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Full Participation Free Resources to Support Each New Mexico Preschool ChildThis issue of Full Participation focuses on the self, family, and community domain of the New Mexico Early Learning GuidelinesIssue No. 8 May 2017Developing Young Children’s Self-Regulation Through Everyday Experiences explains what self-regulation is and how it develops in young children. It also describes ways in which to scaffold supports to help develop self-regulation in children. These include modeling, using hints and cues, and gradually withdrawing adult support. Culturally Appropriate Positive Guidance With Young Children thoughtful 2017 article illustrates how young children benefit when teachers and families establish healthy partnerships and define common goals for children, even when that may require bridging cultural differences. Family Engagement Practices Improve Outcomes for Preschool Children January 2017 research brief describes research-based approaches to effectively engage families and children at risk for poor school readiness. The brief highlights findings from recent studies with preschool children and focuses on effective family engagement models that improve school readiness outcomes in well-controlled studies. It finds that supporting parents' efforts to help their children develop during the preschool years improves a child's school readiness, reduces behavior problems, enhances social skills, and promotes academic success. To watch a 2-minute video summarizing the findings, go to for Parent Information and Resources This site features resources, in English and Spanish, to support families who have children with or at risk for disabilities. Topics range from family rights and dispute resolution to evidence-based practices and accommodations. While CPIR specifically focuses on supporting families of children with disabilities, it provides a wealth of resources and links to support all families.Creating a Welcoming Early Childhood Program for LGBT-Headed Families: A Checklist for Programs your preschool program convey a message of welcome to all families from each community? One of the first steps to creating a welcoming early childhood program is to assess what you are doing well and identify areas for growth. This checklist can be used for self-assessment or to begin conversations with staff, family members and guardians.National Center on Parent, Family and Community Engagement website contains free information, evidence, and ideas for family members, educators, and other early childhood partners. There’s an entire section of resources devoted to engaging fathers in the learning and development of young children. Or click on multimedia/digital tools to access videos, webinars, and simulations that can help build family and community engagement.Full Participation is a one-way resource listserv that is distributed monthly. Each issue features resources to support the learning and development of preschool age children, with emphasis on four dimensions of full participation: 1) family engagement; 2) inclusive practices for children with developmental delays and disabilities; 3) culture and language, including support of dual language learners; and 4) promoting social relationships. All resources are readily available and free. All or part of Full Participation may be freely shared or reproduced. Previous issues of Full Participation are posted at Highlighted resources are available in English and Spanish.Full Participation is compiled by Camille Catlett. Staff and contractual support are provided by the UNM Center for Disability and Development, supported by funds from the Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge grant. To receive the listserv every month, send an email with no message to subscribe-fullparticipation@listserv.unc.edu To suggest resources, please contact Camille Catlett at camille.catlett@unc.edu ................
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