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Discover MyPlate: Emergent Reader Mini Books Discover MyPlate, from the United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA), includes six emergent readers featuring kindergarten-level sight words that help children build literacy skills while learning about the five food groups and MyPlate. Website
Disruptive Behavior: Why It’s Often Misdiagnosed It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that a child who’s pushing or hitting or throwing tantrums is angry, defiant or hostile. But in many cases disruptive, even explosive behavior stems from anxiety or frustration that may not be apparent to parents or teachers. Document
Does My Child Have Physical Developmental Delays? Use this tool to learn more about physical developmental delays for children ages 5 and under. The information is meant to help you start a conversation with your child’s pediatrician. Website
Does my unvaccinated child still have to wear a mask when the rest of the family doesn't? New guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no longer need to wear masks indoors or outdoors in most cases. But we realize that families with children who are not yet old enough for a vaccine may find it difficult to decide what's best for everyone. Here are a few things to keep in mind from The American Academy of Pediatrics. Website
Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota serves residents in the state of Minnesota as well as neighboring states. Services include information packets, parent support groups, newsletter, lending library, and regional conference information. It is the mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota to empower individuals and families, to create community and celebrate the abilities of people with Down syndrome. Website
Down Syndrome: Health Issues The Down Syndrome: Health Issues website offers a compilation of articles, abstracts and essays involving a wide range of health related concerns for children with Down Syndrome. The site is assembled by a pediatrician who has a daughter with Down Syndrome and includes information lists, flow sheets, research links and opportunity to e-mail the site coordinator, Dr. Leshin. Website
Dynamic Movement Products, Inc. Our dance, exercise, movement and physical therapy equipment is made from the highest quality stretch band fabrics to promote physical strength and flexibility, body responsiveness, creativity, group cooperation and team building. After playing and moving in our products you will feel more energized, alert yet calm, and deeply satisfied! Website
Early Care and Education Portal - CDC As an early care and education provider (such as a childcare provider, Head Start teacher, early intervention provider, home visitor, or other educator of young children), you are on the frontlines of public health. Thank you for the important work you do each day. You are a valuable partner in promoting and safeguarding the health and wellbeing of our nation’s children and families. To help you in your important role, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers many resources—from free training courses to educational materials you can share with families. This online portal is your access point to the latest early childhood resources from the CDC. Website
Early Childhood Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety Resource List This comprehensive resource list is from the Office of Head Start National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Saftey. Document
Early Steps Early Steps, within the Division of Children's Medical Services, serves families with infants and toddlers, birth to 36 months of age, who have developmental delays or an established condition likely to result in a developmental delay. Each child receives an Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) that meets his or her needs. Families and caregivers also receive support to develop the skills and confidence they need to help their children learn and develop. Website