Introduction

Below are links to useful resources and information that can help you in supporting your child’s development at home.

Hungry Little Minds
“Kids take everything in, and even the smallest things you do with them can make a big difference”
This website has ideas and activities broken down into age groups from newborn to five years old, for parents and children to do together.

Parent Carer Toolkit
With the help of Somerset parents and carers, Somerset Partnerships have created a toolkit which has lots of information to support parents and carers with the job of ‘being a parent’.

Speech and Language UK
Offering free resources and services that can help with understanding what to look out for, how to get support and even some simple ways you can help your child at home.

Start for Life
Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.

Tiny Happy People
With tips for during pregnancy to activities to try with your toddler this website includes lots of fun play ideas to encourage children’s communication skills.  Includes SEND resources and activities for parents to try at home from pregnancy to age 5.

Talking Point
This is run by Speech and Language UK and has many resources, information and ideas about supporting children’s communication with a specific area for parents. The site also offers a free ‘Enquiry Service’ for you if you have questions.