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MN Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network Our guest Dr. Jennifer Hall-Lande, a lead researcher on the MN ADDM Network, invites us into a helpful discussion related to early care and education.  She specializes in research in early identification and prevalence of autism and other developmental disabilities at the University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration and the Masonic Institute on the Developing Brain (MIDB).  She is also a clinical psychologist and serves as the CDC’s Act Early Ambassador to Minnesota.  Dr. Hall-Lande shares updated information about national autism numbers as well as Minnesota’s prevalence and explains the way this critical information is gathered.  She discusses symptoms of autism and shares ways that the early childhood educator can assist families as they navigate the pathway to diagnosis.  Podcast
MN Autism Resource Portal This website was created as a result of a joint state agency effort involving the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Department of Health (MDH), Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) and the Department of Human Services (DHS). The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities served as a key partner along with the Minnesota Department of Information Technology (MN.IT). The purpose of this website is to provide the Minnesota Autism community with up-to-date information and resources related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is the hope of all involved that this website will help the Minnesota Autism community connect, share and learn together. Content will be collected from a variety of sources, such as nonprofit organizations, state and federal agencies and other autism-related organizations.    Website
MN Department of Education - Early Childhood Outdoor Learning All children learn through play and exploration. Young children throughout Minnesota have access to rivers, prairies, forests, landscaped cities, and wonderful park systems through four distinct seasons. These environments are a resource that can be used by educators to support children’s development. This guide was written by Anna Dutke, Jenny Hanlon, and Shiela Williams Ridge and was made possible using federal funding through the PreschoolDevelopment Grants Birth through Five.
MN Department of Education - Kindergarten Information Starting kindergarten is a big milestone in a child’s life and is an important decision for all families. Five-year-old children are experiencing rapid changes in their growth and kindergarten provides a free learning opportunity that supports them during this critical time and lays a foundation for future school success. In kindergarten, your child will learn from highly qualified teachers and benefit from interacting with other children. Your family will become part of a learning community that values the unique needs of each child and fosters of love of learning. Minnesota is committed to supporting the success of all young children as they enter kindergarten. Website
MN DHS Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation to Child Care Are you wondering:What is Mental Health Consultation (MHC)? What are Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation benefits?Who are the consultants?When is consultation needed?What to expect?Cost?Contact the Minnesota Department of Human Services’ Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Coordinator: dhs.ecmh@state.mn.us Document
MN Early Learning Guidelines Birth to Three MN Early Learning Guidelines Birth to Three Document
Model Me Kids Model Me Kids® is dedicated to producing high quality teaching tools for children with Autism, Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS, and Nonverbal Learning Disorder. We strive to make our products affordable so that they are accessible to both families and educators. Designed as a teaching tool for children, adolescents, and teenagers with Autism, Aspergers, PDD-NOS, Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD or NLD), and developmental delays, the videos are used by parents, teachers, and therapists. The videos are also helpful for teaching children with developmental disabilities such as Down Syndrome. Website
Models of Inclusion in Child Care The Models of Inclusion in Child Care Project is aimed at providing the first investigation of programs and strategies which result in improved access of families having children with emotional or behavioral disorders to child care which is inclusive, family-centered, culturally-appropriate, and of high quality. The proposed project is outlined on the website, as well as articles, reports and workshop information generated by the research study. Document
Moebius Syndrome Foundation The Moebius Syndrome Foundation website answers questions related to Moebius Syndrome including what it is, how it occurs, how it is treated, newsletter, conference information, and a chat room. Special feeding equipment information is also available. Website
Monolingual Homes, Bilingual Babies? A new study shows how children in monolingual households can better pick up a second language. Document
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