State expenditures, research and data analysis, and information on advocacy and policies in North Carolina related to early childhood.
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Plays Well with Others: A Guide to a Young Child’s Social and Emotional Development
The information in this brochure is simply a guide to what is typical development, and what behaviors might be worth asking about. If a behavior seems unusual, happens over and over or goes on for a long time, this may mean your child needs extra help. Catching problems at an early age usually makes them… Continue reading Plays Well with Others: A Guide to a Young Child’s Social and Emotional Development
The Family Routine Guide (English)
This Family Routine Guide was developed to assist parents and caregivers in developing a plan to support young children who are using challenging behavior. The Family Routine Guide includes strategies for the common routines and activities that occur during the family’s week, and contains family planning sheets.
Guía de Rutinas Familiares
Esta Guía de Rutinas Familiares se desarrolló con el fin de ayudar a los padres de familia y cuidadores a desarrollar planes para apoyar a niños pequeños que experimentan comportamientos difíciles. La Guía de Rutinas Familiares abarca estrategias para las rutinas y actividades que ocurren comúnmente todas las semanas en la vida familiar. Incluye hoja… Continue reading Guía de Rutinas Familiares
Star Rated License
In September 2000, the Division issued star rated licenses to child care centers and family child care homes meeting all minimum child care requirements, as well as those choosing to meet higher standards. In 2005, the Division changed the way facilities earned stars in order to more accurately reflect indicators of a program’s quality. Currently,… Continue reading Star Rated License
What To Look For in a High-Quality, Inclusive Preschool Prosocial Learning Environment
One of the greatest benefits for children experiencing quality early care and education with other children is that he or she has the opportunity to develop his or her social skills. It is well known that children who can make and keep friends with adults and with other children are more likely to be successful… Continue reading What To Look For in a High-Quality, Inclusive Preschool Prosocial Learning Environment
NC Pre-K | North Carolina Pre-Kindergarten Program
This resource from the NC DCDEE provides guidance on North Carolina’s Pre-K Program.
Health Choice for Children (Health Insurance for Low-Income Children)
Learn more about the North Carolina Health Choice (NCHC) Health Insurance Program for Children, a comprehensive health coverage program for low-income children.
Classroom Resources for Exceptional Children – NC Department of Public Instruction
The mission of the Exceptional Children Division is to ensure that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education program in the least restrictive environment. Browse a variety of useful classroom resources.
North Carolina Parents as Teachers (NCPAT)
North Carolina Parents as Teachers (NCPAT) provides training, technical assistance, collaboration and communication for early childhood parent education home visiting services. The role of NCPAT is to provide support for affiliates in North Carolina to meet those requirements as well as additional quality standards that represent best practices in the field. NCPAT also provides training and… Continue reading North Carolina Parents as Teachers (NCPAT)