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*This is an ongoing activity from visit to
visit, following how the child is
progressing overall and in specific
domains of development.
a. Most children with developmental
delays are not identified early enough for
them to benefit from early intervention
services; you can help change that.
b. Early treatment is important
TOOLS FOR DEVELOPMENTAL
MONITORING and SCREENING
1. MONITORING CHILD DEVELOPMENT
USING : DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES
-are things most children can do by a
certain age.
Using Milestone Checklist in developmental
monitoring will help you:
*become a better observer of the development of
children in your care;
*better understand the developmental milestones
children should reach at certain ages;
*more easily pinpoint potential developmental
concerns for a child;
* have an objective basis to talk with parents when
you are concerned about a child’s development
*and may recommend to conduct developmental
screening with a more formal tool( this will be done
by professional doctors)
Who Conducts the
Monitoring?
Those who provide care for young
children, such as parents,
grandparents, and early childhood
providers, play an integral part in
developmental monitoring.
1. They are a trusted partner and valuable resource to parents.
2. You may already be required to monitor children‘s development.
How Does it Work?
*Watching the development of children through the way
they play, move, react to sounds and objects.
*Organizing a portfolio that documents the development
of each child, such as photographs, observations, and
videos.
*Documenting milestones reached using development
checklists
2. DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING TOOLS
Ages and Stages Questionnaire
Piccolo Tool
The Modified Checklist for Autism in
Toddlers-Revised
Note: Developmental Screening is a FORMAL ASSESSMENT done by medical professionals and teachers with
special training.
3. MONITORING OF OTHER FACTORS TO
IMPACT ON EARLY CHILD DEVELOPMENT
 Maternal wellbeing
 The home environment
What Is a Developmental Red Flag?
Some of the most important red flags include (but are not limited to):
18 months: Baby does not walk
independently
4 months: Baby cannot hold their head steady without
support
6 months: Baby does not roll
9 months: Baby cannot sit up even with support
12 months: Baby does not say a single word, such as
"mama" or "dada"
It’s important to keep in mind that it is never your role to
make or suggest a diagnosis for any
child. As teacher our role is:
1. Look for and note each child's
developmental milestones
2. Share what you've seen with parents
3. Encourage parents to talk to their child's
doctor if you or they have a concern
“Learn the Signs. Act Early.”
Can Help!
Developmental Screening
Developmental screening is more
formal than developmental monitoring
and normally done less often than
developmental monitoring. Your child
should be screened if you or your
doctor have a concern. However,
developmental screening is a regular
part of some of the well-child visits for
all children even if there is not a known
concern.
Developmental screening of ALL children is recommended at the 9-, 18-, and 24- or 30-month well-child visits. [American: 2014] Repeated d
Screening Tools
When to Screen?
Developmental screening of ALL children is
recommended at the 9-, 18-, and 24- or 30-
month well-child visits.
Repeated developmental screening provides
a more accurate assessment of development
than a single evaluation and allows for
monitoring of developmental progression (or
regression). Additional screening may benefit
children with a history of prematurity, low birth
weight, or other unique circumstances.
What happens during a
developmental screening?
•Can take place only if a child’s parent or guardian gives written consent.
•Can help identify potential health problems or developmental or social-
emotional delays, but it does not provide a diagnosis.
•Involve parents answering interview questions or filling out a written survey
about their child’s development.
•May occur in a variety of places, such as a doctor’s office, the child’s home, a
child care center, or preschool program.
•May be done by either professionals (doctors, nurses, teachers,
speech/language pathologists, developmental therapists) or others who have
received training in how to complete a developmental screening.
•Should be sensitive to the family and child’s cultural and linguistic background.
•Cover just a few items in each developmental area (cognition, fine and gross
motor, speech and language, and social-emotional). The items are based on
typical developmental milestones for the child’s age level. For example, a fine-
motor screening task for a 3-year-old may include holding a crayon and
drawing a line on paper.
•Usually check the child’s vision and hearing.
Who Conducts the Screening?
*Pediatricians/medical professionals
*Teachers with special training
How Do Screening Tools Work?
Screening tools usually take the form of a
series of questions or checklists used to
track children’s development relative to
milestones achieved by a larger group of
children of the same age. A home-grown
checklist won’t do; developmental
screening tools must be carefully
validated by research.
DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING TOOLS
Ages and Stages Questionnaire
Piccolo Tool
The Modified Checklist for Autism in
Toddlers-Revised
Why is screening important?
Communicate the importance of developmental screening by sharing these
powerful stats and facts:
*It’s estimated that 1 in 7 children are affected by developmental delays,
learning disorders, and behavioral and social-emotional problems.
Only a fraction of these children (20% to 30%) are identified as needing help
before school begins.
*By participating in a developmental screening program, parents can check
their child’s development and address any potential concerns.
*Intervention before kindergarten has huge benefits because it sets children
up for future success! Studies have shown that children who receive early
treatment for developmental delays are more likely to graduate from high
school, hold jobs, live independently, and avoid teen pregnancy,
delinquency, and violent crime.
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SPED-105-REPORT-DEVELOPMENTAL-MONITORING-final.pptx

  • 1.
  • 2. *This is an ongoing activity from visit to visit, following how the child is progressing overall and in specific domains of development.
  • 3. a. Most children with developmental delays are not identified early enough for them to benefit from early intervention services; you can help change that. b. Early treatment is important
  • 5. 1. MONITORING CHILD DEVELOPMENT USING : DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES -are things most children can do by a certain age.
  • 6.
  • 7.
  • 8.
  • 9.
  • 10. Using Milestone Checklist in developmental monitoring will help you: *become a better observer of the development of children in your care; *better understand the developmental milestones children should reach at certain ages; *more easily pinpoint potential developmental concerns for a child; * have an objective basis to talk with parents when you are concerned about a child’s development *and may recommend to conduct developmental screening with a more formal tool( this will be done by professional doctors)
  • 12. Those who provide care for young children, such as parents, grandparents, and early childhood providers, play an integral part in developmental monitoring.
  • 13. 1. They are a trusted partner and valuable resource to parents. 2. You may already be required to monitor children‘s development.
  • 14. How Does it Work?
  • 15. *Watching the development of children through the way they play, move, react to sounds and objects. *Organizing a portfolio that documents the development of each child, such as photographs, observations, and videos. *Documenting milestones reached using development checklists
  • 16. 2. DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING TOOLS Ages and Stages Questionnaire Piccolo Tool The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers-Revised Note: Developmental Screening is a FORMAL ASSESSMENT done by medical professionals and teachers with special training.
  • 17. 3. MONITORING OF OTHER FACTORS TO IMPACT ON EARLY CHILD DEVELOPMENT  Maternal wellbeing  The home environment
  • 18. What Is a Developmental Red Flag? Some of the most important red flags include (but are not limited to): 18 months: Baby does not walk independently 4 months: Baby cannot hold their head steady without support 6 months: Baby does not roll 9 months: Baby cannot sit up even with support 12 months: Baby does not say a single word, such as "mama" or "dada"
  • 19. It’s important to keep in mind that it is never your role to make or suggest a diagnosis for any child. As teacher our role is: 1. Look for and note each child's developmental milestones 2. Share what you've seen with parents 3. Encourage parents to talk to their child's doctor if you or they have a concern
  • 20. “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” Can Help!
  • 22.
  • 23. Developmental screening is more formal than developmental monitoring and normally done less often than developmental monitoring. Your child should be screened if you or your doctor have a concern. However, developmental screening is a regular part of some of the well-child visits for all children even if there is not a known concern.
  • 24.
  • 25.
  • 26. Developmental screening of ALL children is recommended at the 9-, 18-, and 24- or 30-month well-child visits. [American: 2014] Repeated d Screening Tools When to Screen? Developmental screening of ALL children is recommended at the 9-, 18-, and 24- or 30- month well-child visits. Repeated developmental screening provides a more accurate assessment of development than a single evaluation and allows for monitoring of developmental progression (or regression). Additional screening may benefit children with a history of prematurity, low birth weight, or other unique circumstances.
  • 27. What happens during a developmental screening?
  • 28. •Can take place only if a child’s parent or guardian gives written consent. •Can help identify potential health problems or developmental or social- emotional delays, but it does not provide a diagnosis. •Involve parents answering interview questions or filling out a written survey about their child’s development. •May occur in a variety of places, such as a doctor’s office, the child’s home, a child care center, or preschool program. •May be done by either professionals (doctors, nurses, teachers, speech/language pathologists, developmental therapists) or others who have received training in how to complete a developmental screening. •Should be sensitive to the family and child’s cultural and linguistic background. •Cover just a few items in each developmental area (cognition, fine and gross motor, speech and language, and social-emotional). The items are based on typical developmental milestones for the child’s age level. For example, a fine- motor screening task for a 3-year-old may include holding a crayon and drawing a line on paper. •Usually check the child’s vision and hearing.
  • 29. Who Conducts the Screening?
  • 31. How Do Screening Tools Work?
  • 32. Screening tools usually take the form of a series of questions or checklists used to track children’s development relative to milestones achieved by a larger group of children of the same age. A home-grown checklist won’t do; developmental screening tools must be carefully validated by research.
  • 33. DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING TOOLS Ages and Stages Questionnaire Piccolo Tool The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers-Revised
  • 34. Why is screening important?
  • 35. Communicate the importance of developmental screening by sharing these powerful stats and facts: *It’s estimated that 1 in 7 children are affected by developmental delays, learning disorders, and behavioral and social-emotional problems. Only a fraction of these children (20% to 30%) are identified as needing help before school begins. *By participating in a developmental screening program, parents can check their child’s development and address any potential concerns. *Intervention before kindergarten has huge benefits because it sets children up for future success! Studies have shown that children who receive early treatment for developmental delays are more likely to graduate from high school, hold jobs, live independently, and avoid teen pregnancy, delinquency, and violent crime.

Editor's Notes

  1. Parents, grandparents, early childhood providers, and other caregivers can participate in developmental monitoring. You can use a brief checklist of milestones to see how your child is developing. If you notice that your child is not meeting milestones, talk with your doctor or nurse about your concerns When you take your child to a well visit, your doctor or nurse will also do developmental monitoring. The doctor or nurse might ask you questions about your child’s development or will talk and play with your child to see if he or she is developing and meeting milestones. A missed milestone could be a sign of a problem, so the doctor or another specialist will take a closer look by using a more thorough test or exam.
  2. Parents, grandparents, early childhood providers, and other caregivers can participate in developmental monitoring. You can use a brief checklist of milestones to see how your child is developing. If you notice that your child is not meeting milestones, talk with your doctor or nurse about your concerns When you take your child to a well visit, your doctor or nurse will also do developmental monitoring. The doctor or nurse might ask you questions about your child’s development or will talk and play with your child to see if he or she is developing and meeting milestones. A missed milestone could be a sign of a problem, so the doctor or another specialist will take a closer look by using a more thorough test or exam.
  3. Parents, grandparents, early childhood providers, and other caregivers can participate in developmental monitoring. You can use a brief checklist of milestones to see how your child is developing. If you notice that your child is not meeting milestones, talk with your doctor or nurse about your concerns When you take your child to a well visit, your doctor or nurse will also do developmental monitoring. The doctor or nurse might ask you questions about your child’s development or will talk and play with your child to see if he or she is developing and meeting milestones. A missed milestone could be a sign of a problem, so the doctor or another specialist will take a closer look by using a more thorough test or exam.
  4. In caring for and teaching children, you are in a perfect position to see how they play, learn, speak, act, and move alongside others of their age. It’s important to keep in mind that it is never our role to make or suggest a diagnosis for any child.
  5. . To keep track of your child’s development, you can use these developmental milestones tools:
  6. . To keep track of your child’s development, you can use these developmental milestones tools:
  7. As an early childhood educator, you are a valuable resource to parents! They look to you for information about their child, and they trust you. CDC’s “Learn the Signs.
  8. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  9. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  10. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  11. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  12. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  13. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  14. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  15. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  16. Parents, grandparents, early childhood providers, and other caregivers can participate in developmental monitoring. You can use a brief checklist of milestones to see how your child is developing. If you notice that your child is not meeting milestones, talk with your doctor or nurse about your concerns When you take your child to a well visit, your doctor or nurse will also do developmental monitoring. The doctor or nurse might ask you questions about your child’s development or will talk and play with your child to see if he or she is developing and meeting milestones. A missed milestone could be a sign of a problem, so the doctor or another specialist will take a closer look by using a more thorough test or exam.
  17. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  18. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  19. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.
  20. Generally, a young child is considered delayed if his development or behavior differs from 90% of his/her age mates. Whatever the developmental progress of the child, in all situations, use every opportunity to share ways of enhancing child development and wellbeing with parents, caregivers, and the whole family. It is always important to not solely focus on the child, but to see the child in the context of the family and the larger environment.