To begin with, I believe that families are first and foremost when it comes to a childs individualized plan. Families need to be involved because they know their children more than anyone else. Families are extremely important during early intervention because the child doesn't have a past of IEP's to get information from. The book also states that their are relational or interactive subsystems. (Marital subsystem, parental subsystems, and extended family subsystems It important to know all of these subsystems in order to know how to best create a plan for a chid.
Children always act different at school than they do at home. When teachers, family members, therapist, etc. work together to determine what needs the child has, it helps everyone stay on the same page with helping that child succeed to the best of their ability. Parents can be great teachers at home. When a child is exposed to working towards goals at home as well as at school, they are more likely to reach their goals more easily.
Families are a great support system. Children love to see that others are proud of them. At school, children are always excited about making pictures for their parents and they always say, "Mom or Dad would be happy." If a child feels that their parents are supportive and proud of them, they will be eager to work on their goals. I also believe that early familiy involvement will build up the confidence of the children.
Reference:
Cook, Ruth E., Klein M. Diane, & Tessier, Annette. (2008). Adapting Early Childhood Curricula for Children with Special Needs (7th Edition). Columbus, OH: Pearson Prentice Hall.
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