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Our Resource Library contains materials and assistance for early childhood educators and those they serve. Explore our selection of podcasts, tip sheets, websites, documents, and self-study courses.
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| Resource Name | Description | Resource Type |
|---|---|---|
| Understanding Special Needs Rates of the Child Care Assistance Program | The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) Special Needs Rate is available for children with special needs in Minnesota who receive CCAP and meet designated criteria. This tip sheet provides a description of the Child Care Assistance Program's Special Needs Rate and the process to request. | Tipsheet |
| Using Children's Literature to Learn about Disabilities | Joan Blaska's book "Using Children's Literature to Learn about Disablities and Illness," 2nd edition is an invaluable resource for parents and educators. A must read for individuals wanting to help children learn about disabilites and illnesses through young children's literature. | Website |
| Vivir con una discapacidad: La perspectiva familiar (Living with a Disability: The Family Perspective) | Cómo los educadores de la primera infancia pueden demostrar un mayor nivel de empatía y sensibilidad sobre el impacto de la discapacidad de un niño en los padres/miembros de la familia.How early childhood educators can demonstrate an increased level of empathy and sensitivity about the impact of a child’s disability on parents/family members. | Tipsheet |
| Weighted Objects and Deep Touch Input | In this podcast, Cindy Croft and Priscilla Weigel talk with Gina Gibson, Occupational Therapist, Fraser, Minnesota, about guidelines for using weighted objects and other sensory interventions with young children. | Podcast |
| What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? | How the Americans with Disabilities Act applies to early care and education programs. | Tipsheet |
| What to Do (and Not Do) When Children Are Anxious | When children are chronically anxious, even the most well-meaning parents can fall into a negative cycle and, not wanting a child to suffer, actually exacerbate the youngster’s anxiety. It happens when parents, anticipating a child’s fears, try to protect her from them. Here are pointers from the Child Mind Institute for helping children escape the cycle of anxiety. | Document |
| When Concerns Arise: Decided to Make a Referral | A Pacer Center Action Information Sheet designed to help identify concerns and decide if a referral is neccessary. | Document |
| When Should You Worry about Your Kid’s Picky Eating? | Many kids are picky about what they’ll eat. Chicken nuggets, hot dogs and buttered noodles are known as staples of kids’ diets for a reason. But for some kids, it’s more than just being picky. Here is an article written by Fraser Occupational Therapist and Feeding Clinic Mentor Laura Deering and Fraser Clinical Services Manager Valerie Olheiser. | Website |
| Why Should You Create a Sensory Bin for your Child? | Gina Gibson, Fraser Sensory Inclusion Specialist and Fraser Pediatric Therapy Staff writes, "creating a sensory bin for your kids is one way to encourage sensory play. Sensory bins can be particularly beneficial for children struggling with language, children with developmental disabilities or those with food or sensory sensitivities." | Website |
| Wilderness Inquiry (WI) | Wilderness Inquiry is a non- profit organization dedicated to promoting outdoor fun for people of all abilities and walks of life. The outdoor activities are in Minnesota and Wisconsin. | Website |
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