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This series of strategies from the Pyramid Model Framework are excellent for finding ways to encourage cooperation during times that are often challenging for young children.

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National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations

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Family Engagement - National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations

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At every tier of the Pyramid Model, practitioners and programs should consider what strategies might be used to welcome and support diverse families; how to create opportunities to learn from families; strategies for partnering with families to promote child outcomes; and providing the supports and services that families might need to promote their child’s skill ... Read more

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Identifying feelings in themselves and then others is one of the primary developmental tasks of young children...and that's all while they are learning to understand feelings, cope in a socially-acceptable manner, and then solve problems around these feelings. Co-regulation with a more competent, caring person (older sibling/friend, parent, teacher) is one way they learn to deal with these big feelings.

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National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations

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Family Engagement - National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations

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At every tier of the Pyramid Model, practitioners and programs should consider what strategies might be used to welcome and support diverse families; how to create opportunities to learn from families; strategies for partnering with families to promote child outcomes; and providing the supports and services that families might need to promote their child’s skill ... Read more

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Sensory Strategies for More Sensitive Children

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Sensory Strategies for More Sensitive Children

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"Sensory Processing Explained" has some great resources. Here's a quick set of tips to help children who experience sensory processing challenges.

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10 Ways to Help a Sensory Sensitive Child

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Does your child struggle with sensory processing input? Here are 10 ways to help your sensory sensitive child.

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Sensory Strategies for Children who Need Help Calming, Regulating, and Feeling Centered in Own Space/Body

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Sensory Strategies for Children who Need Help Calming, Regulating, and Feeling Centered in Own Space/Body

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Heavy work activities are perfect for helping calm kiddos when they need to make an energy "down-shift".

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Heavy work activities are powerful tools for self-regulation, attention, focus, body awareness, and calming sensory input.

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Zero To Three: A Fabulous Place to Find Strategies for Social and Emotional Development

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Zero To Three: A Fabulous Place to Find Strategies for Social and Emotional Development

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Zero to Three provides resources for families on all-things-development. Their resources are evidence-based and well-written.

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Our resources support families in developing their own ways to promote their children's growth and development.

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New Path - An Organization for Families with Young Children with Special Needs

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New Path - An Organization for Families with Young Children with Special Needs

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If your child has special needs or you suspect that he/she/they may, I recommend that you check out New Path. They exist to support families and are there to help families navigate all of the complexities that may arise in parenting a young child with disabilities. They provide resources as well as 1:1 support.

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What is New Path?
New Path is a program of The Arc of Virginia. New Path provides understanding and compassionate peer to peer support to empower, educate and connect families through Early Intervention, transition from Part C to Part B or until other services in community have provided support to the family and child(ren).

New Path is a family support network to guide you on this new journey to help your child(ren) meet their developmental milestones. At times, this journey can become overwhelming but we are here to help. New Path is here to provide you with individualized resources and support that may improve your family's quality of life.

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Why New Path?

Our Mission is to help those in need. New Path builds on families' commitment to learn and connect by providing support and resources. We strive to assist families in order to empower them to be the best teacher for their child. We invite you to come join us as you begin your New Path. Click HERE to see our monthly Newsletter.

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Where is New Path located?

We are here for you no matter where you live in Virginia.

In the new world of virtual living, New Path is available to talk by phone, zoom, skype, or any other platform you are most comfortable with. We are also available through texts and emails any time of the day.

If you are thinking of moving to Virginia and need more information about support and resources available, please do not hesitate to reach out.

New Path is a program of:

Promoting and protecting the human rights of people with or at risk of developmental delays/disabilities and supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community.

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What is New Path? New Path is a program of The Arc of Virginia. New Path provides understanding and compassionate peer to peer support to empower, educate and connect families through Early Intervention, transition from Part C to Part B or until other services in community have provided support to the family and child(ren).

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This is an excellent video that explains the robust period of development that is the early childhood period!