Early Intervention Resources
Early Childhood Special Education Resources
101 Activities to Do at Home in Quarantine with Toddlers and Preschoolers: https://www.paperpinecone.com/blog/101-activities-do-home-toddlers-preschoolers
Corona Virus Health and Safety Guide: https://paautism.org/resource/coronavirus-resources/?fbclid=IwAR3fkZZM2dUeEXWcJXLg69eC6TOz3HTSDWNVPN4ysptnx1FdFQYkEXhqJXk
COVID Resources and Assistance: https://www.unitedwayglv.org/take-action/covid-19-resources
Distance Learning Resources from a Special Educator: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13ykDxuVb8EtOLQZC_4hOTK-jqUT7uwTdXkyAioy9zI8/edit
Early Childhood Personnel Center: COVID 19 Resources: https://ecpcta.org/covid-19-resources/
Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center: Corona Virus Disease: https://ectacenter.org/topics/disaster/coronavirus.asp
Early Intervention Technical Assistance Portal: http://www.eita-pa.org/
Developmental Milestone List; https://papromiseforchildren.com/developmental-milestones-checklist/
Great Websites for Educational Learning Tools: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tjtkoDyXO1s4gPCu-gwcgfIxi_T_1zxD/view
Helping Children and Families Cope- Resources to support families in helping young children cope with the challenges that might occur during stressful situations, like the current pandemic: https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.usf.edu/emergency/index.html
How You and Your Kids Can Destress During the Corona Virus: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-you-and-your-kids-can-de-stress-during-coronavirus
How to Talk to Your Kids About the Corona Virus: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus
Novak/Sancinito Homeschool Plan – Coronavirus 2020: https://www.novakeducation.com/novak-homeschool-plan-coronavirus-2020/
PA Promise for Children: https://papromiseforchildren.com/
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/outbreak_factsheet_1.pdf
Parent to Parent Network: A way for families to connect with other families of children who have disabilities: http://www.parenttoparent.org/about-p2p/contact-us/
Sesame Street Explains COVID-19 - Resources for families with young children https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/health-emergencies/
Social Stories About COVID-19 & Social Distancing: https://www.smore.com/udqm2-covid-19-preparedness
Survive and thrive with your young children (Ages 4–10) at home: https://medium.com/@zeynep.isik02/survive-and-thrive-with-your-young-children-ages-4-10-at-home-fea2df7c97f7
The National Traumatic Stress Network Home Activity List: https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources/fact-sheet/simple_activities_for_children_and_adolescents_4.pdf
Cognitive Development
30 day free trial ABC Mouse app: https://www.abcmouse.com/redeem
30 Days of Activities for Infants and Toddlers: https://teisinc.com/30-days-activities-infants-toddlers/
Autism Speaks Tool Kit: https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-speaks-tool-kits
Calendars with Daily Activities to do at Home: http://www.preschoolexpress.com/
Sign up for PBS kids free daily newsletter with activity ideas for preschoolers: https://www.pbs.org/parents/pbskidsdaily?source=pbskids.org
Free Daily Learning Books; https://www.edhelper.com/preschool.htm
Free Digital Books: https://www.uniteforliteracy.com/
Khan Academy Kids: https://learn.khanacademy.org/
Kidsactivities.com- Celebrities Read Books Aloud to Kids: https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/136186/celebrities-read-aloud-to-kids/
Kindergarten Here I Come: Activities to do with Your Preschooler (English) https://www.papromiseforchildren.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/khic_aug_17.pdf
Kindergarten Here I Come: Activities to do with Your Preschooler (Spanish) https://www.papromiseforchildren.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/kindergarten_here_i_come_spanish_2017.pdf
Learning is Everywhere: Activities to do with Your Young Child: https://papromiseforchildren.com/learning-is-everywhere/
Learn at Home Activities: https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome/grades-prek-k.html
Level Up Reader- Library of Over 2,300 Books Free 60 day trial: https://levelupreader.com/
Math, Language Arts, and Movement Activities: https://www.starfall.com/h/index-kindergarten.php?mg=k
Online Read Alouds: https://www.storylineonline.net/?fbclid=IwAR2IlL_Qh_Mjxsbch2C6ViIxSFGtwlIMDFHeVCelDaVRO9Xm-oxlrML7Fls
Picture Books and Read Aloud Activities: https://pernillesripp.com/2020/03/14/picture-books-read-aloud-videos-for-lesson-use/
Play to Learn- preschool circle time resources and lessons: https://playtolearnpreschool.us/resources/
Preschool Educational Resources: https://www.education.com/resources/preschool/?cid=11.2147
Preschool Hands-on Activities that Families Can do at Home: https://cliengagefamily.org/
Prongo- Fun, Educational Games and Ways to Learn: https://prongo.com/
Spreadsheet of Educational Agencies Providing Free Subscriptions during COVID Closures: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
Teachers Get a Year Free of Animated Story Books: https://www.vooks.com/teacher-appreciation
Games
ABCya- Preschool games: https://www.abcya.com/grades/prek
CBC Kids- Games and Videos: https://www.cbc.ca/kidscbc2/
Cookie Preschool Learning Games: http://www.cookie.com/preschool.html
Crayola Games: https://www.crayola.com/kids-playzone.aspx
Funbrain- Math and Reading Games, Printables, and Resources for parents: http://www.funbrainjr.com/
Fun With Spot - Spot Book Series and Games: https://www.funwithspot.com/
Happy Clicks- move/drag and drop memory games and puzzles: https://www.happyclicks.net/
Help Kidz Learn- website for cause and effect and simple switch activities, can also be used direct select: https://www.helpkidzlearn.com/updates/school-closure.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=covid&utm_content=hklfreeresources&utm_source=Inclusive+Technology+%26+HelpKidzLearn&utm_campaign=3506fb6575-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_09_25_02_43_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_27aa929edc-3506fb6575-15372427&mc_cid=3506fb6575&mc_eid=42da44f7f4
Learning Games for Kids: https://www.learninggamesforkids.com/preschool-games.html
Math Games: https://www.mathgames.com/
Mr. Potato Head: http://mrpotatohead.atwebpages.com/
Nick Jr. Games: http://www.nickjr.com/games/
PBS Kids- Free Educational Games: https://pbskids.org/games/
Starfall Kindergarten and Preschool Games: https://www.starfall.com/h/
Science and Math Games: http://www.peepandthebigwideworld.com/en/
Whizkid Games: http://www.whizkidgames.com/
Speech and Language Development
AAC Calendar for Daily Activties at Home: https://sites.google.com/view/escdaac/aac-calendar
AAC Resources that Can be Helpful at Home: https://padlet.com/jennm4/etze6t8udiyy
Activities to Encourage Speech and Language Development: https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/Activities-to-Encourage-Speech-and-Language-Development/
Activities to Promote Language at Home with 2-3 Year Olds: https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/23/
Activities to Promote Language at Home with 3-4 Year Olds: https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/34/
Activities to Promote Language at Home with 4-5 Year Olds: https://www.asha.org/public/speech/development/45/
Boom Cards- Interactive Flashcards: https://wow.boomlearning.com/
Building Language Skills- Printables, Videos, Interactive Games and More: https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/language/
Communication Crash Course for Parents- free 4 part video: https://www.rachelmadel.com/autismparent
Core Word Classroom - core word resources: https://coreword.assistiveware.com/login#welcome
Dual Language Learners Toolkit for Families: https://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/culture-language/article/families-support-their-children-who-are-dual-language-learners
Emergency Preparation for AAC: https://aaccommunity.net/2018/09/emergency-preparation-for-aac/#comment-68
Facebook Group with Resources and Troubleshooting: "Early Intervention Telepractice"
Free online games for pre-k including those that target vocabulary, grammar, reading, math and some that are just for fun! Click on the reading tab for some great language activities : https://www.funbrain.com/pre-k-and-k-playground
Free Speech Therapy Materials to Share with Parents: https://www.speechandlanguagekids.com/free-materials/
Genesis AAC- Tools for Anyone Who Supports AAC Users: https://sites.google.com/view/escdaac/home?authuser=0
Outline of Early Intervention Teletherapy Session (Parent Coaching Model): https://www.easystepsla.com/post/outline-of-an-early-intervention-teletherapy-session?fbclid=IwAR1MCaQZIhdZ-wp6ZiZcEfsKbHrcqdb-_1Hn6IdMAQTuswYSps880ljcql4
Indirect Language Stimulation Handout for Parents: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A7149e5d9-4d78-4891-9de2-2c954b7d2c6c
Pinterest Board with Activity Ideas for Teletherapy: https://www.pinterest.com/theslpsolution/teletherapy-resources-for-speech-language-therapy/
Preschool Activity Library and Story Time Calendar: https://www.storyplace.org/
Speaking Of Speech - free resource library: https://www.speakingofspeech.com/material/view-materials
Speech and articulation worksheets. All consonant sounds are provided at the word, sentence, and story level: http://mommyspeechtherapy.com/?page_id=55
Speech Sound Strategies for Parents: https://www.speechandlanguagekids.com/how-to-teach-a-new-sound/
Speech Therapy at Home- Ideas for Parents: https://homeschoolhideout.com/speech-therapy-at-home/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes
Spring Songs for Kids: https://preschoolinspirations.com/
Strategies and Toys Families can use to Promote Language: https://babydotdot.com/speech-therapy-activities-for-toddlers/
Tips to Get Your Toddler Talking: https://speakplaylove.com/9-tips-to-get-your-toddler-talking/
Tips for Telepractice: https://www.loom.com/share/313ebcd0a5e7459f82e8e4314ca78447
Fine & Gross Motor Development
6 Fun Ways to get Kids Moving Indoors: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/fun-physical-activity-and-exercise-for-kids/
10 Creative Obstacle Course Ideas: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/creative-obstacle-course-ideas-kids/
30 Outdoor Games for Kids: https://www.wired.com/2009/08/simpleoutdoorplay/
34 Crafts Using Recycled Materials: https://www.weareteachers.com/earth-day-crafts-classroom-activities/
Body Bridges/Core Activities: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/kids-core-strength-body-bridges/
Creative Ways to Play with Bubbles: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/family-activities-for-spring-10-ways-to-play-with-bubbles/
Creative Ways to Play with Sidewalk Chalk: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/spring-activities-for-kids-10-ways-to-play-with-sidewalk-chalk/
Go Noodle- Movement and Mindfulness Activities: https://www.gonoodle.com/
Help Your Child Build Fine Motor Skills: https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/help-your-child-build-fine-motor-skills
Home Activities to Support Fine Motor Development: http://www.therakids.org/media/pdf/FineMotorActivitiesForHome.pdf
Indoor Fine Motor Activities: https://www.theleangreenbean.com/indoor-activities-for-toddlers/
Indoor Gross Motor Activities: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/indoor-gross-motor-activities/
Gross Motor Activities Using Letters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE-ljfAmZis&list=PLH0haT88qqC4w3EisiSHDiVRvOG6-U56N&index=2&t=115s
Motor Planning Games: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/motor-planning-game-for-kids-ring-around-the-posies/
Movement Songs for Preschoolers: https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/movement-songs-for-preschoolers.html
Practice Kicking a Ball: https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/teaching-kids-how-to-kick-a-ball/
Printable Tracing Activities: https://www.fortbendisd.com/cms/lib/TX01917858/Centricity/Domain/77/Letter%20and%20Number%20tracing.pdf
The OT Toolbox- Resources on functioning skills, vision, sensory, executive functioning, and handwriting: https://www.theottoolbox.com/
Social Emotional Development
10+ Activities to do at Home Targeting Social Emotional Learning: https://blog.teacherspayteachers.com/10-social-emotional-activities-for-home/
100 Social Skill Activities for Preschoolers: https://www.kiddiematters.com/100-social-skills-activities-preschoolers/
115 Emotional Regulation Activities for Children: https://hes-extraordinary.com/self-regulation-strategies?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=299156100_8494270_351837
Autistic Support Resource Guide: https://www.philasd.org/curriculum/wp-content/uploads/sites/825/2020/03/Autistic-Support-Resources-K-12.pdf
Center on the Social Emotional Foundations for Early Learning: http://csefel.vanderbilt.edu/
Fostering Healthy Social and Emotional Development for Children- Handouts for Families (English and Spanish): https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/earlylearning/talk-read-sing/index.html
Learning About Emotions: https://files.convertkitcdnm.com/assets/documents/20339/2432956/Learn_About_Emotions.pdf
Positive Behavior Reinforcement Handout: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Sw3KTYeFZAw23RgGFD-VkzdYf8bAb6kj/view
Sandbox Learning- Library of Articles to Share with Families: https://www.sandbox-learning.com/default.asp?page=105
Scripted Stories for Social Situations (Tucker Turtle, I Can Stay Safe, I Can Use my Words, and More): https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.usf.edu/Implementation/family.html
Social Emotional Resources: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1O2GmSeqwPrKe3VecBeUXeJj9gUr0LiY_
The Backpack Connection Series: Handouts on Addressing Behavior, Emotions, Routines and Schedules, Social Skills: https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.usf.edu/Implementation/family.html
Tips for Managing Challenging Students During Teleintervention: https://globalteletherapy.com/speech-telepractice/
Visual Supports
Choice Boards, Rule Boards, and More: https://connectability.ca/visuals-engine/
Behavior Charts, Token Systems, and Schedules: http://www.victoriesnautism.com/behavior-charts-token-systems-and-schedules.html
Sensory Play
Sensory Activities for Children: https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/sensory-activities-for-children
How to Make Sensory Bins for Sensory Play: https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/how-to-make-sensory-bins-sensory-play/
The OT Toolbox- sensory section: https://www.theottoolbox.com/
Adaptive Development
Potty Training: https://www.theottoolbox.com/potty-training-seats-for-special-needs/
Potty Training Tips for Families: http://www.wonderbaby.org/articles/potty-training-your-special-needs-child
Sandbox Learning- Library of Resources for families on topics like potty training, bedtime routine, and other self-care skills: https://www.sandbox-learning.com/default.asp?page=105
Self-Dressing: https://www.theottoolbox.com/independence-self-dressing-fine-motor-skills/
Sleep Tips for Families: https://www.merakilane.com/sensory-processing-disorder-sleep-19-tips-products-help/
Making Life Easier Handouts: https://challengingbehavior.cbcs.usf.edu/Implementation/family.html