Recommended Reading

Inclusive Schools in Action: Making Differences Ordinary
by James McLeskey and Nancy Waldron
ASCD, 2000
ISBN: 0871203898

Every school and district that cares about the well-being of students can benefit from the practical, proven advice in this guide to inclusion. Based on 12 years of working with more than 50 schools, the authors offer advice and ideas that are immediately useful, such as

• Resources and supports that enhance an inclusive classroom
• Learning activities and social opportunities that ensure each student is part of the school community
• Strategies that ensure an inclusive school continues to improve

Inclusive Schools in Action contains many examples and perspectives from classroom teachers, along with figures that present strategies, adaptations, and other practical information. By weaving together their experiences with the research, the authors provide educators with comprehensive information and tools for developing or improving inclusive schools.

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This article is in the public domain and can be freely copied and used in trainings as handouts at parent and community meetings, and in creating your school or district programs. (Please cite all sources of materials you use.)

This information is provided by:
Office of State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Special Education
P O Box 47200
Olympia, WA 98504-7200
(360) 725-6088
Fax (360)586-1631
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