Working with Children with Developmental Delays

Developmental Milestones

• Language
• Fine and Gross Motor
• Social Emotional
• Cognition

Baby Steps

What do I say?

Learn the Signs

Strategies for Language Acquisition

• Use rich vocabulary
• Read out loud
• Repetition
• Expand language
• Visuals

Strategies for Motor Development

• Scaffolded support
• Tummy time
• Sensory Play
• Play!

Strategies for Cognitive Development

• Teach concepts
• Embed into daily routines
• Use multiple means of representation

Strategies for Social Emotional

• Teach self-regulation/calming
• Social skills instruction
• Visuals
• Teach waiting
• Warnings of transitions

Child Find

Infant Learning Program

Questions?

Resources