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Case Study: Fragile X

Ethan is a 5-year-old boy diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome (FXS), identified at 24 months after concerns about delayed speech, sensory sensitivities, and repetitive behaviors. Follow Ethan and his family as they progress through diagnosis, early intervention, preschool special education, and collaborative transition planning into kindergarten — with supports in communication, sensory regulation, behavior, and classroom adaptation.

Sample Learning Activities: Fragile X Syndrome

Video Library The video library is a compilation of almost 500 videos that may be used in early childhood intervention pre-service courses or in-service training. Each video contains the following relevant information:

• Title with a description
• Link to video
• Suggested citation
• Length of the video
• EI/ECSE standard
• DEC Recommended Practice

Resources to supplement the Syllabus:

National Fragile X Foundation

The Fragile X Society

American Academy of Pediatrics

Learning Module: Fragile X Syndrome Washington University