Helping families to support their children in natural and …show more content…
In addition, inclusive practice exposes the children to advanced environments, which are also socially stimulating (Brotherson et al., 2010). In this regards, recent studies have shown that children that are engaged in inclusive playgroups were engaged in more social interactions and advanced forms of play (Dunn, 2004). Nonetheless, practitioners should ensure that children with disabilities are provided with adequate support to be able to exhibit meaningful participation (Dunst, & Bruder, 2002). Such an environment has been identified by Spann, Kohler & Soenksen, (2003) whereby they identified the models used in the early intervention of children suffering from autism. In this regards, it was observed that at least 73% of the students’ time was spent in the natural environment with regular children (Crais & Watson, 2014). Home school communication, on the other hand, was usually guided by a paraprofessional who helped guide autism patients (Spann, Kohler & Soenksen, 2003). In addition, autistic children are also provided with specific services such as therapeutic support staff, preschool placement, and occupation therapy (Matson, 2007). However, according to Spann, Kohler & Soenksen, (2003) most parents reported the intervention program as ineffective in the intervention of autism among affected