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| Resource Name | Description | Resource Type |
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| Center on Human Development and Disability University of Washington | CHDD is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive interdisciplinary research and training centers focusing on a wide array of developmental disabilities. More than 600 University of Washington faculty and staff members, as well as numerous doctoral and post-doctoral students, provide clinical services, interdisciplinary clinical and research training, and technical assistance and outreach training to community practitioners and community agencies. CHDD scientists and clinicians also conduct basic and applied research to generate new knowledge and disseminate information widely. | Document |
| Children with Special Health Needs | We welcome Sarah Hawley, RN, BSN, PHN of Minnesota Child Care Health Consultants back to the podcast. In this episode, we discuss the inclusion of children with special health needs into your childcare setting. Sarah shares information about the Americans with Disabilities Act and how it pertains to the enrollment of a child with special health needs. We also learn more about the critical importance of the Individualized Child Care Program Plan (ICCPP) and the key collaborative partnership with the family. For more information on this topic, Download this tip sheet, listen to another podcast on the same topic, and visit https://www.ada.gov/ | Podcast |
| CHILDREN’S BOOKS ABOUT SPECIAL NEEDS | This website provides a list of books about special needs, or with characters that are differently abled. These children’s books about disabilities are not didactic. Didactic books, or books that just simply explain a disability without a good story, are b-o-r-i-n-g, and as a consequence teach nothing. | |
| Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) | Here is a "Q and A" from the U.S. Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, of commonly asked questions about child care centers and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). | Document |
| Competencies for Early Childhood in the Context of Inclusion: Guidance and Issues for States | The National Professional Center on Inclusion (NPDCI) has released a concept paper identifying issues and providing guidance to states as they develop early educator competencies in the context of inclusion. Key issues include ensuring competencies reflect emerging research on effective practices for working in inclusive settings for children with and without disabilities, as well as linking early educator competencies with quality professional development opportunities, accountability systems, and other components of a comprehensive early childhood system. | Document |
| Disability Perceptions and Language | This tip sheet discusses the perceptions and stereotypes of disabilities as well as person-first and identity-first language. | Tipsheet |
| Early Childhood Transition Guidebook: What You Need to Know Before Your Child's Third Birthday | In Minnesota, the Infant and Toddler Intervention program covers children ages birth to 3 years who are eligible under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Part C focuses on helping the family meet the developmental needs of their child, such as learning to sit up, walk, or talk. Typically provided in natural environments, such as the child's home or child-care setting, these services and outcomes for the child and family are defined in an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). | Document |
| Emergency Planning for Children with Disabilities | How to consider the individual needs of children with special needs when planning and preparing for an emergency event. | Tipsheet |
| Engaging All Learners-Fire Safety in Early Childhood Settings | Audio Coming SOON!Explore general fire safety information for early childhood programs, including tips to prevent fires, evacuation plans, and strategies for evacuating children with specific disabilities. Knowledge and Competency Framework Area(s) -VII.B: Ensuring Safety (10 Hours)CDA Content Area -Content Area I: Planning a safe, healthy learning environment (10 Hours)Level 1 - Explores | Course |
| Family-Caregiver Partnerships: Building Strong Connections with Families of Children with Disabilities | How to build a partnership with families who have children with disabilities through understanding your role as an educator and appreciating the family’s perspective. | Tipsheet |
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