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The Autism Nest Model
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04 February 2025

The Autism Nest Model is a successful and much-praised program adopted by the New York City public school system as well as the top-ranked Danish school system. It has engaged and educated autistic children and their neurotypical peers for more than 20 years. The book's change in title from The ASD Nest Model to The Autism Nest Model is indicative of the evolution not only of language but also the understanding and practice that the new edition reflects. Although the Nest Model is designed for use in grades K-12, this book focuses on the elementary version, which serves students in K-5th grade.
The Nest Model helps schools create settings in which all children engage comfortably and successfully. Its comprehensive approach is lauded by families, students, teachers, therapists and school leaders alike. By laying out the process of developing the model, its philosophy, strategies, and practical examples, The Autism Nest Model is now available to a wide audience.
Preface
Chapter 1
Introduction
The Autism Nest Program Classroom Guideposts
The Three-Tier Model of Supports for the Autism Nest Program
Case Examples
Conclusion
Chapter 2: Classroom Guideposts
Overview of the Autism Nest Program
Prevention Strategies
Instructional Strategies and Supports
Social Supports That Strengthen Social Relational Development and Social Cognition
Replacement Behavior
Positive Reinforcement Systems
Using the Classroom Guideposts
Conclusion
Chapter 3: Three-Tier Model of Supports
Using the Tier I Classroom Checklist of Strategies and Supports
Using the Tier I Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
Using the Tier II Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
Using the Tier III Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
Conclusion
Chapter 4: The Three-Tier System and the Classroom Guideposts in Action
The Tier I Classroom Checklist in Operation
The Tier I Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
The Tier II Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
The Tier III Checklist of Strategies and Supports for Individual Students
References
About the Authors