Hip on Health CD: Health Information for Caregivers and Families

Description: More than 140 childhood health and safety topics for families, educators, and caregivers

Health and safety is of utmost importance when it comes to the care of young children. This field-tested and medically reviewed collection of reproducible mini-posters and one-page information sheets covers children's growth and development, childhood illnesses and diseases, health care and illness prevention, infant care, nutrition, indoor and outdoor safety, and other well-being topics. These tools will increase family and caregiver knowledge and enhance communication with families.

You can use the material in a variety of ways:

Post on bulletin boards or display in common areas
Distribute to families as needed
Hand out at training events and family meetings
Display in staff lounge as reminders and refreshers
Incorporate in discussions about health with children
Include as inserts in newsletters

Review Quotes: Hip on Health is where I go for health information! The practical, easy-to-read format is perfect for busy families and staff. With mini-posters and information sheets on 144 pertinent topics, this is a comprehensive resource you will use again and again.
--Marna Holland, EdD, Birth-Kindergarten Licensed Teacher

"This user-friendly resource outlines every imaginable injury, illness, disease and/or health and safety issue a caregiver would ever experience while caring for children. In addition, the author understands the need for clear and concise information, presented in a format that will attract the attention of those who are in need of the information, whether it be parent, teacher, or director. I am sure this important resource will become a highly utilized desktop companion for anyone purchasing it."
--Jody L. Martin, Vice President of Education and Training, Crème de la Crème

Hip on Health is quintessential Charlotte Hendricks. As a widely recognized expert in the field of early childhood health education, Dr. Hendricks combines focal points about 144 health and safety topics with Nic Frising's entertaining illustrations to create this essential health and safety resource. The additional bonus of mini-posters and information sheets makes this resource a must have for everyone involved in the care of children.
--Marilyn Massey-Stokes, EdD, CHES, FASHA, CWHC, Interim Co-Chair, Associate Professor, Department of Health Studies, Texas Woman's University