Brochure for Health Care Professionals: "Your Next
Patient Has Autism..."
- A tri-fold brochure developed for the many health
professionals (nurses, physicians, technicians and others) who provide
services for children on the autism spectrum.
Learn The Signs. Act
Early. Health Care Professional Downloads &
Parent Downloads -
It's time to change
how we view a child's growth. Do you know all the ways you should
measure your child’s growth? The good news is, the earlier a delay is
recognized the more you can do to help your child reach her full
potential.
Download Issues of the ARC/FIE's Key Player Packet -
click here.
Lead Poisoning Prevention &
Informational Downloads - click here.
Baby Stages Wheel: A Parent’s and Caregiver’s Guide to the Social and
Emotional Development of Infants and Toddlers Wheel Ordering Information
(PDF) -
Click here. Tips for new parents and
child caregivers comes in the form of a handy “wheel.” The Michigan
Association for Infant Mental Health (MI-AIMH), the Michigan Department
of Community Health and Michigan State University Extension have created
a “wheel” that can steer parents and those working with infants and
families through the critical first years! Easy to read and user
friendly, parents and caregivers can follow an infant’s progress around
the wheel until he or she is three years old. With just a ‘turn of the
dial’ a caring adult will discover many things he or she can do to
nurture a strong relationship and support healthy social and emotional
development in the first years.
MDCH Booklet "Social-Emotional
Development in Young Children" -
click here (PDF).
The 2005-2006 Michigan Watch Me
Grow calendar is now available. Each month this two-year calendar
highlights a different Michigan program or activity designed to
encourage the growth, health and well-being of young children. Calendars
only cost $1.00 each. Click here
for a (PDF) copy of the 2005-2006 order form.
Lead Poisoning
Prevention & Informational Downloads
Lead Poisoning Informational
Brochure (PDF):
Is Your Child Safe From Lead Poisoning? (from the Michigan
Department of Community Health Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Program)
MI
Difficulty Making Adequate Yearly Progress Linked to Lead Poisoning
- This map (click
here for PDF map) overlays 2001-02 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP)
status over elementary school attendance area in the city of Grand
Rapids. The map then plots elevated blood lead level cases that are
greater than or equal to 10 ug/dL in 2000 by elementary attendance area.
Statistical analysis of these data (a F Test) indicated that schools
having more children with lead poisoning greater than 10 ug/dL is
significantly related to not achieving AYP status.
Download an updated information
sheet for parents on lead poisoning from Prevention Network/Parenting
Awareness Michigan -
click here (PDF).
Early On Downloads
Click here to download an Early On
Michigan flyer highlighting milestones in development for children birth -
three years of age as an 8.5" x 11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=120k).
Click here to download
an Early On Michigan poster highlighting developmental issues as an
8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=107k).
Click here to download
an Early On Michigan poster (female) highlighting social-emotional
issues as an
8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=110k).
Click here to download
an Early On Michigan poster (male) highlighting social-emotional
issues as an
8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=114k).
Click here to download
"Early Literacy: Helping Your Child Become A Reader" as an
8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=110k).
There are many ways that you can encourage your child to become a reader.
Here are some questions that you can ask yourself to make sure that you
are keeping on track.
Click here to download
"Helping Your Child: Social & Emotional Preparation" as an
8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=381k).
Children start school with different degrees of social and emotional
maturity. These skills take time and practice to learn. Give your child
opportunities at home to begin to develop the following positive
qualities.
Click here to download
"How to Choose an Early Childhood Program that Promotes Family
Involvement" as an 8.5"x11" print (PDF; 1 page; size=266k). If you are looking for an
early childhood program that encourages family involvement you need to do
two things. First, tell the program's director that you and your family
want to be involved in your child's education while in the program.
Second, ask what opportunities are available for family involvement in the
program. Below are some questions that you can ask when looking for a
program that encourages family involvement.
Click here to download
"Implementation Guide to Natural Environments" (PDF; 23 pages; size=403k)
This guide was developed by the State Interagency Coordinating Council,
November 2003.
Click here to download
"Implementation Guide to Natural Environments" (PDF; 23 pages; size=403k)
This guide was developed by the State Interagency Coordinating Council,
November 2003.
Image on left is only a .jpg file that is a
preview image. Actual image is much larger.
Download the
Family Rights Brochure.
(397 kb, pdf, 8.5" x 11", 2 pages) Images on left are .jpg files that
are
preview images. Actual image is much larger.
Click here to
download the Early On Michigan
Procedural Safeguards in Color. (260 kb, pdf, 8.5" x 11", 10 pages) Image on left is only a .jpg file that is a
preview image. Actual image is much larger.
Click here to
download the Early On Michigan
Procedural Safeguards in Black & White. (231 kb, pdf, 8.5" x 11", 10
pages) Image on left is only a .gif file that is a
preview image. Actual image is much larger.
A Family Guide to Common Terms Associated with
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
(pdf version) -
click here.
A Family Guide to Common Terms Associated with
Psychological Evaluations (pdf
version) -
click here.
A Family Guide to Common Terms
Associated with Sensory Integration -
click here.
Note: The definition "concentration" should be "co-contraction".
A Family Guide to Common Terms Associated with
Speech Therapy
(pdf version) -
click
here.
A Family Guide to Common Terms Associated with
Special Education (pdf version) -
click here.
A Family Guide to Common Medical Terms Associated
with Special Education (pdf version) -
click here.
Click
here to download our new
Early Childhood Developmental Poster
(LEGAL SIZE) (460 kb, pdf,
8.5" x 14") Image on left is only a .gif file that is a
preview image. Actual image is much larger.
Click
here to download our new Early Childhood Developmental Poster
(LARGE) (460 kb, pdf,
24" x 36") Image on left is only a .gif file that is a
preview image. Actual image is much larger.
Click
here to download our new
Activities to Help Your Child Learn Language sheets (1,038 kb, pdf, 2
pages, 8 1/2" x 11") Images on left are .tif files that are only
preview images. Actual images are much larger. Lighter colors
used are printer and copier friendly.
Ed
Pubs Online Ordering System
ED Pubs
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This system is
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products. Please use the searching options below to identify the
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different products per order. Please call EdPubs for
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Recommended new resources available to families
from the U.S. Department of Education: All publications are
in full color, are free of charge, and can be ordered in quantity.
Publications are also available in Spanish. Alternate formats including
Braille, large print, audiotape or diskette are available by calling
202-260-9895.
Helping Your Preschool Child 63 pages; Item #EK 0455P
With activities for children from infancy through age 5
Includes activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Also features
sections on kindergarten, taking charge of TV, choosing child care and a
ready for school checklist.
Helping Your Child Become a Reader 62 pages; Item #EK 0454P
With activities for children from infancy through age 6
Includes activities for children by age or stage, learning with
computers, visiting the library, a reading checklist, typical language
accomplishments for children (birth to age 6) and resources for families
and caregivers.
Helping Your Child Succeed in School 55 pages; Item #EK 0458P
With activities for children ages 5 through 11
Includes listening skills tips, learning activities by age or stage,
organizational skills for kids, tips for parents on how to work with
teachers and schools, tips for helping your child with test taking, and
resources for parents.
Helping Your Child Through Early Adolescence
88 pages; Item #EK 0457P
For parents of children ages 10 - 14
Includes tips on building communication skills, confidence and
independence in your child. Parental involvement, reading, motivation,
values and problem solving skills are also covered in this booklet.
FREE Healthy Start Kit:
Healthy Start, Grow Smart: Newborn through 12-Month Old Kit - We came
across a new resource that we feel you may be interested in. Call the
number below to order your FREE copy of the kit – be sure to request it in
English and Spanish (if needed). The following information is from the US
Department of Education. FREE Healthy Start Kit: Healthy Start, Grow Smart:
Newborn through 12-Month Old Kit (Available in English and Spanish) - To
order your copy or to ask specific questions about this kit call
1-877-4-EDPUBS today!
What is CEN? CEN is a statewide
education information network. It offers products and services that respond
to the education needs of families, educators, community service providers,
and others across Michigan who have a vested interest in the education of
ALL students-including those with disabilities.
Learn The Signs. Act Early. Health Care
Professionals Downloads
It's time to
change how we view a child's growth. Do you know all the ways you should
measure your child’s growth? We naturally think of height and weight, but
from birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he plays,
learns, speaks and acts. A delay in any of these areas could be a sign of a
developmental problem, even autism. The good news is, the earlier it’s
recognized the more you can do to help your child reach her full potential.
Here you can view
or download the various materials for the "Learn
the Signs. Act Early." Campaign designed for parents and health care
professionals. All downloads are available in the Adobe® Portable Document
Format (PDF).
It's time to
change how we view a child's growth. Do you know all the ways you should
measure your child’s growth? We naturally think of height and weight,
but from birth to 5 years, your child should reach milestones in how he
plays, learns, speaks and acts. A delay in any of these areas could be a
sign of a developmental problem, even autism. The good news is, the
earlier it’s recognized the more you can do to help your child reach her
full potential.
Here you can view or download the
various materials for the "Learn the Signs. Act Early." Campaign
designed for parents and health care professionals. All downloads are
available in the Adobe® Portable Document Format (PDF). You will need
the free
Adobe Acrobat Reader plug-in to view and print these files.
Health care professional?
Click
here to download materials for your patients.
Brochure for Health Care Professionals: "Your Next Patient Has Autism..."
Brochure for Health Care Professionals: "Your
Next Patient Has Autism..." (PDF; size=247k) -
The Education Subcommittee of the North
Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System (NSLIJHS) Autism Steering Committee
has recently completed work on its first educational initiative. “Your Next
Patient Has Autism...” is a tri-fold brochure developed for the many health
professionals – nurses, physicians, technicians and others – who provide
services for children on the autism spectrum. It is especially designed for
those who only occasionally treat this population. Physical assessment,
diagnostic imaging, and a variety of other interventions – both invasive and
non-invasive – may induce fear and anxiety in people with autism. Their
behavioral responses to such experiences often interfere with needed care
and increase the risk of physical and/or psychological trauma. “Your Next
Patient Has Autism...” provides caregivers with a brief synopsis of autism
together with specific recommendations for managing the special needs of
these patients in the context of in-patient or out-patient healthcare.
Click
here to download our new
