Developmental Milestones (Ages Prenatal-Adult)
Prenatal
Mayo Clinic: Pregnancy Week by Week
Women,Infants,and Children (WIC): Special Supplement Nutrition Program, that is designed to help the families in the program. Some counties including Lactation Coaches.
WIC Nutrition Online Class: Provides information,tips and ideas to have a healthier eating lifestyle.
Warren County #309-734-8368
240 S. Main St. Monmouth,IL
Henderson County #309-627-2810
208 W.Elm St. Gladstone,IL
Mercer County # 309-582-3759
305 NW South Aledo,IL
Knox County #309-344-0319
1361 W. Fremont St. Galesburg,IL
The Pediatric Group: Parenting and Behavior, Prenatal development, preparing for baby and what to expect when expecting
Teen Pregnancy: Provides information to teens and guardians of teens of options with pregnancy. Also including nutrition during pregnancy,resources,and planning for the future.
Dad Bonding with Unborn Baby: The information provided is to give caregivers tips,and support father involvement with bonding with the baby before they are born.
American Academy of Pediatrics: A collection of over 5000 articles on Prenatal care on a wide variety of topics.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pregnancy,and Breastfeeding : A Message for Patients: Provides Information to frequently asked questions about pregnancy,labor,and breastfeeding during COVID-19.
Postnatal Care : Provides information on the importance of postnatal care for the new mother and baby. Also, gives common signs of postpartum depression.
Birth-3
Parents as Teachers: Provides developmental information based on your child’s specific age and area of learning.
Zero to Three: A collection of our highest trending resources for parents.
Illinois Early Learning Guidelines: a place for parents to find fun ways to help your child learn
Resource Guide: Child development resources for parents and providers
Center for Disease and Control Prevention: Family Resources
American Psychological Association: Cognitive and Social Skills 0-36 months
Pathways: We provide free, trusted resources so that every parent is fully empowered to support their child’s development, and take advantage of their child’s neuroplasticity at the earliest age
Head Start Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center
Illinois Early Learning Blog: This blog explores practical and enjoyable ways that caregivers, families, and teachers can help children learn as they play and explore their world.
National Association for the Education of Young Children: NAEYC: Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families—from child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!
American Academy of Pediatrics: The following resources are for families to explore and expand their understanding of early literacy. Some links have interactive reading games and stories; others have tips for helping struggling readers; and some have early literacy resources in a number of different languages.
American Psychology Association: Fact Sheets and Handouts
3-5 Preschool
Parents as Teachers: Provides developmental information based on your child’s specific age and area of learning.
Standards at Home: Activities to meet state learning standards begin in the home with your child’s first and most influential teacher: YOU!
Resource Guide: Child Development Resources for Families and Providers
American Psychological Association: Cognitive and Social Skills to Expect From 3 to 5 Years
Illinois Early Learning: a place for parents to find fun ways to help your child learn
Illinois Early Learning Blog: This blog explores practical and enjoyable ways that caregivers, families, and teachers can help children learn as they play and explore their world.
Illinois Early Learning: Learning activities at home.
National Association for the Education of Young Children: NAEYC: Find research-based resources, tips and ideas for families—from child development to reading, writing, music, math, and more!
Grades K-6
Illinois Early Learning: Starting Kindergarten in Illinois
Healthline: Ages 6-17 Milestone Chart
Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Information on Milestones & Schedules for Parents with Children (Ages 4-11)
American Psychological Association: Cognitive and Social Skills to Expect From 6 to 10 Years
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Middle Childhood (6-8 years of age) Developmental Milestones
WebMD: Your Child at 7: Milestones
WebMD: Your Child at 8: Milestones
WebMD: Your Child at 9: Milestones
America Speech Language and Hearing Association: 3rd-5th Grade Developmental Milestones
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Middle Childhood (9-11 years of age) Developmental Milestones
Helping Your Child Through Adolescence (Ages 10-14)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Young Teens ( 12-14 years of age) Developmental Milestones
Learning Technology Center of Illinois: SPARK: Supporting Parents and Remote Kids
Starting Kindergarten? Help Make It a Good Experience! Adaptations for Children with Special Needs and Their Families
Podcast: Diverse Families and the Transition to Kindergarten
Frequently Asked Questions about Kindergarten
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: What is Children’s Mental Health?
Grades 7-12
Lawrence University Developmental Milestone chart
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Young Teens ( 12-14 years of age) Developmental Milestones
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Young Teens (15-17 years of age) Developmental Milestones
Developmental Milestones for Middle-Schoolers
John Hopkins Medicine: Growing Child
John Hopkins Medicine Male Growth
John Hopkins Medicine Female Growth
Healthline Ages 6-17 Milestone Chart
Adult Resources
USDA My Plate Nutrition/Food Pyramid Info
Help Guide: Sleep Needs for Adults
The Balance Careers Job Interview Skills to Help You Get Hired
Center for Disease Control & Prevention Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight
Center for Disease Control & Prevention Tips for Coping with Stress
Ramsey 12 Budgeting Tips to Help You Win with Money