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GARC Practical Toolkits Series · No. 04

GARC Early Years Autism Toolkit

A guide to inclusive early childhood settings, family partnership, communication, play and development.

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Edition
1.0
Year
2026
Resource language
English
Intended audience
Early years teachers, nursery staff, families and child-development teams

Overview

A guide to inclusive early childhood settings, family partnership, communication, play and development.

Why it matters

The resource translates research-informed principles into concrete steps and adaptable planning tools.

Major topics covered

  • Early communication and AAC
  • play
  • sensory access
  • routines
  • family partnership
  • safeguarding

Practical tools included

First-ten-days checklist, child information and setting-based planning tools

Suggested citation

Global Autism Research Center (GARC). (2026). GARC Early Years Autism Toolkit. Edition 1.0. GARC Practical Toolkits Series, No. 04.

Responsible use

This educational resource is not a diagnostic tool, clinical instrument, legal opinion or substitute for professional judgment. Apply relevant local requirements.

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