This companion workbook is designed to support caregivers as they guide young children through the transition from early intervention services to preschool special education. It walks caregivers through the transition process step by step, explaining how services shift from a family-centered model to a child-focused educational approach. The workbook helps caregivers understand timelines, transition meetings, evaluations, and eligibility while clarifying the roles of families, service coordinators, childcare providers, and school districts. Clear explanations make complex systems easier to navigate and reinforce the caregiver’s role as a key partner in planning.
The workbook also offers practical guidance on using IFSPs and IEPs to support children in early learning settings. It explains how caregivers can contribute meaningful observations, documentation, and curriculum insights to transition planning and how goals and outcomes can be embedded into daily classroom routines. By combining structured information with practical examples, this resource empowers caregivers to support continuity of services, promote inclusion, and help ensure a smooth, successful transition into preschool for children with special needs.
