Resources
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Modeling/Recasting – Modeling Video
Children often practice new words until they get the hang of them. Although not clearly articulated, the parent is restating the attempted word (splat) for the child in order to encourage her to keep practicing the word. This also teaches your child how to comment on what they are doing.
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Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised (M-CHAT-R)
The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised (M-CHAT-R) is a screening tool intended for toddlers between 16 and 30 months of age. The results will let you know if further evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder may be needed.
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Mommy Speech Therapy Blog
A blog by a speech-language pathologist/mom sharing some tips and techniques she has learned over the years in working with her clients and her own kids, and hopefully give you the information you need to be successful in helping your little ones become the very best communicators they can be.
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NAEYC Resources Page
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) website has a library of research-based resources, tips, and ideas for familiesโfrom child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!
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Narrating Daily Activities – Modeling Video
Even before your child can talk, they are learning to listen and learning about the world around them. When you use simple language to describe daily activities, it will help your child make sense of their world. Eventually, they will learn to tell you about what’s happening around them.
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O.W.L. – Observe, wait, listen! – Modeling Video
OBSERVE: Watch your child and notice what has their interest. WAIT: Wait 5-10 seconds for your child to process what they are observing. They may start talking when you wait. LISTEN: If your child talks, you can restate what they shared and affirm what they notice going on around them.
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Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services Blog
The Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) understands the many challenges still facing individuals with disabilities and their families. Therefore, OSERS is committed to improving results and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages. OSERS supports programs that serve millions of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
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Parenting Resources: The Tapestry Project
The transition to parenthood can be exciting, joyful, stressful, and scary. Many people want to change generational patterns or learn new strategies for parenting but donโt know how to start. The Encompass Tapestry project provides the strength of community through workshops and therapeutic services for people navigating the path to parenthood.
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PAVE: Partnerships for Action, Voices for Empowerment
PAVE provides information, resources, training, inclusive events, community referrals, support groups and person-centered plans for families and individuals with disabilities.
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PBS Child Development Tracker
Browse age-appropriate activities that support healthy child development in the areas of emotions & self-awareness, social skills, character, literacy, and math. Activities feature your child’s favorite characters like Daniel Tiger, Curious George, Sesame Street, and more!
