Early Childhood Resources for Childcare Professionals
Early childhood resources including evidence-based tools, tips, and resources for whole child wellbeing. Developed by our team of certified pediatric and early childhood professionals
Co-Regulation
A 7-step process for childcare providers and caregivers to support a child’s emotional regulation and help them navigate a challenging situation.
Child Ages: 6-60 months
Format: PDF – Handout or PinUp in classroom
Key Prevention Strategies
8 strategies for caregivers and care providers to set up the right foundation to reduce behavioral challenges
Child Ages: 6-60 months
Format: PDF – Handout or PinUp in classroom
Prevention Resource Toolbox
A curated list of web-based resources for care providers
Child Ages: 6-60 months
Format: PDF with links
Behavior ABC Chart
A simple printable chart for caregivers to document a behavior and what happened right before and after the behavior. Very useful for communicating with parents and noting behavior patterns.
Child Ages: 12-60 months
Format: PDF – Printables
Child Directed Play & Activities
4-page guide with tips and guidelines for effective child directed activities and play
Child Ages: 12-60 months
Format: PDF – Printables, handouts or pinup in classroom
Approaches for Positive Behaviors
Infographic with simple and practical strategies to model positive behaviors and prevent negative behaviors.
Child Ages: 6-60 months
Format: PDF – Printable, handouts or pinup in classroom
Functions of Behavior
Infographic showing the four functions of behavior for care providers to understand and address the underlying causes of behaviors
Child Ages: 12-60 months
Format: PDF – Printables, handouts or pinup in classroom
Dead Man's Test for Behaviors
A fun and quick test / reminder to identify behavior
Child Ages: 12-60 months
Format: PDF – Printable, pinup in classroom