We are so pleased to introduce the work of Janice Fialka, LMSW, ACSW, lecturer, author, and advocate for inclusive practices. In her most recent book, Parents and Professionals Partnering for Children with Disabilities: A Dance that Matters, Janice draws upon her experiences as a parent of a son with disabilities and as an educator to provide practical guidance, strategies, and resources.
Corwin Press has graciously agreed to allow ISN to provide you with an excerpt from this outstanding book.
You can read the excerpts below and order the book HERE.
EXCERPT 1: THE DANCE TOWARD PARTNERSHIP: USING THE DANCE TO UNDERSTAND PARENT-PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIPS (PAGES 5-12)
EXCERPT 2: THE DANCE MANUAL: ESSENTIAL STEPS TO KEEP ON DANCING (PAGES 94-97)
EXCERPT 3: THE DANCE MANUAL 101 (PAGES 101-103)
EXCERPT 4: A DANCE THAT MATTERS (PAGE 137)
You order the book HERE.
Below are a few more of her helpful resources from a parent's perspective.