There are many helpful resources on the Web.  We have listed several here.  This is not an all inclusive list.  Early-In Special Education Preschool Program does not necessarily endorse any of the following sites.

Sites That Encourage Learning

• Get Ready for Back to School
  Helping children around the world to read and learn.  A comprehensive site of many great resources including developmental information, games and activities, ebooks, and news/blogs.

• ABCmouse
  The Step-by-Step Learning Path presents the full ABCmouse.com curriculum in a carefully designed program of more than 450 lessons in six levels. As your child completes each lesson, he or she is guided to the next one and is motivated to continue learning by ABCmouse.com’s Tickets and Rewards System.

• Preschool Resources
  From how preschoolers think, to typical milestones in development for three-year-olds and four-year-olds, we've got preschool covered! Look here for information on learning to read and kindergarten readiness, in addition to preschool arts and crafts ideas, hands-on preschool activities, and preschool worksheets that make learning a blast!

• Crayola Products and Inspiration  
  More than just coloring pages, Crayola.com is home to thousands of activities, tips and creative ideas. This is creativity central, your ticket to imaginative fun and learning online! Come on in and explore!

• Sproutonline.com  
  Preschool Activities and Ideas for Teachers, Parents and Grandparents

• Fsher-price
  Preschool Activities and Ideas Teachers, Parents and Grandparents

• Notimeforflashcards.com  
  A blog from a preschool teacher who is now a stay-at-home mom.  She has lots of great ideas for pretend play activities and craft activities that are appropriate for preschool children.  Includes step-by-step picture directions for the crafts.  An excellent resource for play-based learning activities ideas.

• PBS
  Search topics such as Early Learning, Play, Social and Emotional Development, Health and Safety, Child Development, and Special Needs.  Use the “Find Activity” drop-down menu to find activities for play, fine/gross motor, social-emotional and learning.

Informational Sites for Child Development and Disabilities

• The Autism Speaks website has a resource for families of children who have just been diagnosed with autism called the 100 Day Kit.  You can request or download the kit from the organization's Website or call their Family Services line at 888-288-4762.

• The early years of a child’s life are very important for his or her health and development. Parents, health professionals, educators, and others can work together as partners to help children grow up to reach their full potential.

• Cerebral Palsy Guide is a small group of professionals with a desire to educate and help people with cerebral palsy. Its mission is to provide an easy-to-use, informative website that provides solutions for families.  The website gives resources including information about cerebral palsy, its treatments and how to find doctors or legal help.

• Cerebral Palsy Group is a national organization that was created so that it may serve individuals and families who have been diagnosed with cerebral palsy. We are here to provide information and support so that we may help provide resources and education to those affected by Cerebral Palsy.

• ZERO TO THREE is a national, nonprofit organization that informs, trains, and supports professionals, policymakers, and parents in their efforts to improve the lives of infants and toddlers.  Our mission is to promote the health and development of infants and toddlers.

• The Baby Brain Map reveals the secrets of how early care enriches a child's development.

Local Agency Resources

• Autism Society of Cumberland County

• Cumberland Community Action Program, Inc. Head Start

• Cumberland County Department of Public Health

• Early-In Special Education Preschool Homepage

• Meet the Team

• Activities for Families

• Behavior Management

• Concerns: First Step

• Developmental Milestones

• Early In Brochure

• Exceptional Children Beginner's Fair

• Exceptional Children's Services

• Family Routine Guide

• Helpful Links

• New to Cumberland: First Steps

• Potty Training Tips

• Social Skills

Early-In Special Education Preschool
396 Elementary Dr
Fayetteville, NC 28301

Phone: 910-484-6761
Fax: 910-484-6956

Shanaira Walker, Program Specialist

Exceptional Children's Services
2465 Gillespie Street
Fayetteville, NC 28306

Phone: (910) 678-2440
Fax: (910) 678-2620

Ayanna Richard 
Executive Director

John A. McMillan