Great Start Materials Order Form The following materials are available to school districts and others who work with children ages 0-5 and their families. It is the mission of the Oakland Schools Early Childhood Department to work collaboratively with schools, families and other social, health, and related agencies to support the total development of all children from birth through eight years of age in Oakland County. In order to help accomplish our mission, we are providing resources and materials to support the school success of all young children. We appreciate the grant support from the Office of Great Start that assists us with production costs. Parent Resource Guide Social and Emotional Health The Oakland County Parent Resource Guide is designed for A Guide for Families with Children Birth to the families of children 0-5 years of age and the agencies that Age 8 provide services to these children. There are critical skills a child needs to have in order to be We hope that families will find the guide helpful in accessing ready to learn. These are called social and emotional skills. and using the many resources available in Oakland County. This booklet is for parents who want to help their children (birth to eight) to be socially and emotionally healthy so they are ready to: make and keep friends, express how they feel in safe ways and, learn throughout life. Five Ways to Support Your Growing Child! Strengthening Families is a national strategy to build strong Eat Smart, Move More families and promote optimal child development. The This guide offers parents and caregivers simple Oakland County Initiative involves parent partnerships, solutions to help their families eat smart and program shifts and system changes. The approach benefits move more. It contains tips on nutrition, active all and works with families’, builds on family strengths play, and screen time. It also offers practical community partners and programs. information to help support healthy habits in young children and families. Learn and Grow Together Designed to help you understand and Amazing Me support development. It your child’s In this story, an amazing kangaroo named Joey shows all of provides information about stages of child the amazing things he can do now that he is 3 years old. development and fun activities you can do These amazing things are called developmental milestones. together to help your child learn and grow. First steps, first words, and using the potty for the first time are all developmental milestones. This book will show you what to look for as your child grows Coming Soon: and develops. Parent Guide: Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Great Start Materials Order Form The following materials are available to school districts and others who work with children ages 0-5 and their families. It is the mission of the Oakland Schools Early Childhood Department to work collaboratively with schools, families and other social, health, and related agencies to support the total development of all children from birth through eight years of age in Oakland County. In order to help accomplish our mission, we are providing resources and materials to support the school success of all young children. We appreciate the grant support from the Office of Great Start that assists us with production costs. Parent Resource Guide The Oakland County Parent Resource Guide is designed for the families of children 0-5 years of age and the agencies that provide services to these children. We hope that families will find the guide helpful in accessing and using the many resources available in Oakland County. Social and Emotional Health A Guide for Families with Children Birth to Age 8 There are critical skills a child needs to have in order to be ready to learn. These are called social and emotional skills. This booklet is for parents who want to help their children (birth to eight) to be socially and emotionally healthy so they are ready to: make and keep friends, express how they feel in safe ways and, learn throughout life. Five Ways to Support Your Growing Child! Strengthening Families is a national strategy to build strong families and promote optimal child development. The Oakland County Initiative involves parent partnerships, program shifts and system changes. The approach benefits all families’, builds on family strengths and works with community partners and programs. Eat Smart, Move More This guide offers parents and caregivers simple solutions to help their families eat smart and move more. It contains tips on nutrition, active play, and screen time. It also offers practical information to help support healthy habits in young children and families. Learn and Grow Together Designed to help you understand and support your child’s development. It provides information about stages of child development and fun activities you can do together to help your child learn and grow. Amazing Me In this story, an amazing kangaroo named Joey shows all of the amazing things he can do now that he is 3 years old. These amazing things are called developmental milestones. First steps, first words, and using the potty for the first time are all developmental milestones. This book will show you what to look for as your child grows and develops. Coming Soon: Parent Guide: Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?
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