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INTRODUCTION

IDEA states that an infant and toddler's (ages birth to 3) services must be provided in natural environments as defined by law and a preschooler's (ages 3 though 5) services must be provided in the least restrictive environment (LRE). This section is for you, as a parent, to learn more about natural environments and LRE, to read stories from other families and to learn about available resources.

Contents

  1. Definitions
  2. How Natural Environments and Preschool LRE Look When Implemented
  3. Family Stories
  4. Resources
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