Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety

Steps to Take if There Is Lead in Your Drinking Water

This tip sheet will answer your questions about what to do if there is lead in your program's drinking water.

Steps for Toothbrushing at the Table

Toothbrushing at the classroom table is a quicker, more structured way to have children brush than individually at the sink. In this video, learn how to prepare, model, clean up, and store supplies.

Keeping Children Safe in Vehicles

Use this tip sheet to support families in keeping children safe in and around vehicles.

Helping Children, Families, and Communities Cope with Grief

Watch this video to learn strategies and find Sesame Workshop resources to help children and others cope with grief.

Using Silver Diamine Fluoride on Children's Teeth

This handout for parents describes silver diamine fluoride (SDF) and how it can be used to prevent and treat tooth decay. It also describes the benefits of using SDF on young children.

How Children Respond to Stress and Trauma

This resource helps families and Head Start staff understand the effects of stress and trauma, so children can get the support and care they need to cope.

Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

Learn the facts about pertussis, how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

Talking with Families About Depression

This resource provides tips for staff to help them have conversations with families about depression.

Caring for Young Children Living with Sickle Cell Disease

This resource includes tips and information for Head Start staff and other early childhood program staff to care for a child with sickle cell disease.

Active Supervision Posters

Use these posters to help everyone in your program remember the strategies for active supervision.