EI Newsletter

The EI Clearinghouse publishes a quarterly newsletter, Early Intervention Clearinghouse, for families and providers taking part in the Illinois Early Intervention program. The newsletter contains family-friendly information and resources available about early intervention. Subscribe to our electronic newsletter.

Recent Issues

Volume 36, Issue 3 (Fall 2023)

Our latest newsletter focuses on everyday routines. Routines help young children know what they can expect next.
Volume 36, Issue 2 (Summer 2023)

Outside play is a wonderful opportunity to work on early intervention (EI) outcomes.
Volume 36, Issue 1 (Spring 2023)

Responsive feeding is a child-led approach to helping infants and toddlers enjoy eating and learn new skills.

Issue Archive

Volume 35, Issue 4 (Winter 2023)

The Winter Newsletter focuses on family stories and experiences in early intervention.
Volume 35, Issue 3 (Fall 2022)

What is Advocacy?
Volume 35, Issue 2 (Summer 2022)

Incorporating Early Intervention into Your Summer Break
Volume 35, Issue 1 (Spring 2022)

What Is Family Engagement?
Volume 34, Issue 4 (Winter 2022)

Transition at Age 3: Who, What, Where, Why, and When
Volume 34, Issue 3 (Fall 2021)

Coaching: An Essential Part of Early Intervention
Volume 34, Issue 2 (Summer 2021)

Speech and Language Are EI’s Most Common Delays
Volume 34, Issue 1 (Spring 2021)

EI Provides Critical Supports for Children with Lead Exposure
Volume 33, Issue 4 (Winter 2021)

Staying Active During Winter
Volume 33, Issue 3 (Fall 2020)

Family Reading Time
Volume 33, Issue 2 (Summer 2020)

Handling Stress in Times of Crisis
Volume 33, Issue 1 (Spring 2020)

Healthy Sleep Helps All
Volume 32, Issue 4 (Winter 2020)

Play and Learn Indoors
Volume 32, Issue 3 (Fall 2019)

Handling Picky Eaters
Volume 32, Issue 2 (Summer 2019)

You Are Your Child’s Best Advocate
Volume 32, Issue 1 (Spring 2019)

Tech Talk
Volume 31, Issue 4 (Winter 2019)

Plan Ahead to Prevent Tantrums and Meltdowns During the Holidays
Volume 31, Issue 3 (Fall 2018)

You Have Everything You Need: Using Household Items for Early Intervention
Volume 31, Issue 2 (Summer 2018)

Planning for Summer
Volume 31, Issue 1 (Spring 2018)

Positive Talk Builds Confidence
Volume 30, Issue 4 (Winter 2018)

Siblings as Role Models for Children With Disabilities
Volume 30, Issue 3 (Fall 2017)

Toilet Mastery for Every Child
Volume 30, Issue 2 (Summer 2017)

Early Intervention Fits Right In
Volume 30, Issue 1 (Spring 2017)

Teaming For Outcomes
Volume 29, Issue 4 (Winter 2017)

Let’s Move!
Volume 29, Issue 3 (Fall 2016)

Clearinghouse Revises Family Guide
Volume 29, Issue 2 (Summer 2016)

Responsive and Trusting Relationships Are a Strong Foundation for Your Child
Volume 29, Issue 1 (Spring 2016)

Everyday Fun: Spaces!
Volume 28, Issue 4 (Winter 2016)

Routines Provide a Sense of Security
Volume 28, Issue 3 (Fall 2015)

Healthy Sleep Key to First Few Years
Volume 28, Issue 2 (Summer 2015)

Assistive Technology for Infants and Toddlers
Volume 28, Issue 1 (Spring 2015)

Building Your Child’s Social Skills Can Bring Lifelong Rewards
Volume 27, Issue 3 (Fall 2014)

Connections on Your Early Intervention Journey
Volume 27, Issue 2 (Summer 2014)

Nurture Your Child’s Nutrition
Volume 27, Issue 1 (Spring 2014)

Parents and Children Play to Learn
Volume 26, Issue 3 (Winter 2014)

Reviewing Your Individualized Family Service Plan
Volume 26, Issue 2 (Fall 2013)

Early Intervention: Partnership at Its Best
Volume 26, Issue 1 (Spring 2013)

The EI Clearinghouse is your Information Station
Volume 25, Issue 3 (Winter 2013)

What Parents Can Do to Encourage Language Development
Volume 25, Issue 2 (Fall 2012)

Paying for EI services
Volume 25, Issue 1 (Spring 2012)

Early Intervention Visits in the Home: Boundaries Promote Success
Volume 24, Issue 4 (Winter 2012)

Crisis Nurseries in IL
Volume 24, Issue 3 (Fall 2011)

Resources for Family with Young Children
Volume 24, Issue 2 (Summer 2011)

EI Clearinghouse Expands Its Collection
Volume 24, Issue 1 (Spring 2011)

EI Clearinghouse Revises “Family Guide”
Volume 23, Issue 4 (Winter 2011)

Your Child’s Transition Out of the Early Intervention Program
Volume 23, Issue 3 (Fall 2010)

Looking for Information on Autism?
Volume 23, Issue 2 (Summer 2010)

New Books and DVDs for Families
Volume 23, Issue 1 (Spring 2010)

The EI Clearinghouse: a Resource for Families
Volume 22, Issue 3 (Fall 2009)

EI Clearinghouse Moves to Champaign

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