Choose one book from the list of books written by parents of a special needs child and describe the challenge the parents faced and what, if anything, helped them throughout the process of coming to terms with who their child is. What did you learn from the book that could enhance your working closely with parents of children with special needs? (3-4 pages)
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The child’s condition, how the parent learned about it, the behavior of professionals working with the parents, the trials and tribulations of the parents. How might this book influence you in your work with parents who have special needs children? What feelings got stirred in you as you read this book and what new things did you learn? What more would you like to learn about this work? This is a reaction paper so I want to learn about your reactions.