Early childhood inclusion is a national prioritybut how can preschool programs step up the progress of inclusion and ensure that all young children learn and grow together? Big-picture change is the answer, and this new edition of a trusted bestseller offers programs, communities, and states a clear path forward.Written by top inclusion experts and updated with timely new topics and tools, this comprehensive resource will help readers develop program-level policies for implementing and sustaining full-scale preschool inclusion. School leaders and administrators will learn how to overcome today's challenges to high-quality inclusion, establish a strong collaborative team, create a solid action plan for building an inclusive program, and monitor how well the plan works. This how-to guide also includes a wealth of practical tools and resources for creating supportive policies, procedures, and practices.Great for use as a self-directed professional learning resource or as a textbook in early childhood administration courses, this toolbox of ready-to-use guidance will help program leaders promote access, participation, and belonging for all young children.WHAT'S NEWIncreased focus on equityMore guidelines and materials on coaching for preschool inclusionNew and expanded chapters on identifying program challenges, creating new policies and procedures, establishing effective professional development systems, and using evidence-based practicesUpdates on current policy statements and challenges related to inclusionNew examples of implementation strategiesUpdated practical tools for supporting preschool inclusion teamsResources on facilitating an action plan for a successful inclusive programPRACTICAL MATERIALS: To enhance independent study or coursework, this book includes fact sheets, templates, infographics, checklists, sample materials, problem-solving tips, and reflection questions. Forms and appendixes are reproducible and available on the Brookes Download Hub.