Publications

Danahy, Laurie; Murphy, Cari Lee; Olson, Jennifer (2005). Linking Research and Practice through Innovative In-Service Offerings. Family Literacy Forum, 4 (1), 19-26.

New research and exemplary practice continually are emerging in the fields of early literacy and family literacy. These proven concepts and strategies can be of great assistance to personnel working in family literacy settings.

(2004). Promoting Inclusive Child Care in Idaho. Prepared for: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Medicaid

All families struggle to find quality child care that is affordable. Families who have children with special needs face an even greater challenge. That is, finding quality child care that is affordable and with providers who are willing and adequately prepared to care for their children. This paper will discuss the benefits of, and barriers to the provision of inclusive child care from a variety of perspectives. Strategies to promote inclusion using Medicaid funded developmental therapy are presented and the strengths and weaknesses of these approaches are identified. Inclusive child care training and financing programs other than Medicaid are additionally highlighted. (This paper can be downloaded by clicking here.)

Danahy, L.R., & Olson, J.J. (2003). Literacy for the littlest: Sharing books with babies and toddlers. Family Literacy Forum, 2 (2), 41-45.

This article relates early reading experiences to the developmental needs of babies and toddlers. The authors offer a range of practical suggestions for book sharing as a positive element in the busy lives of families.

Demchak, M., & Greenfield, R.G. (2000). A transition portfolio for Jeff: A student with multiple disabilities. Teaching Exceptional Children, 32 (6), 44-49.

This article describes the use of a transition portfolio to help a student with severe, multiple disabilities make the transition from middle school to high school. It describes the information gathering process and desirable portfolio components including personal and medical information, positioning, educational programming, adaptations and supports, communication, reinforcement strategies and behavior support, and problem solving.

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