Resources
Early Childhood Resources, Facts and Information
- Early Childhood Health Problems and Prevention Strategies: Costs and Benefits
- Leading Change
- Michigan Infant Mental Health
- Great Start Network, Great Start Collaborative and Great Start Parent Coalition Brochure
- Free Health Insurance
Public Libraries
- Boyne City Public Library (231.582.7861)
- Boyne Falls Public Library (231.549.2277)
- Charlevoix Public Library
- East Jordan Public Library (231.536.7131)
- Harbor Springs Public Library (231.526.2531)
- Pellston Public Library (231.539.8342)
- Petoskey Public Library
- Walloon Lake Public Library (231.535.2111)
Community Pools
Parent Resources
- Toddler Toddler
- Northern Michigan Moms
- Child Fun
- Love and Logic – Information on discipline
- Zero to Three – Information on child development
- Born Learning
- Autism Society of Michigan
- Kids Health – Information on child development, frequently asked questions and more.
- Sesame Workshop – Fun activities, parenting support and ideas.
- Kaboose – Kids crafts, recipes and parenting support.
- Nurturing Parenting Class for January 2010
- Free Parenting Webinars
- Savvy Source – Information on child development and more.
- Glen’s Market – Children’s wellness information.
- Parenting Connect – Parenting advice, ideas and more.
- Kiwi – Organic and natural family living.
- American Academy of Pediatrics – Parent Corner
- Car Seat Safety Guide
- Asthma and Your Child
- Safe Kids on Toys Safety and Toy Recalls
- CPSC on toys safety and recalls
- Healthy Stuff – toys recalls and testing
- The Blissful Parent: Webinars, ebooks and a free help desk.
- The Soft Landing – PVC, lead free, BPA free safe feeding gear, bath toys and more.
- Child Passenger Safety - Your guide to car seats, boosters and more. Free down-loadable guides and tips.
- Prevention and Safety Tips
- PBS Kids
- Jamie Oliver
- Printable Mazes for Kids
- Getting Kids Outdoors
Made For Dads
- Dad Magazine Online
- Down to Earth Dad
- Family Man Online
- Father’s First
- Today’s Child
- Father’s Network
- The Family Groove
- Interactive Dad
- Dad’s Adventure
- Great Dad’s
- Dad’s Magazine Online
- Daddy Brain
- Dual Career Dads
- Michigan Fatherhood Coalition
Legislative Updates and Advocacy Links
- Capitol Corner (4/25/08)
- ECIC Policy Advocacy Center
- Ounce of Prevention Fund
- Children’s Defense Fund
- Learning Abilities Association
- Children’s Rights Foundation
- March of Dimes
Pre-K Resources
- ABC Home Preschool
- Alphabet Printable Activities
- Crayola – Lesson Plans
- Everything Preschool
- Fun Lesson Plans
- Funschool Kaboose
- Hands on Homeschooling
- Homeschooling Adventures
- Preschool Rainbow
- Successful Homeschooling
- Safety Activities for Kids -FREE
Teachers, Child Care Providers and Daycare Resources
- Great Start Connect – Information on finding child care throughout the state of Michigan and training information for providers.
- Childcare.gov
- National Association for the Education of Young Children – Backpack Messages: http://www.naeyc.org/tyc/backpack
- Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children
- MIAEYC Job Postings
- Michigan Department of Education
- Michigan Head Start Association
- Michigan Ready Kits
- National Association for Childcare Providers
- Provider Appreciation Day
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Asthma in Schools
