Publications & Resources

This lesson plan, part of the Strengthening Families Curriculum, is designed to help participants obtain broader understanding of the impact of trauma on brain development and how its effects can be mitigated through a protective factors approach.
(21 pp)

This brief offers information on how Strengthening Families is used in Early Care and Education, as well as the resources available for implementing Strengthening Families into ECE in various states.
(2 pp)

This brief offers information on how Strengthening Families is used in child abuse and neglect prevention (CANP), as well as the resources available for implementing Strengthening Families into CANP in various states.

(2 pp)

This brief charts the protective factors with an overview of their definitions and examples of how teaming builds each one. It includes information on developmental needs and caregiver decision-making.
(2 pp)

This brief discusses the strong link between young children’s social-emotional competence and their cognitive development, language skills, mental health, and school success.
(2 pp)

This brief discusses the importance of constructive and supportive social connections—relationships with family members, friends, neighbors, co-workers, community members, and service providers.
(2 pp)

This brief discusses why and how Strengthening Families and Triple P—Positive Parenting Program can connect and collaborate.
(2 pp)

This brief discusses why and how Strengthening Families and the National Fatherhood Initiative can connect and collaborate.
(2 pp)

This brief discusses the importance of educating parents on parenting strategies and child development. This knowledge helps parents recognize what children need during developmental stages.
(2 pp)