By Padmaja Sarathy

Give parents the tools to actively participate and make informed decisions as their young children with disabilities go through the transition process. With a "what you need to know and do" approach, the new Second Edition provides parents with current law and research, plus the latest family- and child-centered practices that will lead to desired academic and school outcomes. Parents will be empowered to advocate for their child with competence and confidence by gaining:

• An overview of the law, including IDEA Part C regulations and the Every Student Succeeds Act
• Critical actions they need to take at every stage to achieve a smooth transition
• New charts and tools including Checklist of Development Concerns, Transition Timeline Checklists, My Child's Profile and more
• Guidance to play an active role in preparing their child for preschool and kindergarten settings, including suggestions for books and activities
• And more!