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Children of intercountry adoptions in school : a primer for parents and professionals /

Offers practical guidelines and suggestions for parents and school personnel to better understand and meet the educational needs of the children of intercountry adoption. Children of intercountry adoption have complex histories that place them at high risk for difficulty or failure in school. Teache...

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Main Author: Meese, Ruth Lyn
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Westport, Conn. : Bergin & Garvey, 2002.
Subjects:
Minorities > Education > United States > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Adopted children > Education > United States > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Intercountry adoption > United States.
Minority students > United States > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Children of minorities > Education > United States > Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Handbook
handbooks.
manuals (instructional materials)
Handbooks and manuals.
Online Access: Full text (MFA users only)
ISBN:0313012903
9780313012907
1280927925
9781280927928
9786610927920
6610927928
Local Note:ProQuest Ebook Central
Table of Contents:
  • Pt. I. Understanding Children of Intercountry Adoption. 1. Introduction: Who Are These Children? 2. Risks for School Performance Associated with Intercountry Adoption. 3. Adoption and Institutionalization Issues in the School Years
  • pt. II. Helping the Child at School. 4. Classroom Strategies for Parents and Teachers. 5. Language, Learning, and Limited English Proficiency. 6. Accessing Special Education and Section 504 Services. 7. Postscript: Laura, Jennifer, and Olivia. App. B. Literature for Children and Young Adults.

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