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Early Learning Coalition of Manatee 600 8th Ave W Suite 100 Palmetto, Florida 34221 Phone: 941-757-2900 Extension: 2411 Toll Free Phone: Fax: 941-757-2914 TDD Phone: Website: www.elc-manatee.org |
Program Description Services Available Through This Program |
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Eligibility Requirements and Important Information The program is open to all families in Palmetto, Ellenton and Parrish and to Bradenton families in the 34203 and 34208 zip codes. Teen parents throughout Manatee County are also eligible. |
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Availability and Fees
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Points of Interest KEY COMPONENTS INCLUDE: In-home early childhood education services conducted by trained and certified Play and Learning Strategies (PALS) coaches. The PALS infant curriculum includes weekly sessions related to early development and developmental screenings. The PALS toddler curriculum also includes developmental screenings and expands on the infant curriculum by adapting the early development topics for this age group. Additional sessions are also provided related to supporting the toddlers' increased independence and limit-testing behaviors. Key concepts include paying attention to and interpreting communicative signals; responding sensitively to signals; supporting learning by maintaining the child's interests; having realistic expectations for what children of different ages can do, and what are "normal" behaviors; stimulating language development through labeling objects and actions; and incorporating these strategies throughout the day and during routine activities. |
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