The story of Lucy and Nell

This text uses a straightforward approach and a highly personalized tone to present research and teaching practices, emphasizing the effects of disabilities on the lives of individuals, their families, and their teachers. Themes of commonality and collaboration encourage respect, minimize teacher anxiety, and de-emphasize the typical clinical approach to this content."Portfolio Activities" help students prepare for their careers and provide resources such as online templates.Multicultural coverage has been fully integrated as a result of the advisory work of nationally known specialist Festus Obiakor (University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee).Enhancements to the companion Web site provide greater integration of print and online content, as well as links to further research on special education.