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I found the Norwalk Resource Directory to be very helpful. I was looking for a summer program for my daughter and found a great list of places offering summer programs.”
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HELPFUL WEBSITESNorwalk Public Library (www.norwalkpubliclibrary.org): Check out the Children’s Services section for book recommendations, events, summer book clubs and much more. Norwalk Public Schools (www.norwalkpublicschools.org): Find links to individual schools, afterschool programs, Board of Ed members and minutes and more. Norwalk Parent Teacher Organization (www.ptocouncil.org): Find out more about Norwalk Public Schools and Norwalk Reads book distributions and events Norwalk Health Department (www.norwalkhealthdept.org): Find out about child health services and immunizations Norwalk Hospital (Children’s Health) The Norwalk Hospital Children’s Health webpage has information about their children’s services, pediatricians affiliated with the hospital and Community Events for Young Families. Birth to Three (www.birth23.org): Do you have concerns about your child's ability to see, talk, hear, move, eat, play? The State of Connecticut provides services to eligible children, birth to three with developmental challenges Bornlearning (www.bornlearning.org): Tips and information to help you develop your child’s enjoyment for learning, provide a healthy, safe environment, create age appropriate experiences that are easy and fun. United Way of Connecticut 2-1-1 (www.infoline.org): This site helps you search for child care, find information to help answer questions and concerns about your child’s development, and links you to state programs like HUSKY, Connecticut’s state health insurance program. Great Kids (www.greatkidsct.org): for parents devoted to information on parenting, education, and health and safety. The resources available on this site are related to children from birth to eight years. Kids Events ( http://www.kidsevents.com): Find information about activities for kids taking place in Norwalk and surrounding communities. National Association for the Education of Young Children(www.naeyc.org): Find resources to help select quality day care or discover activities you can do at home to encourage your child’s development Put Reading First… A Parent Guide Stepping Stones Museum (www.steppingstonesmuseum.org ): Offers exhibits and programs that take an interactive approach to promote early learning in children ages 10 and under. Provides resources for parents and educators. |



