# Developr Screening ## mental Toolkit ### Learn how to: - Screen with ASQ - Engage families - Boost child development --- ## The developmental screener trusted across the country Screening with a valid, reliable tool helps you check that children’s development is on track, identify strengths and needs, and plan learning activities that help the kids in your program reach key milestones. Trusted for nearly 20 years, ASQ-3™ is a quick, family-friendly screener that makes it easy to check child development. This practical toolkit will help you get started with ASQ-3! Use these handouts, checklists, charts, and other resources to learn about ASQ-3, involve families in the screening process, and track child development. You’ll also learn from the success stories of programs like yours and see how they used ASQ-3 to enhance their current practices. Whether you’re new to screening or looking to improve your existing program, these resources will help you take full advantage of everything ASQ-3 has to offer. ## CONTENTS - Screening with ASQ-3 . PAGE 3 - Engaging Families with ASQ-3 . PAGE 9 - Fun Activities to Help Kids Grow. PAGE 16 - All About Child Development. PAGE 22 - All About ASQ-3. PAGE 23 - Order ASQ-3 BACK COVER --- ## Screening with ASQ-3 The resources in this section will show you how to use ASQ-3 for developmental screening. You’ll also get first-hand tips from early childhood professionals who use ASQ-3 with the families in their programs. ### IN THIS SECTION - How ASQ-3 Works - A quick, step-by-step illustrated walkthrough of the ASQ-3 screening process - Top Tips for ASQ-3 Success in Child Care Programs - Child care providers who use ASQ-3 share their favorite tips for using it effectively - ASQ-3 Success Story - See how one child care program made the most of ASQ-3 - ASQ-3 Age Calculator - Always choose the right questionnaire with this easy-to-use calculator --- ## How ASQ-3 Works ### 6 easy steps to screening success! 1. **Choose the right questionnaire for the child’s age.** 2. **Photocopy or print it… or use ASQ Online.** 3. **Give it to the parent to complete and return.** 4. **Score the questionnaire when the parent returns it.** 5. **Share results with the parent.** 6. **Give parents fun ASQ-3™ Learning Activities.** Help them boost development at home between screenings! --- ## ASQ users tell us their Top Tips for Success in Child Care Programs - Have a parent meeting ahead of time so you can answer the parents’ questions. - Have the teachers practice prior to administering the questionnaire with children, as well as have them read the User’s Guide that comes with ASQ-3. - Spend a few minutes with the parents going over the questionnaire when first given out. Once the parents understand how the questions relate to their child, it is easier for them. - Give the ASQ-3 questionnaire to parents when their child first enrolls with all of the other paperwork. - Doing a training with the staff was extremely helpful for them to get on board with using the ASQ-3. - Observe the child in a comfortable setting and make it playful so they can enjoy the process and really share what they are capable of. --- ## The Young School and ASQ-3 A Child Care Success Story The Young School is a group of five year-round child care centers in the Baltimore metro area. At the King’s Contrivance location, a staff of 66 dedicated child care professionals work with infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children from 280 local families. They’ve used ASQ-3™ as their screener of choice for 4 years—with great results! ### Success Insights - ASQ has helped make our staff and our families more aware of developmentally appropriate growth and development. - Our PreK 2 families will be completing the ASQ-3 in October. - We plan to hold optional informational meetings for families and incorporate the screening into our fall conferences. --- ## Age Calculator Always choose the right ASQ-3 questionnaire for a child’s age with this quick, convenient Age Calculator on www.agesandstages.com! 1. Enter the date you’ll administer ASQ-3. 2. Enter the child’s birth date. 3. Enter how many weeks premature (if applicable). 4. Calculate. The calculator instantly tells you which questionnaire to use! ### TRY IT NOW >> http://agesandstages.com/age-calculator --- ## Engaging Families with ASQ-3 Getting families involved in screening is easy with ASQ-3. Because parents complete the questionnaires, you’ll have many opportunities to engage them in their children’s development. When parents actively participate in the process, screening is easier and more accurate—and fully engaged families also help their children learn and grow between screenings. Use these parent handouts and tip sheets to help keep families involved in screening every step of the way! ### IN THIS SECTION - What Is ASQ-3™? handout - Sample Questionnaire Cover Letter for parents - Introducing ASQ-3 Questionnaires - Helping Parents Complete ASQ-3™ - Sharing Screening Results with Families --- ## What Is ASQ-3™? ASQ-3 is a set of questionnaires about children’s development. It has been used for more than 20 years to make sure children are developing well. A screening provides a quick look at how children are doing in important areas, such as communication, physical ability, social skills, and problem-solving skills. --- ## Parent Questionnaire Letter Dear Parent/Caregiver: Thank you for participating in our child screening/monitoring program. The enclosed questionnaire from the Ages & Stages Questionnaires®, Third Edition (ASQ-3™), is a screening tool that will provide a quick check of your child’s development. The information you supply will help reveal your child’s strengths, uncover any areas of concern, and determine if there are community resources or services that may be useful for your child or your family. ### Sections Explained 1. **Developmental Areas:** Communication, Gross motor, Fine motor, Problem solving, Personal-social. 2. **Overall Section:** Important questions about your child’s development and any concerns you may have. --- ## Fun Help Activities to Help Kids Grow Parents love these FREE ASQ-3 activity stickers. You can print them on Avery labels or share the link with parents and they can print stickers at home anytime. --- ### ASQ Activities Help your child learn and grow! Try these fun and easy activities with your 1-year-old to encourage healthy development. 1. Let your baby "help" during daily routines. Encourage your baby to get the cup and spoon for mealtime. 2. Babies love games at this age (like Peekaboo). 3. This is the time your baby learns that adults can be useful! --- ## All About Child Development Checking child progress and tracking development is fun and simple with these online resources developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). - **Your Baby at 2 Months** - **Milestone Moments Booklet** - **Your Child’s Early Development is a Journey** - **Child Growth Chart** ### Visit: - https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/checklists/all_checklists.pdf - https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/parents_pdfs/milestonemomentseng508.pdf - http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/parents_pdfs/trackchildsdevmilestoneseng.pdf --- ## LEARN MORE The ASQ system is trusted across the country to check that children’s development is on track. Learn everything you need to know about the valid, cost-effective, easy-to-use ASQ-3™ with these free downloads.