, co-author of COACH:

eady-to-use, real-world advice on key inclusion topics—perfect for busy K–12 teachers! Get fast and easy ideas and tips on literacy, math, positive behavior support, and much more.

Getting the Most Out of IEPs

An Educator’s Guide to the Student-Directed Approach By Colleen A. Thoma, Ph.D., & Paul Wehman, Ph.D., with invited contributors

With this how-to guide on student-directed IEPs, you’ll empower elementary and high school students to take a lead role in directing their education, advocating for support, and shaping a bright, self-determined future.

Supporting the IEP Process A Facilitator’s Guide

By Nicholas R.M. Martin, M.A.

Change conflict to consensus in IEP meetings with this practical guide to effective meeting facilitation. Packed with quickreference tools and exercises and sample dialogues that help you master what to say and how to say it. $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71141 | 2010 | 216 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback ISBN 978-1-59857-114-1

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69445 | 2010 | 288 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback ISBN 978-1-55766-944-5

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COMING SOON

Guidelines and Procedures for Schools, Third Edition Edited by Stephanie M. Porter, M.S.N., RN, Patricia Branowicki, MS, RN, NEA-BC , F.A.A.N., & Judith S. Palfrey, M.D.

ssential for every school health office, this fully illustrated reference is the ultimate guide to caring for and supporting children with special health care needs in educational settings. A comprehensive update of the classic guide school nurses trust, this authoritative book compiles the latest guidelines on working with students with special health care needs, step-bystep procedures for using today’s medical technologies, and access to more than 50 reproducible planning forms and checklists. THE LATEST ON:

With more than 100 illustrations!

• Supporting students with a wide range of special care needs • Safely and skillfully using medical technologies, including feeding tubes, insulin administration devices, baclofen pumps, oxygen, and more • Planning classrooms that are well prepared for both everyday care and medical emergencies • Creating a family-centered, child-centered health care plan • Facilitating a student’s smooth transition from the pediatric to adult health care systems

The Story of Intellectual Disability An Evolution of Meaning, Understanding, and Public Perception

NEW

Edited by Michael L. Wehmeyer, Ph.D., FAAIDD

“If you read only one book about intellectual disability this year, or any year for that matter, this should be that book.”

DISABILITY REFERENCES

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION |

Supporting Students with Special Health Care Needs

—David Braddock, Ph.D., University of Colorado School of Medicine

ccessible, engaging, and filled with contributions by the country’s most celebrated disability experts, this fascinating volume captures how intellectual disability has been understood from prehistoric times to present. Enhanced with remarkable images, including exclusive photos from the editor’s private collection of cultural artifacts, this is a must-read for anyone devoted to improving the lives of people with intellectual disability.

With fascinating photos, artifacts, and voices from people with disabilities

TOP DISABILITY EXPERTS EXPLORE:

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Early ideas about the causes of intellectual disability Evolution of the concept of intellectual disability Changing approaches to education and intervention The rise and fall of the institution system Depictions of intellectual disability in film, literature, and art The self-advocacy movement and more

$49.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69872 | 2013 | 312 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-987-2 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

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Order the whole set of handbooks. . . The Paraprofessional’s Handbook for Effective Support in Inclusive Classrooms By Julie Causton-Theoharis, Ph.D.

“A book that everyone associated with inclusive education will want to read and talk about.” —Douglas Biklen, Syracuse University

What does a great paraprofessional need to know and do? Find out in this essential guidebook, equally useful for the brand-new paraprofessional or the 20-year classroom veteran. Packed with friendly guidance, practical tips, and relatable first-person stories, this book reveals the best ways to provide effective, respectful services to students in inclusive classrooms. LEARN HOW TO:

INCLUSION STRATEGIES

The bestselling survival guide for paraprofessionals

• Provide skillful and subtle support to students while encouraging their independence • Resolve challenging behavior in gentle and positive ways • Find students’ strengths and match support practices to them • Presume competence and keep expectations high • Facilitate peer supports and friendships • Partner with teachers, SLPs, psychologists, families, and other members of the educational team • Relieve job-related stress and burnout PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Helpful question-and-answer sections, examples of successful problem-solving, a quick-guide to acronyms in education, easy ideas for improving teamwork, and more. $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68998 | 2009 | 144 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-899-8

The Principal’s Handbook for Leading Inclusive Schools By Julie Causton, Ph.D., & George Theoharis, Ph.D.

Behind every successful inclusive school is a great principal with passion, vision, and a practical plan. With so much riding on their leadership, every principal and administrator will want this how-to book: the essential guide to bringing schoolwide inclusion from theory to practice. Two renowned inclusion experts give school leaders concrete tips and strategies, first-person stories, answers to commonly asked questions, helpful checklists and forms, and more.

LEARN MORE about the books: • Get a free excerpt of all 4 handbooks from Julie Causton & her colleagues (just click the Resources tab on each book’s page on our website). • Read an insightful Q&A with Julie Causton & George Theoharis (http://bit.ly/InclusivePrincipal).

Visit www.brookespublishing.com today for more!

$26.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72988 | 2014 | 168 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-298-8

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. . .one for each member of your inclusive team!

By Julie Causton, Ph.D., & Chelsea P. Tracy-Bronson, M.A.

“I highly recommend this resource, particularly for speech-language pathologists who have recently entered a school-based setting.” —Justin McAvoy Lee, M.S., CCC-SLP

very inclusive school team needs a great SLP who supports communication skills where they’re needed most—in the classroom, as students with disabilities learn and participate alongside their peers. This is the practical, friendly guide SLPs need to go beyond pull-out services and deliver successful communication and language supports as part of an inclusive school team. STRATEGIES THAT HELP SLPs:

The Occupational Therapist’s Handbook for Inclusive School Practices

NEW

By Julie Causton, Ph.D., & Chelsea P. Tracy-Bronson, M.A.

INCLUSION STRATEGIES

• Provide effective communication and language supports within the classroom environment • Collaborate with other members of the school team • Promote higher academic achievement through communication supports • Help facilitate peer supports and friendships • Choose accommodations and modifications that improve communication and participation

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION |

The Speech-Language Pathologist’s Handbook for Inclusive School Practices NEW

great occupational therapist is a key success factor in your inclusive school—OTs are on the front lines every day, making critical decisions that help students access the curriculum and fully participate. This is the friendly, down-to-earth survival guide OTs need to deliver their important services effectively as part of an inclusive school team.

STRATEGIES THAT HELP OTs:

• Choose and use environmental, behavioral, social, and academic supports that help students succeed • Use an RTI framework to deliver appropriate levels of support • Match supports to students’ specific strengths • Avoid “the Velcro effect” and support student independence • Collaborate with other members of the school team PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Tools and checklists to help organize team meet-

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More Language Arts, Math, and Science for Students with Severe Disabilities

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Edited by Diane M. Browder, Ph.D., & Fred Spooner, Ph.D.

ow can today’s educators teach academic content to students with moderate and severe developmental disabilities—while helping all students meet Common Core State Standards? This text has answers for K-12 teachers, straight from 37 experts in special and general education. A followup to the landmark bestseller Teaching Language Arts, Math, and Science to Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities, this text prepares teachers to ensure more inclusion, more advanced academic content, and more meaningful learning for their students.

PREPARE TEACHERS TO • skillfully adapt lessons in language arts, math, and science for students

More inclusion, more content, more learning

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with disabilities align instruction with Common Core State Standards select target skills and goals differentiate instruction using appropriate supports and assistive technologies balance academic goals and functional skills assess students’ progress and make adjustments to instruction

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Detailed vignettes based on the authors’ real-life

INCLUSION STRATEGIES

Bringing ABA into Your Inclusive Classroom

A Guide to Improving Outcomes for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders By Debra Leach, Ed.D., BCBA

“A toolkit that no parent or teacher should be without.” —E. Gail Kirby, Ed.D., St. Mary’s College of California

Packed with plain-English guidance and 50 sample teaching plans, this practical K–12 guide helps you use the proven ABA approach to help kids with autism: • • • • • • • 10

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transition from class to class respond to peer initiations take turns communicate needs protest appropriately use simple sentences to make requests and much more

$29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70779 | 2010 | 176 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-077-9

Different Speeds & Different Needs How to Teach Sports to Every Kid By Gary Barber, B.H., PGCE, CBA, M.A.

“An absolute must read for anyone involved in athletic or coaching fields. Wonderful, useful tips.” —Veronica M. Moore, Ph.D., University of New Mexico

This positive, motivating book will help schools develop inclusive K–12 sports programs where all children join in the fun. • Use universal design principles to teach sports to all children • Address students’ unique strengths and challenges • Promote good sportsmanship • Change attitudes that inhibit participation $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71004 | 2010 | 272 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-100-4

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By Rachel Janney, Ph.D., & Martha E. Snell, Ph.D.

ake inclusion work in your school with these practical, researchbased guidebooks on key K–12 inclusion topics. You’ll get quick, accessible summaries of what the research says, plus field-tested techniques you can use right away to create classrooms that support and welcome all students. Photocopiable forms help you with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation procedures for students of all ability levels.

NEW

Modifying Schoolwork Third Edition

By Rachel Janney, Ph.D., & Martha E. Snell, Ph.D.

Get a clear and concrete plan for K–12 inclusion in this NEW edition of the bestselling book in the series, packed with field-tested strategies, case studies, and planning tools! WHAT’S NEW:

$32.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72933 | 2013 | 216 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-293-3

Behavioral Support By Rachel Janney, Ph.D., & Martha E. Snell, Ph.D.

Collaborative Teaming By Martha E. Snell, Ph.D., & Rachel Janney, Ph.D.

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INCLUSION STRATEGIES

• Practical guidance on implementing Universal Design for Learning • Content aligns clearly with an RTI framework • More on working with students with significant disabilities and complex learning needs • Printable planning tools that help teachers plan individualized supports and adaptations, available at www.brookespublishing.com • Helpful “focusing questions” at the start of each chapter—perfect for preservice study and teacher book club discussions • New stories from teachers and parents that spotlight real-world challenges and successes

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION |

Teachers’ Guides to Inclusive Practices

Social Relationships & Peer Support By Rachel Janney, Ph.D., & Martha E. Snell, Ph.D.

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AUTISM |

Paula Kluth helps make your school an inclusion success story!

PAULA KLUTH

One of today’s most dynamic and in-demand experts on autism and education—and a former special educator herself—Paula Kluth knows how K–12 inclusion leads to better lives and outcomes for all students. Get her must-have resources, and you’ll have ready-to-use strategies for creating responsive, engaging school experiences for students with and without autism.

“You’re Going to Love This Kid!”

A Professional Development Package for Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom By Paula Kluth, Ph.D. | A Film by Landlocked Films

“A must for staff and administrators who are serious about getting inclusion right.” —Jane Ryan, M.Ed., retired special education administrator, Chicago Public Schools

ake inclusion work with this complete professional development package that expands on lessons from Paula’s popular books and presentations. You’ll go inside real classrooms and get more than 70 minutes of invaluable strategies and insights from Paula and her colleagues. SEE FIRSTHAND HOW TEACHERS:

• Differentiate instruction • Individualize objectives • Co-teach effectively

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Facilitator’s Guide with summaries of teaching

DVD

Learn more and watch the trailer at http://bit.ly/KthVid 2011 Association of Educational Publishers Awards Finalist

• Nurture social skills through peer supports • Use positive behavior supports • and more

strategies, professional development plans, discussion questions, and forms to evaluate practices and plan supports. $129.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72049 | 2012 | 74-minute DVD in 9 x 12 folder w/ 32-page saddle-stitched booklet | ISBN 978-1-59857-204-9

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et in-depth guidance and strategies for welcoming and teaching students with autism. • Nurture friendships, plan lessons, collaborate with families, and more • Get dozens of forms, checklists, and planning tools • Includes guide with challenging discussion questions By Paula Kluth, Ph.D.

ove beyond functional literacy skills and bring high-quality, meaningful literacy instruction to K–12 students with autism. • Implement research-based practices • Plan effective lessons • Assess literacy learning By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Kelly Chandler-Olcott, Ed.D. $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68554 | 2008 | 248 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-855-4

$36.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70793 | 2010 | 368 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-079-3

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100 More Ways to Differentiate Instruction in K–12 Inclusive Classrooms

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By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Sheila Danaher, M.S.Ed.

n all-new treasure trove of ready-to-use adaptations! All teachers—especially fans of From Tutor Scripts to Talking Sticks—will love the 100 creative NEW ideas in this fully illustrated guide, perfect for meeting the learning needs of all students in inclusive classrooms. An effective, timesaving way to boost student skills in key areas such as literacy, math, organization, communication, and behavior, these teacher-tested, research-based adaptations will strengthen and energize any curriculum.

PAULA KLUTH

AUTISM |

From Text Maps to Memory Caps

100 NEW ADAPTATIONS, INCLUDING:

Download 3 FREE sample activities today! http://bit.ly/TextMaps

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Talk-o-Meters Brain Break Buckets Word Clouds Dialogue Journals Communication Kits Purposeful Puzzles

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Student-Friendly Storage Book Trailers DIY Magnetic Poetry Quick Quip Key Chains Goal Setting Cards Social Skills Slam Books and 80 more!

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SELLER 2011 Association of Educational Publishers Distinguished Achievement Award Finalist

ifferentiated instruction is simple and fun with the 100+ adaptations in this ultrapractical, fully illustrated guide. • Teacher-designed and student-tested • Creative but not labor-intensive • Cost-effective, using inexpensive materials you already have

“Powerful . . . sure to deepen relationships and enrich lives.” —Kate McGinnity, co-author, Walk Awhile in My Autism

iscover a powerful new way to think about students’ “obsessions”: as positive teaching tools that help students • Learn standards-based academic content • Develop social connections • Minimize anxiety • and much more

By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Sheila Danaher, M.S.Ed.

By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Patrick Schwarz, Ph.D.

$19.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69605 | 2008 | 160 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-960-5

illed with vibrant, uncluttered art created with children with autism in mind, this alphabet book fosters literacy using one of children’s most common fascinations—trains.

ased on the real event behind “Just Give Him the Whale!,” this illustrated book tells the simple but powerful story of a teacher incorporating a young boy’s special interest into the whole curriculum.

By Paula Kluth, Ph.D., & Victoria Kluth

Illustrated by Justin Canha

Illustrated by Brad Littlejohn

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AUTISM |

The SCERTS® Model

A Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders

BEST SN ELELW ER

SCERTS

By Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Amy M. Wetherby, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Emily Rubin, M.S., CCC-SLP, Amy C. Laurent, Ed.M., OTR/L, & Patrick J. Rydell, Ed.D., CCC-SLP

“Built on a solid research foundation and inherently sound . . . marks a critical turning point in the education of children with autism spectrum disorders.” —Carol Gray, Director, The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding

eveloped by internationally recognized experts and based on more than 2 decades of research, this groundbreaking assessment and intervention model supports the developmental progress of children with autism. With this systematic yet flexible approach, you’ll partner with families to promote children’s progress in three domains: Social Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support. Order the manual and DVD for complete implementation, and streamline your SCERTS® process with the time-saving Easy-ScoreTM CD-ROM. MANUAL (two volumes)

• Volume I: Assessment fully guides you through the SCERTS® assessment process. You’ll find specific goals and objectives for each of the three SCERTS® components; discover how to use the model in educational settings; and get a helpful, detailed listing of developmental milestones to look for. Assessment report and observation forms are included to help collect information and monitor child progress. • Volume II: Intervention gives you explicit instruction on how to help children reach their goals following assessment. Learn how to set social communication and emotional regulation goals, choose meaningful and purposeful activities, implement supports along the way, and link all three SCERTS® components during program planning. In-depth vignettes illustrate SCERTS® implementation, and forms are included to help with intervention planning.

DVD

DVD CD-ROM

100+ minutes of affordable professional development! See the SCERTS® strategies in action through clips of children with ASD and interviews with educators, parents, and other experts. EASY-SCORE™ CD-ROM

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Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders By Robert L. Koegel, Ph.D., & Lynn Kern Koegel, Ph.D.

—Glen Dunlap, Ph.D., University of South Florida & University of Nevada, Reno

his reader-friendly pocket guide is the perfect introduction to Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), the highly effective, evidence-based approach that uses natural learning opportunities to modify pivotal areas of behavior in children with autism. Pioneering autism experts Robert and Lynn Koegel speak directly to you, demystifying the popular PRT approach and clearly explaining why it leads to widespread and rapid progress for children.

PRACTICAL GUIDANCE ON:

Want to learn more about the foundations of PRT? Get this accessible, in-depth text from Robert & Lynn Koegel! See www. brookespublishing.com to order.

• • • • • •

Motivating children with natural reinforcers Reducing disruptive behavior Encouraging communication and social initiations Assessing children meaningfully in natural environments Helping families weave interventions into everyday routines and more

INTERVENTIONS & SUPPORTS

“By far the clearest, most useable, and most engaging description of PRT . . . a treasure.”

AUTISM |

The PRT Pocket Guide

The Common Sense Guide to Your Child’s Special Needs When to Worry, When to Wait, What to Do By Louis Pellegrino, M.D.

“Dr. Pellegrino has truly hit a home run with this book!” —Susan J. Moreno, President, OASIS@ MAAP, MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome

What does it mean when a child has difficulty with walking, talking, social skills, and other milestones? What are the signs it might be a disability—and what next steps can parents take? Pediatrician Louis Pellegrino gives you down-to-earth, research-based answers! • Clearly organized by key developmental milestones • Includes red flags and next steps for parents • With vivid anecdotes and jargon-busting explanations of key terms $24.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71844 | 2012 | 392 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-184-4 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

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Autism in the Family Caring and Coping Together By Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.

“Every family who receives a diagnosis of autism for their child should be given this book with a hot cup of tea and a warm blanket.” —Shana Nichols, Ph.D., author, Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum

How can parents provide the best support for their child with autism—and ensure that the whole family’s needs are met? Psychologist and father Robert Naseef answers that question with keen insight, reassuring honesty, and practical guidance. LEARN HOW TO:

• Manage stress • Guide behavior and development at every age • Navigate the complex journey to acceptance • Collaborate effectively with professionals $24.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72414 | 2013 | 288 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback ISBN 978-1-59857-241-4 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

AUTISM |

Social Skills and Adaptive Behavior in Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders Edited by Peter F. Gerhardt, Ed.D., & Daniel Crimmins, Ph.D.

ACADEMIC SKILLS & SOCIAL SKILLS

romoting better social skills and behavior is a top priority for anyone who works with learners with autism—but which practices really improve outcomes? Find out in this cutting-edge volume, a reader-friendly synthesis of current evidence and best-practice recommendations from more than 20 of today’s top researchers in the field. THE LATEST ON:

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Promoting friendships and peer acceptance Increasing joint attention Implementing schoolwide positive behavior support Assessing social skills with evidence-based methods Strengthening children’s self-help skills Providing effective support for families of children with autism

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70601 | 2013 | 328 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-060-1

The Social Compass Curriculum A Story-Based Intervention Package for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

By LouAnne E. Boyd, M.A., BCBA, Christina McReynolds, Ed.S., M.S., BCBA, & Karen Chanin, M.S., PPS

Includes full-color flashcards and quick-reference poster of social compass icons!

deal for Grades 4–8 but easily adaptable for use with older children, this highly effective intervention curriculum gives educators 24 lessons that help students with autism learn critical social skills in group settings with peers. Students will learn new ways to interpret body language, build empathy, accept change, and more. • Helps students make progress in 4 key areas: nonverbal communication; emotion; social problem solving, and “we” skills for effective conversation • Field-tested over 10 years with more than 300 students • Teaches social skills with clear directions and visual supports • Gives students repeated opportunities to rehearse social skills with peers • Ensures generalization of new skills

$59.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72957 | 2013 | 192 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-295-7

By Mary Riggs Cohen, Ph.D.

By Judy Reaven, Ph.D., Audrey Blakeley-Smith, Ph.D., Shana Nichols, Ph.D., & Susan Hepburn, Ph.D.

his flexible 12-week curriculum uses social coaches to teach key social skills to young adults with autism and related disorders. Targets areas critical to success, from empathy to conversation skills.

elp children with highfunctioning autism and Asperger syndrome conquer anxiety with this effective group therapy program for children 8–14 and their parents.

$49.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70687 | 2011 | 128 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM ISBN 978-1-59857-068-7

Facilitator’s Set (1 Facilitator’s Manual; 1 Parent Workbook; 1 Child Workbook) $89.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71783 | 2011 | ISBN 978-1-59857-178-3

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An Executive Function Curriculum to Improve Flexibility for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Research Edition

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By Lynn Cannon, M.Ed., Lauren Kenworthy, Ph.D., Katie C. Alexander, M.S., OTR, Monica Adler Werner, M.A., & Laura Anthony, Ph.D.

mprove flexibility and goal-directed behavior for students with ASD—and prepare them for success in school and in life! This how-to manual gives you more than 25 proven, ready-to-use lessons that help students ages 8–11 develop these critical aspects of executive function. HELP STUDENTS WITH ASD

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handle unexpected events keep an open mind set and achieve goals ensure generalization of skills

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cope with frustration navigate disagreements learn how to compromise and more

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Clear instructions, materials lists, Teacher Intervention Tips, and modifications, plus CD-ROM with printable game cards, worksheets, and handouts. CD-ROM

$44.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72032 | 2011 | 256 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-203-2

Technology Tools for Students with Autism

ACADEMIC SKILLS & SOCIAL SKILLS

AUTISM |

Unstuck & On Target!

NEW

Innovations that Enhance Independence and Learning Edited by Katharina I. Boser, Ph.D., Matthew S. Goodwin, Ph.D., & Sarah C. Wayland, Ph.D.

echnology holds great promise for helping students with autism learn, communicate, and function effectively in the modern world. Start leveraging that power today with this forward-thinking book, your in-depth guided tour of technologies that support learners with autism and help them fully participate in their classroom and community. You’ll learn about readily available technologies you can use right now—from apps to video modeling—and explore next-wave innovations that will help shape the future of autism intervention. DISCOVER TECHNOLOGIES THAT HELP

Explore the benefits of technologies like • • • • • •

educational apps video modeling language processing software customized digital stories element cue supports and more

• support the overall learning of children on the autism spectrum • teach social skills and support emotion regulation through independent data collection • develop executive function strategies and improve flexibility, memory, and transitions • boost literacy and language skills • support young adults’ transition to the workplace • make data collection and program evaluation more effective and efficient • strengthen teacher training programs • enhance use of evidence-based practices $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72629 | 2014 | 352 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-262-9 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

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BEHAVIOR

The Self-Assessment and Program Review for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SAPR-PBIS™) Manual & Tool

By Bridget Walker, Ph.D., & Douglas Cheney, Ph.D.

“Brings together all the pieces of the puzzle to implement an effective school-wide positive behavior interventions and supports system.” —Donald Kincaid, Ed.D., University of South Florida

A Find out if your school’s PBIS practices are working SAPR-PBIS™ At A Glance • Grade range: K–12 • Areas screened: 10 building blocks of PBIS, including developing schoolwide expectations, conducting academic and social screening, and building partnerships with families • Time to complete: 30 minutes for individual self-assessment forms; 60–90 minutes for team form • Scores provided: Overall ratings in 10 key areas to identify 3 or more priorities for improvement • Criterion-referenced? Yes • Components: Manual and tool

ssess the effectiveness of a whole school’s PBIS efforts—without any need for an outside evaluator. With the valid and reliable SAPRPBIS™ K–12 tool and the step-by-step manual, your school team can be confident that you’re implementing PBIS practices that really improve students’ social and academic success. SAPR-PBIS™ is the most efficient, comprehensive way to compare your current PBIS efforts with evidence-based practices and benchmarks. Six to ten team members from your school fill out individual self-assessments, rating themselves on key building blocks of successful PBIS. Then your whole team comes together to discuss results, set clear goals for improvement, and assess progress. GET THE DATA YOU NEED TO:

• • • • • •

Strengthen all three tiers of schoolwide PBIS Link assessment results with evidence-based action items Boost teamwork and build consensus Track progress toward your PBIS goals Troubleshoot stalled progress toward goals Reduce time spent managing behavior issues

SAPR-PBIS

is a trademark of the University of Washington.

Positive Strategies for Students with Behavior Problems By Daniel Crimmins, Ph.D., Anne F. Farrell, Ph.D., Philip W. Smith, Ph.D., & Alison Bailey, M.S.Ed.

“Written as a well-crafted lesson plan—easily understood and followed.”—Support for Families of Children with Disabilities Get complete guidance on both parts of the field-tested, nonaversive Positive Strategies method: Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans that prevent and replace problem behaviors. A highly effective approach for students with challenging behavior that can’t be resolved through either traditional disciplinary approaches or schoolwide PBIS. $32.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68783 | 2007 | 240 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-878-3

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NEW

Second Edition

By Tim Knoster, Ed.D.

eachers give the highest marks to this bestselling classroom management guide—and now it’s better than ever! Developed by behavior expert and former teacher Tim Knoster, this new edition is filled with time-efficient, research-based strategies for increasing desired behavior in today’s K–12 classrooms. The second edition weaves in timely NEW guidance for teachers implementing multi-tiered systems of support in tandem with positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), though it’s still a great resource for teachers in more traditional school settings.

BEHAVIOR

The Teacher’s Pocket Guide for Effective Classroom Management

HOW-TO STRATEGIES THAT HELP TEACHERS

Now with NEW guidance on RTI and PBIS!

• • • • • •

Successfully use multi-tiered systems of positive behavior support Decode the motives behind students’ behavior Establish and reinforce clear expectations for behavior in the classroom Skillfully redirect inappropriate student behavior Apply proven Tier 2 RTI strategies with students who require supports Use individualized, intensive Tier 3 strategies with students who pose special challenges

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Helpful tip sheets and classroom management

Recognize and Respond to Emotional and Behavioral Issues in the Classroom A Teacher’s Guide

By Andrew Jonathan Cole, Psy.D., & Aaron M. Shupp, Psy.D.

“Remarkably useful . . . Every teacher should have this book!” —V. Mark Durand, Ph.D., University of South Florida St. Petersburg

s a teacher, you’re often the first to identify a child’s emotional and behavioral issues—but how can you start helping? This quick-guide puts key psychological principles and classroom-ready strategies at your fingertips, so you can support K–12 students with and without a specific diagnosis. HELP STUDENTS OVERCOME

Fast help for challenging behavior

• • • • • •

bullying—both verbal and physical poor concentration and impulsive behavior trouble fitting in with peers aggressive behavior struggles with social cues and more

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Case studies, quick profiles of emotional and behavioral issues, guidelines on when to seek further consultation, and helpful forms and handouts—also available online for easy emailing to families! $19.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72230 | 2012 | 136 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-223-0 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

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BEHAVIOR

Prevent-TeachReinforce

BEST SELLER

The School-Based Model of Individualized Positive Behavior Support

Transforming Behavior Training Parents and Kids Together

By Mary N. Cook, M.D.,

By Glen Dunlap, Ph.D., Rose Iovannone, Ph.D., Donald Kincaid, Ed.D., Kelly Wilson, Kathy Christiansen, Phillip Strain, Ph.D., & Carie English, Ph.D.

with invited contributors

Proven to reduce K–8 behavior CD-ROM problems and increase academic engagement, the PTR model was developed by some of the most respected authorities on positive behavior support. This book takes you through the 5 explicit steps of the PTR model: team building, goal setting and data collection, assessment, intervention, and evaluation. And the included CD-ROM gives you all the printable forms and tools needed to implement PTR, such as Behavior Support Plan templates and a Functional Behavioral Assessment.

For use with children 8–12 and CD-ROM their parents, this proven, flexible, and cost-effective group therapy program is the perfect way to address challenging behavior and social skills.

$49.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70151 | 2010 | 152 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-015-1

ALSO AVAILABLE— PTR for young children

Includes CD-ROM of worksheets, quizzes, sample scenarios, and handouts!

• Target the social skills children need to succeed • Work with children and parents concurrently for lasting change • Low-cost way to improve access to critical mental health services • Highly structured and explicit—ensures consistency over time and across facilitators • Flexible, adaptable modules meet the specific needs of individual families $69.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72162 | 2012 | 384 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-216-2

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Optimistic Parenting Hope and Help for You and Your Challenging Child By V. Mark Durand, Ph.D.

Winner, Pewter Medal, Gold Ink Awards, 2011 Winner, USA “Best Books 2011” Award

Parenting with Positive Behavior Support A Practical Guide to Resolving Your Child’s Difficult Behavior

By Meme Hieneman, Ph.D., Karen Childs, M.A., & Jane Sergay, M.Ed.

BEST SELLER

This groundbreaking guide helps parents of children with challenging behavior develop more positive thoughts and perceptions—a key ingredient of confident parenting and behavior management.

“Parents, get this book and enrich the life of your family!”

• Reduce stress and increase family harmony • Interrupt and replace negative thoughts • Apply effective short-and long-term behavior interventions • Address common problem areas, such as sleep and transitions

Share these concrete strategies with parents, and show them how to transform family life with positive behavior interventions and supports. This trusted bestseller gives you practical guidance, exercises, worksheets, and chapter-long case studies on:

$26.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70526 | 2011 | 336 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback ISBN 978-1-59857-052-6

—Edward Carr, Ph.D., State University of New York

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By Terry J. Tibbetts, Ph.D., J.D.

“Highly needed . . . a valuable training tool for instructors and a resource for practitioners.” —Ashli Tyre, Ed.D., NCSP, Seattle University

chool psychologists: Get the clear information, practical guidance, and upto-date research you need to accurately identify, assess, and support students with emotional disturbance. This essential resource clarifies what constitutes emotional disturbance in educational settings, how it differs from the clinical definition, and how to assess and intervene effectively so students thrive.

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• Differentiate social maladjustment from emotional disturbance (includes clear coverage of the exclusionary clause) • Determine eligibility for the “emotional disturbance” identification • Meet the legal requirements for assessment procedures • Understand the RTI model as it relates to behavioral and emotional issues • Help ensure meaningful individualized educational programs for students • Help teachers develop classroom supports that address the needs of students with emotional disturbance $44.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72711 | 2013 | 200 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-271-1 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

The Grieving Student A Teacher’s Guide

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY / MENTAL HEALTH

Identifying & Assessing Students with Emotional Disturbance

By David J. Schonfeld, M.D., & Marcia Quackenbush, M.S., MFT, CHES

“If there were just one book I would recommend to the teachers of my children, this absolutely would be it.” —Therese A. Rando, Ph.D., BCETS, BCBT, The Institute for the Study and Treatment of Loss, Warwick, Rhode Island; author, Treatment of Complicated Mourning

eath and grief will affect the lives of almost all students at some point, often leading to struggles with academics, social relationships, and behavior. Teachers can be a critical lifeline for a grieving child—and now they have a practical guidebook to help them provide sensitive support to students of all ages. David J. Schonfeld, a veteran consultant to school crisis teams, partners with family therapist Marcia Quackenbush to give teachers sensitive, positive ways to help the grieving student. (Reader’s guide included—perfect for teacher study groups!)

DISCOVER HOW TO:

Sensitive, practical guidance from the go-to expert on school crisis

• • • • • • •

explain the major concepts of death in age-appropriate ways respond constructively to children’s feelings and behaviors initiate and maintain positive, helpful communication learn what to say and what not to say when a child or family is grieving help a child who is “stuck” in a difficult phase of grief provide ongoing assistance when triggers of grief renew a child’s sense of loss notify and support students after a death that affects the whole school community

$29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71165 | 2010 | 208 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-116-5

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SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY / MENTAL HEALTH

Strong Kids

BEST

A Social & Emotional Learning Curriculum

SELLER S

Strong Start—Grades K–2, by Kenneth W. Merrell, Ph.D., Danielle M. Parisi, & Sara A. Whitcomb Strong Kids—Grades 3–5 and Grades 6–8; Strong Teens—Grades 9–12, by Kenneth W. Merrell, Ph.D., with assistance from Dianna Carrizales, Laura Feuer-

born, Barbara A. Gueldner, & Oanh K. Tran

each social-emotional competence—the foundation of school and social success—with the Strong Kids curricula! It’s the fun and easy way to help your students develop the social-emotional skills they need to succeed: managing anger, relieving stress, and much more. Each curriculum is

• Easy to implement right away, no training required • Evidence-based—proven to help increase students’ knowledge of healthy behavior • Brief enough to use with any program—lessons are just 30 minutes each • Low-cost and low-tech Each book—$36.95 | 2007 | 8 ½ x 11 | 192 pages with CD-ROM Grades K–2—Stock #: 14102P-69292 | ISBN 978-1-55766-929-2 Grades 3–5—Stock #: 14102P-69308 | ISBN 978-1-55766-930-8 Grades 6–8—Stock #: 14102P-69315 | ISBN 978-1-55766-931-5 Grades 9–12—Stock #: 14102P-69322 | ISBN 978-1-55766-932-2 Pre-K also available—$36.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69889 | ISBN 978-1-55766-988-9 | 2009 | 160 pages

CD-ROMS

ADAPTABLE SCRIPTS

CREATIVE CLASS ACTIVITIES

WORKSHEETS & HANDOUTS— PRINTABLE FROM CD-ROM

Improving Emotional & Behavioral Outcomes for LGBT Youth A Guide for Professionals

Edited by Sylvia K. Fisher, Ph.D., Jeffrey M. Poirier, M.A., PMP, & Gary M. Blau, Ph.D.

Blending research-based knowledge and recommended practices, this book provides a road map to mental health practices, interventions, and policies that make a positive difference for LGBT youth and their families. • Reduce the impact of bullying, family rejection, and other risk factors • Provide culturally and linguistically responsive services and supports • Help lower the incidence of suicide-related and self-harming behavior • Develop interventions that foster resilience $44.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70823 | 2012 | 344 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-082-3

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Practical Strategies for Improving Performance and Enhancing Skills for All Students By Christopher Kaufman, Ph.D.

“Wonderful! Truly a research-to-practice book that all teachers can use.” —Dr. Joan Mele-McCarthy, CCC-SLP, Head of School, The Summit School, Edgewater, Maryland

nhance executive function skills for K–12 students with this practical teacher’s guide, filled with memorable metaphors, examples, crystalclear explanations of brain functioning, and explicit, research-based guidance. A great way to help students with and without learning disabilities develop critical skills, including organization, time management, and impulse control.

LEARNING DIFFERENCES

Executive Function in the Classroom

LEARN HOW TO:

Practical guide to better executive function

• Assess executive function to pinpoint students’ strengths and weaknesses • Adapt instruction and classroom structure to enhance students’ executive skills • Promote students’ executive function skills in academic subjects: reading, math, and writing • Coach students in the skills they need to plan, organize, and complete assignments PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Forms, templates, organizers, and checklists to help students with specific executive skills. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70946 | 2010 | 280 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-094-6

Helping Children Learn

Learning Disabilities and Challenging Behaviors

Intervention Handouts for Use in School and at Home, Second Edition

A Guide to Intervention and Classroom Management, Second Edition

By Jack Naglieri, Ph.D., & Eric B. Pickering, Ph.D., with Spanish handouts by Tulio Otero, Ph.D., & Mary Moreno, Ph.D.

“Exceptional . . . delivers on the goal of connecting assessment with intervention.”

By Nancy Mather, Ph.D., & Sam Goldstein, Ph.D.

CD-ROM

—Alan S. Kaufman, Ph.D., Yale University Child Study Center

More than 75 intervention handouts give you proven approaches to solving students’ academic challenges in elementary through high school.

“Rich content and resources . . . a must read!” —Perspectives on Language and Literacy

Use the popular and effective Building Blocks model to support K–12 students with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges.

• A perfect fit with RTI • Great for school use and for sharing with parents • With Spanish translations of key handouts

• Target 10 key factors related to school success • Pinpoint student strengths and needs with detailed questionnaire • Apply practical strategies that improve student outcomes

$39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69988 | 2010 | 176 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-55766-998-8

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LEARNING DIFFERENCES

LESSON PLANS

Teaching Students with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Lessons from Teaching and Science

Helping Students with Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Make Connections

Differentiated Instruction Lesson Plans in Reading and Writing By Virginia W. Berninger, Ph.D., & Beverly J. Wolf, M.Ed.

TEXTBOOK

“A powerful road map for working with children with dyslexia and dysgraphia.” —Steve Graham, Ed.D., Vanderbilt University

rovide effective differentiated instruction—and improve literacy outcomes—for students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and oral and written language learning disability (OWL LD). Virginia Berninger, a seasoned researcher and former teacher, partners with veteran teacher trainer Beverly Wolf for a one-of-a-kind textbook and lesson plans that help you meet all students’ needs in creative, engaging ways. • The textbook gives you the research-based guidance you need to improve every aspect of students’ literacy and organize classrooms, routines, and lessons that help students learn. • The lesson plan book gives you a whole school year of proven, step-bystep lessons for Grades 4–6, complete with photocopiable worksheets and adaptable sample scripts.

Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills Third Edition

BEST

SELLER S

Textbook edited by Judith R. Birsh, Ed.D. Activity book (revised edition) by Suzanne Carreker, Ph.D., & Judith R. Birsh, Ed.D. TEXTBOOK

“The best and most complete source of information . . . on the science of reading!” —Rebecca H. Felton, Ph.D., Reading Consultant

ACTIVITY BOOK

eliver high-quality multisensory instruction with this bestselling text and activity book, your keys to better outcomes for students with learning disabilities and their peers. • The comprehensive textbook—adopted in colleges and universities across the country—shows how and why specific multisensory approaches work in elementary through high school and covers hot topics like executive function, fluency, and adolescent literacy. • With the companion activity book, you’ll practice multisensory teaching strategies with 100 activities that cover all the areas in the text. CATALOG SPECIAL! Save on the Textbook and Activity Book | $98.95 | Stock #: 14102P-S1011 TEXTBOOK—$79.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70939 | 2011 | 816 pages | 7 x 10 | hardcover | ISBN 978-1-59857-093-9 ACTIVITY BOOK—$29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72094 | 2011 | 216 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-209-4

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A Classroom Curriculum By Marilyn Jager Adams, Ph.D.

FREE CLASSROOM MATERIALS http://bit.ly/ABCfoundations

(Picture & game cards, activity sheets, and more—click the Resources tab)

oung children’s knowledge of let• Alphabet Game Cards ter names and sounds is the best • Alphabet Strips predictor of their reading and spelling • Uppercase & Lowercase success. Answer the call for effective Letter Writing Activity Sheets alphabet instruction with this playful, highly engaging curriculum supplement • Consonant Sound Game from renowned reading expert Marilyn Sheets Jager Adams! Great for kids in preschool • Checkup assessments to through kindergarten (and primary-grade help you target instruction students who need help with alphabet basics), this book gives you 56 lessons that help children recognize and write each letter in both upper- and lowercase forms and know the primary sound each letter represents. Why Use ABC Foundations for Young Children?

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Aligns with Common Core State Standards Complements any curriculum in early literacy Provides full lesson support—no extra training required Fun, fast, hands-on activities keep the whole class engaged Reflects the latest research on how kids learn best Requires no expensive materials or technologies Ideal companion to Phonemic Awareness in Young Children

$34.95 | Stock#: 14102P-72759 | 2013 | 360 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | spiral-bound | ISBN 978-1-59857-275-9

Lift-Off for Early Literacy

Phonemic Awareness in Young Children

Directed Reading Opportunities for Struggling Students

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A Classroom Curriculum By Marilyn Jager Adams, Ph.D., Barbara R. Foorman, Ph.D., Ingvar Lundberg, Ph.D., & Terri Beeler, Ed.D.

By Charlene Iannone-Campbell, M.A., C.A.S.E., NBCT, & Susan Lloyd Lattimore, Ed.M., M.S.

“One of the best [curricula] I have seen in 25 years of teaching primary children.”

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READING AND LITERACY |

ABC Foundations for Young Children

CD-ROM

—Doug Potts, kindergarten teacher, Colton, California

Created by teachers for teachers, this is the evidencebased curriculum you need to start Tier 2 RTI in preschool. • Proven effective in follow-up studies of achievement tests • Use with your own curriculum—just 20–30 minutes a day • Includes verbatim, step-by-step scripts to help you replicate lessons $44.95 | Stock#: 14102P-70991 | 2011 | 416 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-099-1

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“Research-based theory translated into field-tested materials.” —American Educator

Join the hundreds of thousands of teachers nationwide who rely on this bestselling curriculum to strengthen preliteracy skills in pre-K to Grade 1. • • • •

Engaging, adaptable activities Take just 15–20 minutes a day Increase in complexity as kids learn Easy-to-use screening tool included

$29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-63214 | 1998 | 208 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | spiral-bound | ISBN 978-1-55766-321-4

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Early Language & Literacy Classroom Observation Tool, K–3 (ELLCO K–3)

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Research Edition

By Miriam W. Smith, Ed.D., Joanne P. Brady, M.Ed., & Nancy Clark-Chiarelli, Ed.D.

“Guid[es] staff in . . . facilitating behaviors that enhance literacy.” —Constance J. Macek, Early Childhood Education Consultant, Saginaw Intermediate School District, Michigan

rusted by schools across the country, the bestselling, field-tested ELLCO helps professionals effectively assess literacy practices and supports in kindergarten and early elementary classrooms.

ELLCO IS

PRE-K-3 LITERACY

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• Focused on 5 key elements of the literacy environment—classroom structure, curriculum, language environment, books and book reading, print and early writing • Effective and accurate • A great way to improve teacher quality by pinpointing strengths and seeing which areas need improvement • Easy to administer, with complete information about conducting classroom observations, scoring accurately, and limiting bias CATALOG SPECIAL! SAVE on the User’s Guide and Tool—$50.00 | Stock #: 14102P-S1061 | 2008 Components also sold separately at www.brookespublishing.com

Great for SLPs and educators!

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Dual Language Development & Disorders

A Handbook on Bilingualism & Second Language Learning, Second Edition By Johanne Paradis, Ph.D., Fred Genesee, Ph.D., & Martha B. Crago, Ph.D.

“Accessible, well-informed, and practical.” —Esther Geva, Ph.D., C.Psych., University of Toronto

Provide expert support for young dual language learners— and make informed decisions about assessment and intervention. • Dispel the myths about dual language development • Address reading impairments in dual language learners • Support children’s development in both languages $42.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70588 | 2011 | 296 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-058-8

PAVEd for Success

Building Vocabulary and Language Development in Young Learners By Claire E. Hamilton, Ph.D., & Paula J. Schwanenflugel, Ph.D.

Includes CD-ROM with 350+ vocabulary picture cards, student tracking and assessment tools, and sample letters to parents.

CD-ROM

Build preliteracy skills through science and social studies lessons with this program supplement for pre-K and kindergarten. • 24 proven, engaging lesson plans • Consistent with NELP guidelines and Common Core English Language Arts Standards • Boost literacy through lessons on magnets, outer space, seasons, recycling, and more $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71721| 2011 | 224 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-59857-172-1

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Second Edition

COMIN G

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By Diane Haager, Ph.D., Joseph A. Dimino, Ph.D., & Michelle Pearlman Windmueller, Ph.D.

elp transform struggling K–3 students into skillful, enthusiastic readers—in just 20 to 30 minutes a day! It’s all possible with the NEW edition of this bestselling curriculum supplement, your key to helping all students grasp the five Big Ideas of early literacy: phonological awareness, the alphabetic principle, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Updated with new activities and the latest on today’s hot topics in literacy, this book gives you more than 130 research-based, teacher-tested activities you can use right now, with any core reading program. LEARN HOW TO:

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Copy-ready templates of activity materials, such as a blank bingo board, color tiles, letter tiles, word cards, word banks, and graphic organizers. Also includes more than 70 Home–School Connection activities. Materials are photocopiable and printable from the web. $59.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72797 | April 2014 | approx. 540 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-279-7

Road to the Code

A Phonological Awareness Program for Young Children

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By Benita A. Blachman, Ph.D., Eileen Wynne Ball, Ph.D., Rochella Black, M.S., & Darlene M. Tangel, Ph.D.

“Very beneficial in preparing young children to become proficient readers and writers.” —Myrtis Johnson, M.Ed., Samford University

Teach phonological awareness and letter–sound correspondence to struggling students in K–Grade 1 with this popular 11-week program supplement.

Road to Reading

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A Program for Preventing & Remediating Reading Difficulties By Benita A. Blachman, Ph.D., & Darlene M. Tangel, Ph.D.

Includes CD-ROM with 200+ pages of classroom materials—lesson plan forms, sound pack cards, word cards, and much more!

CD-ROM

This Road to the Code followup for Grades 1–3 targets higher-level skills related to accuracy and fluency, including word identification, oral reading, and spelling.

• 44 developmentally sequenced lessons • With detailed scripted instructions & photocopiable flash cards • Flexible program—students learn at their own pace, one-to-one or in groups

• Innovative and flexible—use with any core reading program • Facilitates 6 levels of reading instruction that increase in complexity • Use with small groups or one-to-one, in 30–40 minutes per day

$54.95 | Stock #: 14102P-64389 | 2000 | 416 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | spiral-bound | ISBN 978-1-55766-438-9

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EARLY-ELEMENTARY LITERACY

Skilled readers in 20–30 minutes a day!

• Align reading instruction with Common Core State Standards (CCSS alignment included) • Teach all the fundamentals of reading in a time-efficient way • Use the RTI model to scaffold interventions • Deliver evidence-based instruction with confidence, with step-by-step instructional sequences you can use as is or modify • Plan assessment and make sound decisions based on data

READING AND LITERACY |

Interventions for Reading Success

READING AND LITERACY |

Next STEPS in Literacy Instruction

Unlocking Literacy

Effective Decoding & Spelling Instruction, Second Edition

Connecting Assessments to Effective Interventions

By Marcia K. Henry, Ph.D.

“For those who enjoy the thrill of an ‘aha’ moment, there is one on every page.”

By Susan M. Smartt, Ph.D., & Deborah R. Glaser, Ed.D.

“Fills the gap between assessment and reading interventions.”

—G. Emerson Dickman, Esq., Past President, International Dyslexia Association

—Nancy Mather, Ph.D., University of Arizona

Translate results of formative literacy assessments into targeted interventions and improved reading outcomes.

ELEMENTARY LITERACY

• Field-tested K–6 teaching guide • Ideal for use with TPRI® & DIBELS Next • Designed for use with RTI • Packed with activities directly linked to all the Big Ideas of literacy • Matches indicators on popular reading assessments with proven activities for struggling readers

TEXTBOOK

Looking for a great reading assessment? See page 36.

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Speech to Print

Packed with practical, immediately applicable activities and lesson plans for Pre-K to middle school, this bestselling text prepares you to teach decoding and spelling skills.

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by Louisa Cook Moats, Ed.D.

WORKBOOK

Ready to Read

A Multisensory Approach to Language-Based Comprehension Instruction

by Louisa Cook Moats, Ed.D., & Bruce Rosow, Ed.D.

By Mary Lupiani Farrell, Ph.D., & Francie M. Matthews, Ph.D.

“Required reading for teachers as well as for those who prepare them.”

“A ‘must have’ for every teacher in today’s inclusive classrooms.”

—R. Malatesha Joshi, Ph.D., Texas A & M University

—David C. Winters, Ph.D., Eastern Michigan University

Two essentials for reading teachers—from renowned NCTQ-recommended expert Louisa Moats!

Elementary educators: solve students’ struggles with reading comprehension through the popular multisensory teaching approach.

• The bestselling textbook provides the foundational knowledge you need to explicitly teach elementary school students phonemic awareness, spelling, vocabulary, and more. • The workbook is the perfect way to help you practice the skills you learned from the textbook.

• Teach high-level reading skills that come together to form comprehension • Differentiate instruction based on students’ language abilities • Use multisensory adaptations to help students meet key literacy goals

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By Linda Diamond & Linda Gutlohn

“Detailed instruction and sample lessons that make using the book a joy.”

Learning How to Improve Vocabulary Instruction Through Teacher Study Groups By Joseph Dimino, Ph.D., & Mary Jo Taylor, Ed.D.

—Teaching PreK-8 Magazine

Understand key research on vocabulary instruction and put best practices to work with this book from the trusted Consortium on Reading Excellence (CORE).

—Marcia K. Henry, Ph.D., Past President, IDA

Improve K–8 vocabulary instruction and student achievement through collaborative professional development. • Complete guide to nine in-school Teacher Study Group sessions • Proven to strengthen teaching practices • Includes handouts, activities, and more

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69285 | 2006 | 232 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | layflat paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-928-5

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70540 | 2009 | 216 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-054-0

Powerful Writing Strategies for All Students

Writing Better

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By Karen R. Harris, Ed.D., Steve Graham, Ed.D., Linda Mason, Ph.D., & Barbara Friedlander, M.A., NBCT

“If you have to choose one resource on written expression, this is it!” —Sheldon H. Horowitz, Ed.D., National Center for Learning Disabilities

Effective Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Difficulties By Steve Graham, Ed.D., & Karen R. Harris, Ed.D.

“An invaluable, practical resource that explains its ideas in depth.” —Midwest Book Review

Get 70+ concise, field-tested lesson plans for K–8 students who struggle with writing.

Learn why and how to make explicit, systematic writing instruction a part of your elementary or middle school classroom.

• Ideal supplement to your existing writing curriculum • Strengthens every phase of the writing process • Grounded in the proven Self-Regulated Strategy Development approach • Supports effective instruction with step-by-step guidelines and optional scripts • Engages students with mnemonic devices they’ll easily grasp and remember

• Get strategies and action plans that improve writing skills • Review field-testing results that show why the strategies work • See before-and-after samples of student writing • Help students succeed at different types of writing, including stories, explanations, persuasive essays, reports, and comparisons

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VOCABULARY / WRITING

• Ensure quality vocabulary instruction in elementary to high school • Master the what, why, when, and how of explicit instruction • Get detailed sample lessons with step-by-step instructions and explicit scripts

“A perfect model for staff development . . . based on solid educational research.”

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Vocabulary Handbook

READING AND LITERACY |

Adolescent Literacy

Strategies for Content Comprehension in Inclusive Classrooms Edited by Richard T. Boon, Ph.D., & Vicky Spencer, Ph.D.

“If implemented, the ideas in this book will ensure that all students, and especially students who have historically challenged the educational system, will learn to read, write, and think in complex ways.” —Douglas Fisher, Ph.D., San Diego State University

ADOLESCENT LITERACY

Resolve comprehension problems in Grades 6–12

or adolescents with reading disabilities, struggles with comprehension are a major obstacle to mastering academic content areas. Help resolve comprehension difficulties with the research-based strategies in this practical text, developed for use with students in Grades 6–12 with and without disabilities. It’s an ideal supplementary text for preservice educators—and a great resource for inservice teachers looking for new strategies.

IMPROVE COMPREHENSION WITH

• mnemonics that help students remember and retrieve important information • graphic organizers that highlight key information and clarify abstract concepts • motivational and self-efficacy strategies that encourage deep, focused, and engaged reading • Collaborative Strategic Reading in student-led cooperative learning groups • technology-based applications such as adapted digital texts and opensource textbooks • and more PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Charts, graphic organizers, mnemonic strategies, and sample lesson plans teachers can use in their own classrooms. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72209 | 2013 | 200 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-220-9

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The Reading Teacher’s Sourcebook

By Carolyn A. Denton, Ph.D., Sharon Vaughn, Ph.D., Jade Wexler, Ph.D., Deanna Bryan, & Deborah Reed, Ph.D.

“A valuable resource for middle schools striving to meet reading standards.” —Linda H. Mason, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University

or use with struggling readers in Grades 6–8, this book shows literacy teachers how to conduct evidence-based instruction for adolescents. Includes 20+ sample lessons! YOU’LL LEARN TO:

Building Comprehension in Adolescents Powerful Strategies for Improving Reading and Writing in Content Areas

ADOLESCENT LITERACY

With more than 20 sample lessons!

• select assessments for comprehension, fluency, and word recognition • use assessment results to plan individualized instruction • apply research-supported instructional practices within an RTI framework • set manageable short-term learning goals with students • give appropriate positive and corrective feedback

READING AND LITERACY |

Effective Instruction for Middle School Students with Reading Difficulties

By Linda H. Mason, Ph.D., Robert Reid, Ph.D., & Jessica L. Hagaman, Ph.D.

“An important evidence-based approach to improving the comprehension of struggling adolescent learners.” —Joanna Williams, Ph.D., Columbia University

omprehension problems have become an epidemic: One out of every four secondary school students is unable to read and comprehend the material in textbooks.* Start addressing the root of the problem today with this practical teacher’s guide, designed to strengthen reading comprehension and written expression in Grades 6–12 so students can master academic content.

YOU’LL LEARN TO:

Improve skills critical to higher achievement: • • • • • • •

vocabulary development essay writing quick writing goal setting note organization homework completion and more

• Improve students’ reading and writing through the proven Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) approach • Embed reading, writing, and organization strategies into science and social studies lessons • Strengthen skills critical to higher achievement, including vocabulary, essay writing, story writing, sustaining attention, and goal setting • Help a wide range of struggling learners with and without disabilities PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Sample lessons with lesson overviews and objec-

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MATH AND SCIENCE

Cowboys Count, Monkeys Measure, and Princesses Problem Solve Building Early Math Skills Through Storybooks

By Jane M. Wilburne, Ed.D., Jane B. Keat, Ph.D., & Mary Napoli, Ph.D.

Includes grade-specific sample lessons & a blank lesson template for your own activities! Weave math concepts into storytime with this practical guide—and take the stress out of effective math instruction in pre-K–Grade 3. • Meet NCTM guidelines, with sample lessons explicitly linked to curriculum focal points • Target foundational math skills like problem-solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills • Improve literacy and math skills simultaneously • Promote student engagement and enthusiasm $24.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71066 | 2011 | 136 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-106-6

Teaching Mathematics Meaningfully

Solutions for Reaching Struggling Learners By David H. Allsopp, Ph.D., Maggie M. Kyger, Ph.D., & LouAnn H. Lovin, Ph.D.

“An excellent resource for teachers of K–12 math with struggling learners.” —Zafer Unal, Ph.D., University of South Florida, St. Petersburg

This practical resource helps you unlock math concepts for K–12 students with learning disabilities, ADHD, or mild cognitive disabilities. • Teach the Big Ideas of math with confidence • Get lesson plans and research-based strategies that really work • Dismantle students’ barriers to learning math skills

Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood By Sally Moomaw, Ed.D.

Includes nearly 50 classroom activities with detailed instructions and helpful photos! Teach critical math concepts to young students while meeting national standards for mathematics education. • Accessible text aligned with NCTM focal points • Targets critical math skills, from geometry to operations • Gives you 50+ classroom activities with detailed instructions and photos • Provides universal design strategies and adaptations to help you support all learners • Helps you weave math lessons into everyday routines • Includes assessment strategies $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71196 | 2011 | 232 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-119-6

Number Sense and Number Nonsense

Understanding the Challenges of Learning Math By Nancy Krasa, Ph.D., & Sara Shunkwiler, M.Ed.

“A game changer for math educators.” —Earl Oremus, Headmaster, Marburn Academy, Columbus, Ohio

Reader-friendly, research-based guide to what’s behind students’ math struggles. • Get inside your students’ heads and develop effective strategies • Help students struggling with arithmetic facts, word problems, fractions, and more • With practical classroom examples and assessment guidelines $32.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70205 | 2009 | 248 pages | illustrated | 7 x 10 paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-020-5

$31.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68660 | 2007 | 312 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-866-0

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By Nancy C. Jordan, Ed.D., & Nancy Dyson, Ph.D.

NEW

elp kindergartners at risk for math difficulties with these explicit, evidence-based interventions. Used on their own or as a follow-up to the Number Sense Screener™ (NSS™), the interventions in this user-friendly guide are a fun, simple, and highly effective way to boost key math skills such as oral counting, number recognition, and numeral writing. Teachers will get 24 scripted lessons, perfect for helping small groups of struggling students in just 30 minutes each. Proven in studies to improve young children’s number sense, these engaging lessons help resolve early math struggles before first grade—and start students on the path to long-term success in elementary school and beyond. WHY USE NUMBER SENSE INTERVENTIONS?

Boost young students’ math skills before first grade! Help students at risk for math difficulties: Count to 100 Recognize quantities Recognize numerals Connect numerals to quantities Write numerals Solve story problems Perform number operations on fingers • and more

LOOK INSIDE!

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: 24 engaging lessons with explicit teacher scripts

and instructions, plus photocopiable materials: 7 sets of flashcards, 12 charts that illustrate key math concepts, and a student activity sheet for each lesson. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72919 | 2014 | 240 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | spiral-bound | ISBN 978-1-59857-291-9 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

Use these interventions in tandem with the Number Sense Screener™(NSS™), your quick, reliable way to screen early numerical competencies. Find out where children need extra support—and then use the Number Sense Interventions to target those specific skills. See page 37 to learn more about NSS!

CLASSROOM PLANNING

• • • • • • •

• Aligned with Common Core State Standards—includes a chart of learning goals that shows exactly how the interventions align with CCSS • Research-based and validated • Great for Tier 2 Response to Intervention • Carefully scripted—easy to pick up and start using right away • Lessons build on each other, so children develop a strong foundation of critical math skills • Uses inexpensive materials many teachers already have in the classroom • Fun lessons encourage children’s engagement and development of attention skills • Flexible—easy to move at a slower or faster pace depending on student needs

SPECIAL EDUCATION / INCLUSION |

Number Sense Interventions

Visit www.brookespublishing.com/abc-123 to: • Grab a SAMPLE INTERVENTION from Number Sense Interventions • View a FREE WEBINAR on Catching Math Struggles Early with the Number Sense Screener™ • Download the FREE TECHNICAL REPORT for Number Sense Screener™ • Review and share the COMPLETE Number Sense Screener™ Brochure

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SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT |

Assess interactions between BEST children and teachers SE

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he widely used, highly reliable CLASS™ tool gives you an accurate way to assess teacher–child interactions—a primary ingredient of quality educational experiences that promote future school success. With versions for toddler, pre-K, and K–3 classrooms, this bestselling tool establishes an accurate picture of classroom interactions through brief, repeated observation and scoring cycles, highlighting areas of strength and areas for growth useful for guiding improvement efforts. WHAT TO ORDER

CLASS

AT A GLANCE • Developers: Robert C. Pianta, Ph.D., Karen M. La Paro, Ph.D., & Bridget K. Hamre, Ph.D. • Domains assessed: Crucial domains of teacher–student interaction: Emotional Support, Classroom Organization, and Instructional Support. (The CLASS™ Toddler tool focuses on Emotional and Behavioral Support and Engaged Support for Learning.) • Age range: Dedicated versions for toddler, pre-K, and K–3 classrooms (infant version coming soon) • Who completes it: A trained CLASS™ observer (could be a researcher, teacher, principal, school psychologist, or educational consultant) • Pre-K version available in Spanish • Training available: CLASS™ Observation Training is an essential prerequisite for accurate use of the CLASS™ tool. Learn more at www.teachstone.com/trainingprograms.

CLASS™ Forms Toddler—$30.00 | Stock #: 14102P-72605 | 2012 | ISBN 978-1-59857-260-5 Pre-K–3 English—$30.00 | Stock #: 14102P-69438 | 2008 | ISBN 978-1-55766-943-8 Pre-K–3 Spanish—$30.00 | Stock #: 14102P-72360 | 2012 | ISBN 978-1-59857-236-0 CLASS™ Dimensions Guides—quick guides that introduce teachers to the key areas assessed with the CLASS™ tool. Toddler, Pre-K, and K–3 versions available; Pre-K available in English or Spanish. $19.95 each (See www.brookespublishing.com to order.) CLASS™ Dimensions Overviews—tri-fold laminated sheet that shows what to look for while observing the CLASS dimensions and scoring the tool. Toddler, Pre-K, and K–3 versions available; Pre-K available in English or Spanish. $30.00 each (sold in packages of 5. See www.brookespublishing.com to order.) Classroom Assessment Scoring System™ and CLASS™ are trademarks of Robert C. Pianta, Ph.D.

TRAINING AVAILABLE!

Reliable use of the CLASSTM tools requires training.

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The two-day CLASSTM Observation Training prepares observers to use the measure accurately and culminates with a test and one-year CLASSTM observer certification. For more information on recommended training, availability, and scheduling, please visit the Teachstone website at www.teachstone.org/training-programs. www.brookespublishing.com | 1-800-638-3775 |

helps your program

1. Accurate assessment of what really matters The quality of teacher–student interaction is directly tied to student learning. The CLASS™ tool assesses critical dimensions of teacher–student interaction that contribute to academic and social success, including positive and negative classroom climate, teacher sensitivity, language modeling, and behavior management. The CLASS™ manual clearly describes what to look for when observing each dimension, taking the guesswork out of classroom assessment.

CLASS

2. Better program planning and professional development Through brief, repeated observation and scoring cycles, the CLASS™ tool establishes an accurate picture of classroom interactions and clearly highlights areas of strength and areas for growth. Schools and whole districts can use the results of the CLASS™ tool to systematically strengthen their programs and plan professional development workshops that improve teachers’ knowledge and practices. (Professional development programs are offered through Teachstone; see www.teachstone.com.)

SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT |

How

3. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation You can use the CLASS™ tool to observe teachers at regular intervals during the school year and give them direct feedback about their actual classroom practices. Giving teachers an objective, concrete measurement of their areas of strength and weakness helps them continue their successful practices with confidence— and target areas for improvement over the course of the year. 4. CLASS™ Training CLASS™ Observation Training is an essential prerequisite for accurate use of the tool. This twoday seminar gives you in-depth knowledge of the CLASS™ domains and dimensions and arms you with the knowledge you need to code classrooms using the CLASS™ tool. Introductory CLASS™ seminars and Train-the-Trainer programs are also available. Learn more at www.teachstone.com/training-programs.

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SCREENING AND ASSESSMENT |

Great teachers and great readers with & Real reading progress in K–3

ou don’t have to be in Texas to use TPRI® and Tejas LEE®, two comprehensive systems for helping English- and Spanish-speaking students make real reading progress in K–3. Thousands of schools across the country use these two authentic, research-based systems to help teachers teach and help achieve better reading outcomes. Guiding teachers step-by-step through diagnostic assessment, targeted intervention, and effective progress monitoring, TPRI® and Tejas LEE® solve key challenges for everyone—teachers, students, and whole schools. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TpriTjL.

How do TPRI® and Tejas LEE® improve outcomes?

TPRI & TEJAS LEE

DIAGNOSE

INTERVENE

MONITOR PROGRESS

Teachers pinpoint students’ strengths and weaknesses with in-depth, efficient assessment of skills in key areas.

Each system has an Intervention Activities Guide with hundreds of step-bystep, ready-to-use activities, so it’s easy for teachers to link assessment with differentiated instruction.

With the brief, effective progress monitoring kits, teachers will check student progress in just a few minutes, so they’ll know where students need extra support.

What’s the difference between TPRI® and Tejas LEE®? TPRI® and Tejas LEE® are two separate systems that assess different reading skills: TPRI® is used to assess students who receive their primary reading instruction in English, and Tejas LEE® is used to assess students who receive their primary reading instruction in Spanish. Tejas LEE® is an authentic Spanish assessment, not a translation of TPRI®. 2010 TPRI® PRODUCTS

2011 TEJAS LEE® PRODUCTS

Benchmarking Kit (includes Teacher’s Guide, Story Booklet, Task Cards, & Stopwatch) US$189.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71257 ISBN 978-1-59857-125-7

Assessment Kit (Teacher’s Guide, Story Booklet, Task Cards, and Stopwatch) US$189.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71417 ISBN 978-1-59857-141-7

Progress Monitoring for Emergent Readers™ (PMER) Kit (includes Teacher’s Guide & Task Card Booklet) US$69.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71318 ISBN 978-1-59857-131-8 Progress Monitoring for Beginning Readers™ (PMBR) Kit (includes Teacher’s Guide & Story Booklet) US$69.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71356 ISBN 978-1-59857-135-6 Student Record and Class Summary Sheets and other essential components sold separately; see www.brookespublishing.com

MPLE Kit (Teacher’s Guide and Story Booklet) US$69.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71479 ISBN 978-1-59857-147-9 MPLP Kit (Teacher’s Guide and Story Booklet) US$69.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71509 ISBN 978-1-59857-150-9 Student Record and Class Summary Sheets sold separately; see www.brookespublishing.com

Tejas LEE® and , are registered trademarks of The Texas Education Agency. Monitoreo del progreso para lectores emergentes™ is a trademark of The University of Texas System and The University of Houston System. Monitoreo del progreso para lectores principiantes™ is a trademark of The Texas Education Agency. TPRI® and are registered trademarks of The Texas Education Agency. Progress Monitoring for Emergent Readers™ is a trademark of The University of Texas System and The University of Houston System. Progress Monitoring for Beginning Readers™ is a trademark of The Texas Education Agency.

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Screen kids with

nss now—before they fall behind! TM

umber sense is a key indicator of future math success— and now there’s a quick, reliable, and affordable way to screen early numerical competencies in Grades K–1 and identify students at risk for later math struggles. A research-based tool that requires no extra training, Number Sense Screener™ (NSS™) K–1 gives you the critical information you need to

Catch at-risk students early  Predict mathematic achievement through at least  third grade

Start planning effective, targeted interventions  Monitor progress and identify where students need  more support

Core State Standards in Kindergarten and NCTM Standards and Focal Points

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Number Sense Screener™ (NSS™) Set, K–1, Research Edition By Nancy C. Jordan, Ed.D., & Joseph J. Glutting, Ph.D., with Nancy Dyson, Ph.D.

Includes a User’s Guide, a Stimulus Book with all the visual stimuli needed to administer the items, an explicit Quick Script for accurate administration, and a pack of 25 Record Sheets. $89.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72261 | 2012 | ISBN 978-1-59857-226-1

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nss At a Glance TM

What is it?

A quick number sense screening tool that accurately identifies children at risk for mathematics difficulties

When is it done?

At least three times: in the fall of kindergarten, the spring of kindergarten, and the fall of first grade

Which areas are screened?

Counting skills, number recognition, number comparisons, nonverbal calculation, story problems, and number combinations

How many items are there?

There are 29 items. (Sample: “Kisha has 6 pennies. Peter takes away 4 of her pennies. How many pennies does Kisha have now?”)

Who completes and scores it?

NSS can be easily completed and scored by a teacher, a learning specialist, or a school psychologist.

How long does it take?

About 15 minutes per child, and about 5 minutes to score

Is the tool valid and reliable?

Yes. NSS has internal consistency of .85 and predictive validity of .70 (end of third grade math achievement)

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Number Sense Interventions By Nancy C. Jordan, Ed.D., & Nancy Dyson, Ph.D.

Follow your NSS™ screenings with explicit, evidence-based interventions that help kindergartners at risk for math difficulties!

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Alternate Assessment for Students with Significant Cognitive Disabilities An Educator’s Guide

By Harold L. Kleinert, Ed.D., & Jacqui Farmer Kearns, Ed.D., with invited contributors

“A great resource for the people on the front line of alternate assessment.” —Fred Spooner, Ph.D., The University of North Carolina, Charlotte

The definitive practical sourcebook on K–12 alternate assessment based on alternate achievement standards (AA-AAS). • Develop effective AA-AAS linked with grade-level content standards • Ensure quality instruction that leads to higher achievement • Includes sample modified lessons in key content areas $42.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70762 | 2010 | 376 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-076-2

Teaching and Assessing Low-Achieving Students with Disabilities

A Guide to Alternate Assessments Based on Modified Achievement Standards Edited by Marianne Perie, Ph.D.

“A wonderfully comprehensive research-based guide.” —Martha L. Thurlow, Ph.D., University of Minnesota

Essential for policymakers and administrators, this research volume is the most in-depth exploration of alternate assessment based on modified achievement standards (AA-MAS). • Make sound decisions about alternate assessments • Provide guidance on aligning instruction with content standards • Master the technical and practical aspects of AA-MAS

Alternate Assessments Based on Alternate Achievement Standards

Policy, Practice, and Potential Edited by William D. Schafer, Ed.D., & Robert W. Lissitz, Ph.D.

“The go-to resource for information about alternate assessments.” —Gregory J. Cizek, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

With this big-picture examination of today’s best knowledge about alternate assessments, assessment developers and decision-makers will discover • What we know about effective alternate assessments • What’s working today in 7 key states across the country • What we need to do to focus future efforts $44.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70373 | 2009 | 408 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-037-3

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Lessons Learned from Project SEARCH®

By Maryellen Daston, Ph.D., J. Erin Riehle, M.S.N., & Susie Rutkowski, M.A.

“A compelling road map to meaningful work for youth with significant disabilities.” —Erik Carter, Ph.D., Peabody College at Vanderbilt

pply key principles and strategies from the highly successful Project SEARCH® internship model—and help young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities get, keep, and succeed at a fulfilling job of their choice. LEARN HOW TO:

Support meaningful employment with lessons from Project SEARCH®

• teach competitive, marketable, transferable skills in real work settings • promote collaboration among businesses, transition teams, and young people and families • break down obstacles to meaningful employment for people with disabilities • help students master the subtleties of appropriate workplace conduct • develop customized follow-along services so the student can retain employment PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Student Selection Rubric Guide, social skills activities, Lesson Plan for Choosing Internships, task breakdowns from sample Project SEARCH® sites, and more. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72490 | 2012 | 264 pages | 8.5 x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-249-0 *Technical assistance and a licensing agreement required to establish an official Project SEARCH® program site; see http://projectsearch.us.

The New Transition Handbook

Strategies High School Teachers Use that Work!

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High School Transition that Works

By Carolyn Hughes, Ph.D., & Erik W. Carter, Ph.D.

500+

transition strategies—research-based and teacher-tested! That’s what you’ll get in this thoroughly revised edition of the bestselling The Transition Handbook. Updated with fresh strategies and more on today’s most critical transition topics, this ultra-practical, easy-to-use guide will help you develop effective school and community supports and teach students the skills they need for adulthood. YOU’LL HELP STUDENTS:

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Discover The Brookes Transition to Adulthood Series!

Great for teacher training sessions!

upport young people with disabilities on the road to adulthood with these concise, research-to-practice guidebooks on key transition topics. You’ll get real-world tips and strategies, vivid case studies, and photocopiable forms and checklists to help you apply best practices and ensure positive outcomes for young adults.

Essentials of Transition Planning By Paul Wehman, Ph.D., with invited contributors

The keystone of the whole series, this down-to-earth guidebook collects all the fundamentals of well-crafted transition plans—straight from one of the top authorities on helping young people with disabilities lead fulfilling adult lives. Learn how to plan transition at both individual and community levels, develop individualized curricula, strengthen students’ academic and functional skills, improve access to the general curriculum, write and implement effective transition IEPs, overcome barriers to service coordination, and more. $27.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70984 | 2011 | 200 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-098-4

Transition Planning for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Youth By Gary Greene, Ph.D.

A veteran trainer of transition specialists, Gary Greene teaches readers key skills and best practices in culturally responsive, family-centered transition planning. Professionals who work with diverse young adults from ages 14 to 22 will learn how to develop culturally responsive transition IEPs, prepare Summary of Functional Performance (SOP) documents, minimize conflict and strengthen communication with families, encourage students’ active participation in transition planning, implement successful parent support programs, and more. $24.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71592 | 2011 | 160 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-159-2

Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies for Transition By David W. Test, Ph.D., with invited contributors

Includes Indicator 13 checklist! Deliver instruction that fully complies with the high-stakes requirements of IDEA’s Indicator 13! Developed by David Test, one of today’s most highly respected authorities on transition to adulthood, this book has the practical, evidence-based guidance readers need to help students with significant disabilities prepare for every aspect of adult life, from applying for a job to improving social skills. Plus an invaluable Indicator 13 checklist shows at a glance whether a student’s IEP meets the critical IDEA requirements. $24.95 | Stock #: 14102P-71929 | 2012 | 168 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-192-9

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Teaching Transition Skills in Inclusive Schools By Teresa Grossi, Ph.D., & Cassandra M. Cole, Ed.D.

How can high schools teach standards-based academic content and the critical transition skills students need to navigate adulthood? Find out in this guide, which introduces a unified framework for transition services that gets all students ready for college, careers and citizenship. Includes six model lesson plans aligned with Common Core State Standards:

U.S. History (Civil Rights), Integrated Math and Consumer Science (Buying a Car), Health and Wellness (You Are What You Eat), Science (Ecosystems), Spanish (Conversation Basics), and English (Job Application and Resume). $29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72339 | 2013 | 152 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-233-9

Demystifying Transition Assessment By Colleen A. Thoma, Ph.D., & Ronald Tamura, Ph.D., with invited contributors

This book demystifies the what, when, why, and how of collecting transition assessment data—and using the results to help students with disabilities prepare for adulthood. Learn how to choose assessments appropriate for each situation and student, collect the right data at the right time, implement evidence-based practices that meet IDEA requirements, and translate assessment results into better transition IEP plans. Includes an invaluable quick-reference guide to more than 90 transition assessments and which areas they assess! Strengthen transition assessment in 7 key areas: Academics • Self-deter-

mination • Employment • Community living • Postsecondary education • Recreation and leisure • Health care

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Three NEW books in the series!

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Self-Determination and Transition Planning By Karrie A. Shogren, Ph.D.

Self-determination has a powerful positive impact on post-school outcomes for young adults with disabilities—but how can educators teach students the skills they need to make their own choices and achieve their goals as they enter adulthood? Packed with practical, research-validated guidance and worksheets and activities on explicitly teaching self-determination skills, this empowering guidebook shows the way. Discover how to assess a student’s current level of self-determination and help them develop and practice critical skills such as expressing preferences, making choices, and setting and attaining goals. Teach essential self-determination skills: Expressing preferences • Making

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Equity and Full Participation for Individuals with Severe Disabilities A Vision for the Future

Edited by Martin Agran, Ph.D., Fredda Brown, Ph.D., Carolyn Hughes, Ph.D., Carol Quirk, Ed.D., & Diane Ryndak, Ph.D.

hat key issues and challenges affect the lives of people with severe disabilities today—and what should tomorrow’s professionals do to address them? Aligned with the core values and agenda of TASH, this visionary text prepares professionals to strengthen supports and services for people with disabilities across the lifespan. Readers will fully examine more than a dozen critical topics in the lives of people with severe disabilities; explore necessary reforms to policy and practice; and set clear goals and priorities for improving education and other services. COVERS TODAY’S MOST CRITICAL TOPICS: • Addressing inequities in our educational and social services system • Designing and delivering effective early intervention and education • Expanding and improving inclusive education • Supporting families of children with severe disabilities • Resolving challenges to person-centered planning and self-determination • Providing effective and respectful positive behavior supports • Improving access to the general curriculum • And more ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS: This book comes with online PowerPoint slides for faculty, ideal for complementing and enhancing lessons. $59.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72704 | 2014 | 416 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-270-4

Transition Strategies for Adolescents & Young Adults Who Use AAC Edited by David B. McNaughton, Ph.D., & David R. Beukelman, Ph.D.

“Packed with up-to-date research, lively case examples, and down-to-earth how-to strategies. This is a must-have.” —Carolyn Hughes, Ph.D.,Vanderbilt University

Support fulfilling, self-determined adult lives for young people who use AAC. • Research-based guide to effective transition planning • Address employment, college, literacy, community life, and more • Get guidance from top experts and personal stories from students

Universal Design for Transition

A Roadmap for Planning and Instruction By Colleen A. Thoma, Ph.D., Christina C. Bartholomew, Ph.D., & LaRon A. Scott, M.Ed., with invited contributors

Enhance transition with the principles of universal design for learning with this groundbreaking guide. • Present information in multiple formats and media to help students achieve goals • Improve assessment, IEPs, employment preparation, and more • Get creative suggestions for a wide range of technology supports $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69100 | 2009 | 256 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-910-0

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By Cary Griffin, David Hammis, Beth Keeton, & Molly Sullivan

s self-employment becomes a viable option for more and more adults with significant disabilities, give them realistic, practical guidance and support with the NEW edition of this popular guidebook. Updated with a new and improved assessment approach, more self-employment success stories, and the latest on policy changes and online opportunities, this book is your step-by-step guide to helping adults with disabilities get a small business off to a strong start.

SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AS THEY:

• discover their “personal genius” with a new assessment approach • build a thorough and professional business plan based on their goals and interests • successfully finance their small business using multiple revenue sources • market their business, from defining customers to advertising in a variety of media • maintain their benefits while navigating financial and social security systems PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Photocopiable planning worksheets, case studies that clearly illustrate the “how” of successful self-employment, and an annotated list of websites with vital information for small business owners. $42.95 | Stock #: 14102P-74036 | March 2014 | approx. 272 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-403-6

The Way to Work How to Facilitate Work Experiences for Youth in Transition

By Richard G. Luecking, Ed.D., with invited contributors

“Easily the most practical how-to book available for transition specialists.” —Paul Wehman, Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University

Rely on the powerful strategies in this guidebook to connect students with great early work experiences.

Launching into Adulthood

An Integrated Response to Support Transition of Youth with Chronic Health Conditions and Disabilities Edited by Donald Lollar, Ed.D.

Streamline and coordinate transition services—and improve outcomes for young adults with disabilities and chronic health conditions—with this definitive volume on system reform.

• Uncover students’ strengths, needs, and interests • Recruit employers • Guide students in advocating for accommodations on the job • Promote students’ social skills

• Maintain high-quality health care and insurance as adolescents enter adulthood • Prepare for every aspect of meaningful employment • Secure and keep an affordable and accessible home • Participate fully in community activities • Use local transportation as independently as possible

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68981 | 2009 | 248 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-898-1

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Making Self-Employment Work for People with Disabilities

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Think College!

Postsecondary Education Options for Students with Intellectual Disabilities By Meg Grigal, Ph.D., & Debra Hart, M.Ed.

Includes practical tools such as a self-advocacy checklist, sample student schedules, and a college-planning checklist. Uncover the big picture of today’s postsecondary education (PSE) options for students with intellectual disabilities. • Fully explore the three primary models for PSE • Support students before, during, and after the transition to college • Help connect students’ PSE experiences directly to life goals Visit www.thinkcollege.net for videos, student stories, and more on inclusive postsecondary education! $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69179 | 2010 | 344 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-917-9

Transition of Youth & Young Adults with Emotional or Behavioral Difficulties An Evidence-Supported Handbook

Edited by Hewitt B. “Rusty” Clark, Ph.D., & Deanne K. Unruh, Ph.D.

“An outstanding, empirically based guide.” —Peter E. Leone, Ph.D., University of Maryland

Apply best practices to ensure smooth transition for students with emotional or behavioral challenges. • Implement a Continuous Quality Improvement process • Reduce common risk behaviors • Bridge the gap between child and adult mental health services • and more $39.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69636 | 2009 | 384 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-963-6

Preparing Students with Disabilities for College Success A Practical Guide to Transition Planning

Edited by Stan F. Shaw, Ed.D., Joseph W. Madaus, Ph.D., & Lyman L. Dukes III, Ph.D.

“Everything you ever need to know to enhance the success of students with disabilities seeking to attend college.” —Jeanne M. Kincaid, J.D., disability attorney and consultant

The most practical guidance available on helping students with mild to moderate disabilities make the transition to college! Get how-to help with key aspects like: • Academic and behavioral supports • The admissions process • Eligibility for services and accommodations • Supportive technology $37.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70168 | 2010 | 312 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-016-8

Autism & the Transition to Adulthood Success Beyond the Classroom

By Paul Wehman, Ph.D., Marcia Datlow Smith, Ph.D., & Carol Schall, Ph.D.

“The most practical book I have read on developing measurable transition goals.” —Sherrilyn K. Fisher, Ph.D., Past President, DCDT

Filled with hard-to-find information on how characteristics of people with autism affect transition, this guide shows you how to • Navigate all aspects of transition planning, from assessment to college and employment preparation • Put proven strategies into action with practical forms and checklists • Help young people develop life skills in key areas $37.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69582 | 2009 | 304 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-958-2

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By Julie Causton, Ph.D., & George Theoharis, Ph.D.

ehind every successful inclusive school is a great principal with passion, vision, and a practical plan. With so much riding on their strong and proactive leadership, every principal and administrator will want this how-to book: the essential guide to bringing schoolwide inclusion from theory to practice. Two renowned inclusion experts give readers clear guidance they can use right away to lead an inclusive school where every student learns and belongs. LEARN HOW TO:

See page 8 for Julie Causton’s guides for SLPs, OTs, and paraprofessionals.

• Provide all students with access to the general education curriculum in the least restrictive environment • Make schoolwide (and districtwide) reforms that support social and academic success • Promote close collaboration between general and special educators • Implement supports that meet the individual needs of each student • Make sound decisions about content-specific accommodations and modifications • Facilitate use of gentle and positive supports to resolve challenging behavior • Partner effectively with school staff and families • Relieve job-related stress and avoid burnout

ADMINISTRATOR RESOURCES

The Principal’s Handbook for Leading Inclusive Schools

Leadership Strategies for Successful Schoolwide Inclusion

The Beyond Access Model

By Dennis D. Munk, Ed.D., & Thomas L. Dempsey, M.S.Ed.

By Cheryl M. Jorgensen, Ph.D., Michael McSheehan, & Rae M. Sonnenmeier, Ph.D.

The STAR Approach

“Provides potential leaders with the tools they need to succeed.” —Michael L. Wehmeyer, Ph.D., University of Kansas

Make your school an inclusion STAR with this clear and practical framework for schoolwide inclusion. • Developed by veteran special education experts • Breaks the inclusion process into concrete, manageable goals • Covers RTI, IEPs, screening and progress monitoring, and more $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70892 | 2010 | 144 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-089-2

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Promoting Membership, Participation, and Learning for Students with Disabilities in the General Education Classroom

CD-ROM Includes CD-ROM with more than a dozen printable checklists, forms, and templates!

Help students with disabilities not only participate, but also learn academic content with this innovative model. • Presumes competence and encourages high expectations • Consistent with the problem-solving framework of response to intervention • Goes beyond functional skills • Facilitates collaborative teaming and family–school partnerships $44.95 | Stock #: 14102P-67175 | 2010 | 272 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback with CD-ROM | ISBN 978-1-55766-717-5

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Autism Services Across America Road Maps for Improving State and National Education, Research, and Training Programs By Peter Doehring, Ph.D., with invited contributors

“An in-depth and thoughtful description of the landscape of autism . . . a must-read.’” —George Jesien, Ph.D., Executive Director, Association of University Centers on Disabilities

hat are the keys to effective autism programs—and how do they solve their biggest challenges and meet the needs of all children and families? Find out in this book, an in-depth road map of autism services, research, and policies that are strengthening outcomes for children. With detailed reviews of 9 innovative state and national initiatives in public and private settings, this book gives you models you can use to help develop an efficient, cost-effective autism program—or expand your existing services.

Lessons from effective, innovative autism programs across the country

LEARN ABOUT EACH PROGRAM’S KEY SUCCESS FACTORS:

• • • • • • •

Clearly identifying viable funding sources Improving screening and early identification of autism Planning family- and person-centered activities that support each child’s goals Implementing positive behavior interventions and supports Translating scientific breakthroughs into evidence-based services Developing teacher training programs that build awareness and expertise and more!

$49.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70953 | 2013 | 368 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-095-3

Schools that Make the Grade

What Successful Schools Do to Improve Student Achievement By Martin J.A. Ratcliffe, Ed.D., DD (Hon.), & Melissa L. Harts, Ed.D., with invited contributors

“Demonstrate[s] the research in action while providing action items for all levels of personnel.”

—Elizabeth A. Potts, Ph.D., University of Virginia

Turn a good school into a great school with this research-based, strategy-filled guide to 7 success factors that directly correlate with student achievement: • Foster positive home–school relations • Keep students engaged and motivated to learn in the time given • Create a climate of high expectations • Develop a clear and focused mission • Monitor student progress frequently • Receive strong and effective instructional leadership • Ensure a safe and orderly environment

Dictionary of Developmental Disabilities Terminology Third Edition

By Pasquale J. Accardo, M.D., & Barbara Y. Whitman, M.S.W., Ph.D., with invited contributors

“Ensures that the current terminology is at [your] fingertips.”—Paul H. Lipkin, M.D., Kennedy Krieger Institute, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

If you work with students with disabilities, this readerfriendly dictionary is a must. You’ll get more than 4,000 concise, jargon-free definitions of disorders, diagnoses, educational practices, assessments, interventions, medications, public laws, and more. $42.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70700 | 2011 | 536 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-070-0

$29.95 | Stock #: 14102P-70908 | 2011 | 208 pages | 6 x 9 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-090-8

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The Self-Assessment and Program Review for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SAPR-PBIS™)

A Professional Development Package for Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom By Paula Kluth, Ph.D. A Film by Landlocked Films

“I can’t wait to share this terrific resource with schools!”—Marny Helfrich, M.Ed., Inclusive Education Facilitator, Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education

By Bridget Walker, Ph.D., & Douglas Cheney, Ph.D. DVD

What do great inclusive schools really look like? Paula Kluth has the answers—and now they’re on one powerful DVD that will help make your school an inclusion success story. You’ll go inside real classrooms and get more than 70 minutes of invaluable strategies and insights from Paula and her colleagues. (Includes Facilitator’s Guide with summaries of teaching strategies, professional development plans, discussion questions, and forms to evaluate practices and plan supports.) $129.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72049 | 2012 | 74-minute DVD in 9 x 12 folder w/ 32-page saddle-stitched booklet | ISBN 978-1-59857-204-9

Learn more and watch the trailer at http://bit.ly/KthVid

Assess the effectiveness of your whole school’s PBIS efforts—without any need for an outside evaluator. With the valid and reliable SAPR-PBISTM K–12 tool and the comprehensive, step-by-step manual, you can be confident that your team is implementing evidence-based PBIS practices that promote students’ social and academic success. GET THE DATA YOU NEED TO: Link assessment

results with evidence-based action items • Boost teamwork and build consensus • Track progress toward your PBIS goals • Troubleshoot stalled progress toward goals

ADMINISTRATOR RESOURCES

“You’re Going to Love This Kid!”

Cultural Reciprocity in Special Education Building Family–Professional Relationships By Maya Kalyanpur, Ph.D., & Beth Harry, Ph.D.

“A profound reciprocal process for moving from cultural knowledge to cultural wisdom.” —Ann Turnbull, Ed.D., University of Kansas

Great for in-service teacher training sessions, this readerfriendly text on cultural reciprocity is a must for preparing special educators to collaborate effectively with today’s diverse families. Learn how to: • Recognize how your values and beliefs might affect your interactions with families • Improve IEP meetings through effective crosscultural communication • Combine ideas from diverse value systems to find solutions that work for everyone

Great Ideas

Using Service–Learning and Differentiated Instruction to Help Your Students Succeed By Pamela J. Gent, Ph.D.

“With Gent’s expert guidance, [service– learning] can come to life in your school!” —Rachel Janney, Ph.D., Inclusive School Works, Blacksburg, Virginia

Promote inclusion, differentiate instruction, and give back to the community—while helping students meet academic standards. It’s all possible with the service–learning approach! This practical guide gives you complete guidance on planning, implementing, and monitoring service–learning, plus 30+ helpful forms. $34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-69858 | 2009 | 296 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-55766-985-8

$34.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72315 | 2012 | 216 pages | 7 x 10 | paperback | ISBN 978-1-59857-231-5

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Request your exam copy today! www.brookespublishing.com/exam-copies Landmark reading and dyslexia texts in the Extraordinary Brain Series!

Unraveling Reading Comprehension

READING & MATH

Behavioral, Neurobiological, and Genetic Components Edited by Brett Miller, Ph.D., Laurie E. Cutting, Ph.D., & Peggy McCardle, Ph.D., MPH

This urgently needed text is the only cohesive, up-to-date compendium of knowledge about the behavioral, neurobiological, and genetic components of reading comprehension. $74.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72445 | 2013 | 296 pages | 6 x 9 | hardcover | ISBN 978-1-59857-244-5 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

Developmental Dyslexia

Early Precursors, Neurobehavioral Markers, and Biological Substrates Edited by April A. Benasich, Ph.D., & R. Holly Fitch, Ph.D.

Deepen your students’ understanding of the precursors and early indicators of dyslexia with this cutting-edge research volume. 40+ international contributors examine genetic, neurobiological, and cognitive factors that may contribute to dyslexia. $74.95 | Stock#: 14102P-71868 | 2012 | 376 pages | 6 x 9 | hardcover | ISBN 978-1-59857-186-8

Dyslexia Across Languages

Orthography and the Brain–Gene–Behavior Link Edited by Peggy McCardle, Ph.D., M.P.H., Brett Miller, Ph.D., Jun Ren Lee, Ph.D., & Ovid J.L. Tzeng, Ph.D.

What causes dyslexia, and how does it manifest across languages? Get the latest answers based on the best, most current research.

Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction and Assessment, Pre-K–6 Edited by Martha C. Hougen, Ph.D., & Susan M. Smartt, Ph.D.

Based on cutting-edge research, best practices, and new professional standards, this core textbook fully prepares pre-K–Grade 6 educators to teach every fundamental literacy skill and align instruction with Common Core State Standards. $64.95 | Stock #: 14102P-72056 | 2012 | 320 pages | 8 ½ x 11 | 2-color hardcover | ISBN 978-1-59857-205-6 E-book also available—see www.brookespublishing.com/ebooks

Understanding RTI in Mathematics Proven Methods and Applications

Edited by Russell Gersten, Ph.D., & Rebecca S. Newman-Gonchar, Ph.D.

Why Is Math So Hard for Some Children?

The Nature and Origins of Mathematical Learning Difficulties and Disabilities Edited by Daniel B. Berch, Ph.D., & Michèle M.M. Mazzocco, Ph.D., with invited contributors

More than 35 internationally known contributors share their expertise on risk factors for math difficulties, connections between mathematics and reading disabilities, neuropsychological factors in mathematical learning disabilities, and much more. $52.95 | Stock #: 14102P-68646 | 2007 | 488 pages | 6 x 9 | hardcover | ISBN 978-1-55766-864-6

$74.95 | Stock#: 14102P-71851 | 2011 | 368 pages | 6 x 9 | hardcover | ISBN 978-1-59857-185-1

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Systematic Instruction for Students with Moderate and Severe Disabilities By Belva C. Collins, Ed.D.

—Harold L. Kleinert, Ed.D., University of Kentucky

Developed by a seasoned educator who has trained special education teachers for more than 25 years, this textbook fully prepares preservice K–12 teachers to use systematic instruction to link core content with critical life skills. Future educators will discover evidence-based methods that help them collect accurate screening and baseline data, plan successful instructional schedules, effectively use specific systematic instruction procedures such as graduated guidance and most-to-least prompting, expertly organize small-group systematic instruction, and more.

NEW

Third Edition

By Rachel Janney, Ph.D., & Martha E. Snell, Ph.D.

This NEW edition of the bestselling textbook gives future teachers a clear and concrete plan for K–12 inclusion. WHAT’S NEW:

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Teaching Everyone An Introduction to Inclusive Education

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With online instructor materials: handouts, PowerPoint slides, student activities, and more As you prepare a new generation of K–12 teachers for today’s inclusive classrooms, you need a new kind of special education textbook—one that focuses on children, not disability labels. Teaching Everyone is the accessible introductory text your students need to

Prepare tomorrow’s professionals to sensitively and effectively address aggressive and destructive behaviors in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With contributions from more than 30 prominent clinicians and researchers, this textbook gives future professionals cutting-edge research and empirically supported practices in six key topic areas: Self-Injurious Behavior, Aggressive Behavior, Sexual Offending Behavior, Eating Disorders, Criminal Behavior, and Therapeutic (Physical) Restraint.

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Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders By Robert L. Koegel, Ph.D., & Lynn Kern Koegel, Ph.D.

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Executive Function in the Classroom Practical Strategies for Improving Performance and Enhancing Skills for All Students

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Practically Speaking Language, Literacy, and Academic Development for Students with AAC Needs Edited by Gloria Soto, Ph.D., & Carole Zangari, Ph.D.

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The SCERTS® Model

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Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

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Evidence-Based Intervention Strategies for Communication and Social Interactions

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