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Using a wide range of communications methods, communities and other Discovery partners are reaching out to parts of the community often left out, informing the general public and policymakers about critical issues, advocating for improved conditions for young children, amplifying the voices of those most effected by policies, and encouraging more people to become involved.

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	Early Childhood Communications Campaign Activities (Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance) Checklist of activities related to the Early Childhood Communications Campaign that are scheduled to take place between Spring 2008 and Fall 2009. (81.5K Bytes) (See other resources by Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance)

	The Family Connection: A Resource Guide for Groton Families With Children Ages Birth to 8 (Spring 2008) (Groton) A directory for Groton families with listings of agencies that provide emergency services, early care services, family support services, health and medical services as well as municipal government contacts, family fun and recreation information and school district contacts. Also includes helpful tips on safety, exercise, healthy eating, literacy, and choosing an early childhood education program. (1.18M Bytes) (See other resources by Groton)

	Information for Parents (Milford) Registration for Motheread/Fatheread program is curently being accepted for the spring 2008. This program for parents helps to build reading skills in children and teaches parents how to use quality children's literature to help with parenting. Go to mothereadmilford@yahoo.com to email your interest. A facilitator will contact you. (See other resources by Milford)

	Derby School Readiness Checklist (Bosnian) (Derby) A school readiness checklist that was developed by the Derby Kindergarten teachers and the Discovery collaborative and for distribution to parents. (Bosnian translation) (84.5K Bytes) (See other resources by Derby)

	Derby School Readiness Checklist (Polish) (Derby) A school readiness checklist that was developed by the Derby Kindergarten teachers and the Discovery collaborative and for distribution to parents. (Polish translation) (87K Bytes) (See other resources by Derby)

	School Readiness Checklist (Spanish) (Derby) A school readiness checklist that was developed by the Derby Kindergarten teachers and the Discovery collaborative and for distribution to parents. (Spanish translation) (80K Bytes) (See other resources by Derby)