Let's Grow CT: Learn about Sparkler from a Doctor and Access Support for Your Child
In this video, Dr. Kathleen Swec, a pediatrician and the American Academy of Pediatrics CT Chapter Early Childhood Champion, introduces Sparkler and talks about the importance of developmental screening and the critical role of parents in early childhood. We also hear from Kirsten Carlone, the lead care coordinator at 211 Child Development — which is a division of the United Way of Connecticut. Kirsten talks about how families can access the support they need to help their children thrive!
Let's Grow: Karina's Journey Using Sparkler to Help Her 3-Year-Old Son Succeed
In this video, Karina Mendez, the mother of a three year old, shares her Sparkler experience:
- She describes how she used Sparkler to understand her son’s development.
- By completing the Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) on Sparkler, she learned that her son could benefit from extra support.
- She used this information to access the support her son needed to succeed and uses Sparkler to find play activities to grow her son’s big early skills.
Let's Grow: Rosa Uses Sparkler to Engage her 3 Year Old and New Baby
In this video, Rosa Pagan, the mother of a three year old and new baby on the way, shares her experience:
- She describes how she learned about Sparkler from her child’s pediatrician.
- She shares her experience playing with her child using Sparkler.
- She encourages other families to use Sparkler to understand their children’s early learning and support their development.