Childhood Milestones: 2 Months To 5 Years - Watch Your Child For Signs of Lead Exposure As They Grow
Use this infographic about Lead exposure to learn how Lead can impact a child's growth and development. Share it with families.
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Health Screening
Regular health screenings are an opportunity for early detection and treatment of health issues. This is essential in making sure children are growing and developing as they should. Explore these resources to learn more about different types of health screenings, including vision, hearing, lead, and well-child visits.
Developmental Screening Tips, Tools, and Resources
Screening for potential developmental delays in children allows for early treatment and supportive services. On the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, Head Start educators and families will find a number of resources on developmental screening tools.
Promoting Early Hearing Screening and the Use of Assistive Technology
Learn the importance of communication development for young children, including those with disabilities. Find strategies to improve your screening practices.
Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment
The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) service is Medicaid's comprehensive and preventive child health program for individuals under the age of 21.
Your Vision Screening and Eye Health Program
Uncorrected vision problems can affect a child’s development and school readiness. Learn about evidence-based tools that Head Start programs can use to screen children’s vision.
Hearing Screening Fact Sheet
This fact sheet can help staff and families learn more about evidence-based hearing screening practices and follow-up.
Vision Screening and Eye Health for Toddlers in Head Start Programs
Vision screening throughout early childhood is important to identify and ensure treatment of vision disorders. This resource provides important information about vision screening and eye health for toddlers.
Hearing and Vision Screening
Explore this collection of resources to learn about best practices for hearing and vision screening. Discover strategies to use when talking with families about hearing and vision screening procedures as well as follow-up.
Children’s Vision Health Information for Staff and Families
View this video to learn more about how staff and families can be empowered partners in children’s vision and eye health. Learn how to use Small Steps for Big Vision: An Eye Health Information Tool Kit.
