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| Curriculum from the Perspective of Infants and Toddlers: Part Three | In part 3 of this three part series of podcasts on infant and toddler curriculum, Cindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga describe three important learning contexts and the use of a cycle of planning, observing and adapting to implement curriculum. | Podcast |
| Curriculum from the Perspective of Infants and Toddlers: Part Two | In Part 2 of this three part series of podcasts on infant and toddler curriculum, Cindy Croft, Priscilla Weigel and Beth Menninga describe how three key developmental tasks can inform curriculum planning. | Podcast |
| "Just Breathe" Helps Kids Deal with Emotions | "Just Breathe" is a short film that can be used to help children deal with emotions. Emotional responses are hard to navigate at any age. Figuring out how and what you are physically feeling is particularly challenging when you're feeling things like rage, sadness, disgust, and confusion for the first time. Sometimes, though, the best thing to do is just breathe. | Website |
| 1-2-3 Trauma-Sensitive Toolkit for Caregivers | This toolkit was developed by public health nurses with the Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) Weaving Bright Futures Program. Their goal was to improve the resilience of caregivers and the children in their care. It is intended to support caregivers on their journey toward trauma sensitivity. It is organized by topic. Each topic contains a brief overview, specific tools that can be used with children, and suggestions on where to find more information. Also included are handouts that can be used as teaching aids. Each toolkit topic builds upon the previous ones. | Website |
| 10 Accessible and Sensory-Friendly Halloween Ideas for Kids who are Blind or Visually Impaired | Although originally designed for children with visual impairments, this resource offers activities that all children would find enjoyable! | Website |
| 10 Alternatives to Restraining a Child with Special Needs | The purpose of restraining is to keep something from continuing to take place, and is often a last resort. Here are 10 different strategies that parents and caregivers can try to minimize and avoid physical restraining their children, that may help prevent the need for it at all | Website |
| 10 Books That Empower Kids to Stand Up and Speak Out | Books can be great resources for change-minded kids, helping them think about why and how they can be a force for good in a complicated world and have an impact, large or small. Here are some great books for readers of all ages. | Website |
| 10 Halloween Safety Tips for Children with Special Needs | Check out these safety tips from the National Lekotek Center for all children to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween! | Document |
| 10 Routines That Will Strengthen a Parent-Child Relationship | We all crave those close moments with our children that melt our hearts. Connection is as essential to us as it is to our children. When our relationship is strong, it's also sweet, so we receive as much as we give. That's what makes parenting worth all the sacrifices. Researchers remind us that we need five positive interactions to each negative interaction to keep a relationship healthy. Here are ten that don't add time to your day, but do add connection. | Website |
| 10 Safety Coloring Signs for Kids | We've put together 10 fun coloring pages to increase kids' awareness around the house and on the street. The safety signs feature a friendly penguin and include fun facts to help them remember each sign. Whether you decide to hang them up in your home or enjoy them as a coloring activity, these safety signs will teach your kids valuable safety rules. | Website |
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