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Encouraging Healthy Development

There are easy and fun things adults can do every day to encourage a child’s healthy development and growth. Find strategies for parents and caregivers that support a young child’s development and learning.

Fun and Easy Ideas To Support Healthy Development By Age

Select an age below to learn more about ideas you can do with your child to support their healthy development:
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If you have concerns about a child's development and think a child might need extra help to learn and grow, don't hesitate to refer a child.

The family will be contacted by the local school district to arrange for a screening or evaluation to determine if their child is eligible for Infant and Toddler Intervention or Preschool Special Education services in Minnesota.

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All services are free regardless of income level or immigration status.
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