Website: American Association for Physical Activity and Recreation
The AAPAR emphasizes the importance of physical activity and recreation. It offers resources to educators and community leaders that promote fit and healthy lifestyles.
Website: Centers for Disease Control – Act Early, Learn the Signs
The “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” program run by the Center for Disease Control works to educate families, child care providers, health care providers, and the general public about the developmental milestones that children will achieve.
Website: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website provides the public with information about an array of health conditions and issues.
Website: National Center on Physical Activity and Disability
The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability provides information and resources that encourage individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions to engage in physical activities.
Website: National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities
The National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities is an organization that advocates for physical education and recreation for individuals with disabilities.
Website: PE Central Adapted Physical Activity
This website is intended to help teachers and other adults assist children with gross motor developmental delays.
Website: President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
This website provides information and tools that promote fitness, sports and nutrition.
Website: The Catalyst Center
The Catalyst Center is a group dedicated to improving health care coverage and financing for children with special health care needs.
Book: Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism – Promoting Language, Learning, and Engagement
This manual, by Sally J. Rogers, focuses on the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), an approach designed for toddlers and preschoolers with autism.
Book: Engaging Autism – Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate, and Think
Engaging Autism, by Stanley I. Greenspan and Serena Wieder, is a book about the Floortime approach.
