Parents and Professionals Partnering for Children with Disabilities : A Dance That Matters

Cultivating partnership with parents through the dance of communication The authors draw upon the themes of dance and partnership and their years of experience as successful consultants, trainers, and parents to accomplish the journey to partnership between teachers and caregivers. They outline a developmental approach to helping teachers of children with special needs improve their working relationship with parents. The authors' collective years of experience provide a deep sense of realism and compassion to this resource. Key features include: - Practical insights and field-tested solutions Easy-to-read, non-technical language Sample letters from educators to parents Stories and examples of positive communication