Arizona Department of Education AT Short Term Loan Library
Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services works in partnership with Northern Arizona University Institute for Human Development Arizona Technology Access Program to make available at no cost, a wide variety of assistive technology devices, equipment, software and professional development materials to school personnel to improve access to assistive technology.
Publisher: Arizona Department of Education
Collaborations, Connections, and Six Steps to Success
This document outlines a step-by-step approach to build, implement, and evaluate a kindergarten transition plan, and includes sections on the importance of kindergarten transition; forming a transition team, and fostering four types of connections; six steps to transition planning; and successful stories of kindergarten transition.
Publication Date: Winter 2020
Publisher: National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning
Educator Practices for Successful Transitions to Kindergarten
Research shows that a smooth and successful transition to kindergarten is strongly linked to children’s academic and social success in the school years to follow. The more transition practices are implemented, the better the transition process goes. This list offers research-based activities, organized by four Points of Connection, for educators to implement in the days, weeks, and months leading up to and following the start of kindergarten.
Publication Date: Updated January 2025
Publisher: HeadStart.gov
Educators Supporting Successful Transitions to Kindergarten
This video identifies the key components of successful kindergarten transitions and explores several practical strategies that educators can implement during the transition process.
Publication Date: Updated May 2024
Publisher: HeadStart.gov
Exploring Parental Perspectives on the Transition to Kindergarten for Children with Disabilities
This qualitative interview study explores the personal narratives of parents of children with disabilities regarding the transition of their child to kindergarten. This research suggests the potential benefits of strategies tailored to the unique needs of families and communities, aiming to foster more effective kindergarten transitions for children with disabilities.
Authors: Kari Alberque and Somer Matthews
Publication Date: September 2024
Publisher: Developmental Disabilities Network Journal
Help Me Make a Strong Start! Strategies for Successful Kindergarten Transitions
This webinar reviews the importance of helping children transition from preschool or Head Start to kindergarten. Discover successful strategies to help children, families, and teachers during this time. Includes video examples of how some programs smooth the kindergarten transition.
Publication Date: Updated September 2024
Publisher: HeadStart.gov
Leadership Practices for Successful Transitions to Kindergarten
This document outlines the four connections that are key to the transition to kindergarten and describes research-based practices and activity examples that leaders can implement for successful kindergarten transitions.
Publication Date: Summer 2019
Publisher: National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning
Supporting Children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
This guide for site leaders offers tips and resources to help ensure that the needs of children with disabilities are met during the transition to kindergarten. Many of these tips are also applicable when supporting children with 504 plans or interim services.
Publication Date: Winter 2020
Publisher: National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning
Transition to Kindergarten Collaborations, Connections, and Six Steps to Success
This document outlines a step-by-step approach to build, implement, and evaluate a kindergarten transition plan, and includes sections on the importance of kindergarten transition, forming a transition team, and fostering four types of connections; six steps to transition planning; successful stories of kindergarten transition; and resources.
Publication Date: 2020
Publisher: National Center for Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning
Transition to Kindergarten Resource Guide
The transition to kindergarten resources listed in this guide include all the resources available on the ECLKC Transition to Kindergarten webpage. These resources can support your collaboration efforts between Head Start and receiving elementary school stakeholders and guide the implementation of evidence-based transition practices.
Publication Date: Spring 2020
Publisher: National Center for Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning