Parent Information & Classes
Parenting is not an easy task and many families need help understanding the challenges that go along with this important job. Whether the challenge is a baby not sleeping through the night, a toddler testing new found independence, or how to harness the energy of older children, there are resources available to help.
In addition, these resources provide useful tips so families can incorporate teachable moments into their every day routines. Resources are available for download below.
- Warm-Line/Special Needs Assistance Flier
- WORDS, WORDS, WORDS for Infants and Toddlers
- A Family Guide For Early Education and Child Care Options
- A Checklist for Evaluating Early Care and Education Programs
- Parent Education Handouts
- Daily Parent - Brain Gain Article
- Daily Parent - Media - Is It Good for Children?
Parent Skill Building and Educational Opportunities
Free "Toddlers to Teens" Parent Education Class and Free Child Care:
An 8-session parent education program. This class does not require a referral and is designed for voluntary or court-ordered clients. Parents will learn about nurturing discipline techniques, how to build self-worth in themselves and their children, stress and anger management, feelings recognition and expression, among other topics. Classes are taught in a small group setting using video and hands-on activities. Family activity with the children follows the group work to operationalize the concepts covered in class. Certificates awarded upon completion. Call The Children's Advocacy Center at 939-2808 for more information.
WORDS, WORDS, WORDS
The link below directs you to a number of documents we found on www.Bornlearning.org and thought parents as well as providers may find this information useful. Please share and distribute. Please share and distribute. The WORDS flyer/poster was created in partnership with Lee County Women's Voter League and trainings are being offered to parents on this information. If you would like more information on Literacy Trainings or Parenting Information, please call 239-210-6882 for more information.
Download the WORDS flyer in English or Spanish. Also, view the Words, Words, Words video.
Helpful Links
English Forms
- At Bedtime
- At Home
- At Meals
- At the Library
- At the Market
- At the Park
- Doing Laundry
- In the Car
- On a Walk
- On the Bus or Subway
- Public Places
- Traveling
Spanish Forms
- A la hora de comer
- A la hora de dormir
- Durante una caminata
- El lavado de la ropa
- En el autobus o el metro
- En el automovil
- En el hogar
- En el parque
- En el supermercado
- En la biblioteca
- En los lugares publicos
- En los viajes
Links for Parents
- floridaearlylearning.com - A Family Guide
- floridaearlylearning.com - A Quality Checklist
- choosemyplate.gov - Nutritional Information
- doh.state.fl.us - Oral Health
- leememorial.org - Auto Safety For Children
- floridakidcare.org - KidCare Information
- fldoe.org - VPK readiness rate information Or:
- fldoe.org - VPK Parent - readiness rate information
- unitedwaylee.org - United Way 211
- fdlers.leeschools.net - Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS)
- centraldirectory.org - Central Directory of Early Childhood Services (providing services to children with special needs) or call 1-800-654-4440
- floridaearlylearning.com - Florida's Office of Early Learning
- dcf.state.fl.us - Child Abuse Registry contact info - or call 1-800-96-ABUSE (22873)
- leememorial.org - Car Seat Inspection Stations
- leememorial.org - SWFL Children's Hospital - Child Advocacy Program
- safekidsleecollier.org - Safe Kids Lee/Collier Counties (provides services to prevent unintentional childhood injuries)
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