SEPTEMBER 2025

Supporting Young Children

with Visuals


Young children, especially babies and toddlers, learn best when things are clear, consistent, and predictable. Visuals—like pictures, simple drawings, or objects—help them understand what’s happening around them. They give little ones an extra way to connect words and actions, making routines easier to follow and less overwhelming. Making daily routines smoother and more fun can be as simple as adding a few visual cues around the house! Here are some easy ideas you can try:


  • Picture Routines: Create a bedtime or morning routine chart with pictures—like a toothbrush, pajamas, book, and bed. Toddlers love checking off each step as they go!
  • Choice Boards: Let your child point to a snack, toy, or activity they want. This helps them communicate without frustration.
  • First/Then Board or Cards: Show cards like “First clean up toys → Then play outside.” This makes transitions much easier.
  • Feelings Faces: Keep a small chart with faces showing happy, sad, mad, or tired. Your toddler can point to how they feel, making emotions easier to express.
  • Labels: Add picture labels to bins (blocks, cars, dolls) to make clean-up time simple and playful.


Little visual supports can reduce frustration, make transitions easier, and help your toddler feel more confident and independent—while making your life a bit easier too!


Visuals are also a wonderful tool for communication. Babies and toddlers who aren’t yet speaking can still point to a picture or symbol to share what they feel, want or need. This builds their independence while also strengthening their bond with you—because they feel heard and understood.


You are Invited!


Transitioning Out of

Early Intervention Workshop


*held monthly via Zoom


Geared towards parents of children who are currently

24-32 month’s old who will be transitioning out of Early Intervention Services at

age three.



Next Presentations:



Presented in English:

September 16th at 10:00am

register HERE



Presented in Spanish:

October 2nd at 9:00am

register HERE



View the upcoming Transition Presentation

schedule and

register HERE!

 

Upcoming Free Virtual Workshops



Click the flyers below to register!

Resource Spotlight


From We Can't to We Can

From We Can't to We Can is a a nonprofit organization in NJ for families with disabilities.

They create representation and inclusion through children's books, local events and financial support. They have a Resource Recycler Program which we would like to highlight


"The Resource Recycler Program is a vital part of our mission at From We Can’t to We Can, dedicated to repurposing gently used medical equipment for children and families with disabilities. Often, essential tools like wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, standers, and other adaptive devices are outgrown or no longer needed. Instead of these valuable resources sitting unused or being discarded, our program collects, stores, and redistributes them to families who need them most—free of charge. We understand that navigating insurance approvals can be time-consuming and disheartening, especially when a child’s mobility, comfort, and dignity are at stake. That’s why we step in to bridge that gap, ensuring that families never have to wait for life-changing support. The Resource Recycler Program, founded by From We Can’t to We Can, is a life-changing initiative based in New Jersey that collects and redistributes gently used medical equipment to children and families with disabilities. We rescue items like wheelchairs, walkers, shower chairs, standers, and more—giving them a second life and giving families a first chance at relief. Many of the families we serve have been denied coverage or are stuck waiting months through insurance red tape. Instead of hearing another “no,” they hear from us. We pick up medical equipment, store and sanitize it, then deliver it free of charge to families who need it most. Our mission is rooted in dignity, access, and inclusion."

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