From the introduction: "As described in the 2014 DEC Recommended Practices, sensitive and responsive interactional practices are foundational for promoting learning for all children. For children who have or are at risk for developmental delays or disabilities, 'they represent a critical set of strategies  for  fostering  social-emotional  competence,  communication,  cognitive  development,  problem-solving,  autonomy,  and  persistence.' Here are some resources for promoting recommended interactional practices."