This story supplements
Exceptional Children and Youth 4/
e by Nancy Hunt and Kathleen Marshall.
In
The Story of Lucy and Nell, Nancy Hunt recounts her own experiences during the birth, care, and early development of her low-birthweight twins-born at 1 pound, 14 ounces, and 1 pound, 11 ounces. It can be read on many levels: It is an intensely personal and human account; yet it can also play a strong role in teaching about individuals who are exceptional. Its content relates directly to the main text's Chapter 2, "Risk Factors and Early Intervention." Together,
The Story of Lucy and Nell and the main text provide a powerful learning experience for you.
The author would like to thank Jeffrey Pomerance,
M.
D.,
for his careful reading and helpful comments regarding this case study.
