""Understanding Mentally Retarded Children"" by Harriet Eleanor Blodgett is a comprehensive guide to understanding and working with children who have intellectual disabilities. The book covers a range of topics including the causes and characteristics of mental retardation, the various types of intellectual disabilities, and the challenges faced by families and caregivers of children with intellectual disabilities. Blodgett also provides practical advice and strategies for working with mentally retarded children in various settings, including schools, homes, and community programs. The book includes case studies and real-life examples to illustrate key concepts and approaches, as well as a glossary of terms and resources for further reading. Overall, ""Understanding Mentally Retarded Children"" is a valuable resource for educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone who works with or cares for children with intellectual disabilities. It provides a compassionate and insightful perspective on the unique needs and abilities of mentally retarded children, and offers practical guidance for supporting their growth and development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.