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Routines-Based Planning for Infants and Toddlers

The purpose of this module is to provide trainers and participants with information about using typical routines as the context for assessment and planning for infants and toddlers with disabilities. The module describes the practice of Routines-Based Assessment and Planning, the associated benefits, and step-by-step guidance for implementing routines-based assessment and planning.

Presentation Slides (PDF)

Presenter Notes (PDF)

Handouts

Child Vignettes (PDF)

Helpful Resources (PDF)

Observing Typical Routines: Facilitator Notes (PDF)

Planning for Routines-Based Assessments: Facilitator Notes (PDF)

Routines-Based Assessment and Planning (PDF)

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The Head Start Center for Inclusion was originally developed with funds from Grant #90HC0012 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Head Start, and the Office of Child Care. Many of the resources on this site can also be found at www.headstart.gov. This resource may be duplicated for noncommercial uses without permission.