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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SPECIAL EDUCATION Vol 21 2006. EARLY IDENTIFICATION AND INTERVENTIONS FOR children . AT RISK FOR LEARNING disabilities . Stephen M. Lange &. Brent Thompson West Chester University of Pennsylvania We propose that a model for EARLY screening of children aged 3-5 years for vulnerability for learning disabilities risk can result in preventive INTERVENTIONS , including collaborative INTERVENTIONS planned through parent-professional partnership. The goals of screening and preventive services would be to mitigate increased risk of learning disabilities in elementary school years. The present article describes the rationale for EARLY screening, dimensions that should comprise brief screening tools for use from ages 3-5 years, and potential preventive INTERVENTIONS that have empirical support.
Specifically, children who demonstrate learning disabilities during their elementary school years demonstrate early biological vulnerabilities including a genetic liability for mild cognitive delays or low birth weight. Once biologically vulnerable children begin to lag behind peers, their interaction with their social world and with modes of
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