Early Identification
25 Questions Early Childhood Professionals Should Ask Families
Today’s families are increasingly complex and diverse—and as a professional working with young children, you’ll need to gather a solid foundation of information as you partner with their families. This…
All About Young Children: Information for Families on Children’s Early Development
As a parent, you are your child’s first teacher. You have experienced how fascinating and how puzzling your young child can sometimes be. We invite you to explore with us…
All About Young Children
All About Young Children: Information for Families on Children’s Early Development. This website provides resources for families based on the California Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations and the California Preschool…
Bringing the Signs of Early Autism into Focus Video Tutorial (Video)
The Kennedy Krieger Institute and Maryland Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) have published a free online video to improve the recognition of the early signs of autism…
Brookes Publishing
Brookes has published highly respected resources in early childhood, early intervention, inclusive and special education, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, communication and language, behavior, and mental health. ASQ-3 ASQ-3 ASQ-3 screens…
CalECSE: Parent Resources
Journey through Early Intervention: A Parent’s Story In this enlightening presentation we delve into the intricate pathways of early intervention and special education assessment through the eyes of a parent…
California Early Start
California Early Start provides early intervention services for infants and toddlers from birth to age 3. This site describes the services, eligibility and how to make a referral.
California Early Start Information Packet
This Early Start Standardized Information Packet is for Children Aged 0-3 In California, early intervention services are offered by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) through a program called Early…
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Learn the Signs Act Early
From birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays, learns, speaks, acts and moves. Track your child’s development and act early if you have a…
Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMHC)
The Center for Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (CECMHC) was funded as an Innovation and Improvement Project by the Office of Head Start in October 2008. The 3-year grant brings…
Developmental and Behavioral Screening Guide for Early Care and Education Providers
Developmental and Behavioral Screening Guide for Early Care and Education Providers was developed by the California Statewide Screening Collaborative and funded by the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Early…
Early Childhood & Transition Lookup
Navigating early childhood and transition resources just got a little easier! The Department (DDS) is excited to announce the launch of the Early Childhood & Transition Resources Lookup. It is a…
