INFORMATION ABOUT LANGUAGE AND READING

MASSACHUSETTS ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS OF SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES

https://matsol.memberclicks.net/multilingual-literacy-resources-for-parents

WASHINGTON STAGE CHILDREN YOUTH AND FAMILIES

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/publications-library?combine_1=FS_0002&combine=&field_program_topic_value=All&field_languages_available_value=All

Many early childhood booklets, (e.g. what is early intervention, IFSP, parental rights, informed consent, release of information, declining services, procedural safeguards) from Washington State Early Years :

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/child-dev-support-providers/esit/forms-publications

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/services/child-development-supports/esit/parent-rights

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act- Part C Procedural Safeguards – Parent Rights

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/FS_0005.pdf

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/FS_0005AM.pdf

Declining Participation

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-052.pdf

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-052am.pdf

Declining one or more early intervention services

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-051.pdf

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-051am.pdf

Individualized Family Service Plan

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-055.pdf

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/forms/15-055am.pdf

Guide to Early Intervention Services:

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/FS_0002AM.pdf

https://www.dcyf.wa.gov/sites/default/files/pubs/FS_0002.pdf

INFORMATION ABOUT PHYSICAL MOVEMENT:

https://activeforlife.com/resource/amharic-resources/

INFORMATION ABOUT AUTISM IN AMHARIC/TIGRINYA

https://reachfamilies.org/

https://reachfamilies.org/?s=Amharic

INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S DIGITAL LIBRARY:

http://www.childrenslibrary.org/

http://www.childrenslibrary.org/library/books_by_language.html

Books for children in 76 languages

AWESOME LIBRARY:

https://www.awesomelibrary.org/Classroom/English/Languages/Languages.html

GLOBAL DIGITAL LIBRARY IN 83 LANGUAGES:  6000+ BOOKS IN 83 LANGUAGES:

https://digitallibrary.io/ar?utm_source=All+Children+Reading%3A+A+Grand+Challenge+for+Development+eNewsletter&utm_campaign=fb90fb56a1-eNews+%28October+2017%29_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2411ed4691-fb90fb56a1-218460621

COMMUNICATION CARDS IN AMHARIC:

http://www.culturaldiversity.com.au/service-providers/multilingual-resources/communication-card

CUE CARDS IN AMHARIC:

https://www.easternhealth.org.au/services/language-services/cue-cards/cue-cards-in-community-languages

DEVELOPMENTAL INFORMATION IN AMHARIC

WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

http://wcpsmd.com/documents?search=Developmental+Milestones

Growth and Developmental Milestones Brochure from Washington County Public Schools

Physical, Language and Social/Emotional Development:  2, 4, 7, 10, 12, 18, 24, 36 months of age

 http://wcpsmd.com/documents/growth-and-developmental-milestones-brochure-amharic

 http://wcpsmd.com/sites/default/files/documents/GDBrochure_AMH.pdf

GENERAL HEALTH INFORMATION

 HEALTH TRANSLATIONS VICTORIA AUSTRALIA:

https://healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcht.nsf/PresentMultilingualResourceByTopic?Open&x=Parenting&s=Amharic

Title: Challenging behaviours

Summary: Information about challenging or disruptive behaviours of children including tantrums and ADHD, that persist or become so severe that they cause major problems for families or communities. You find information on how to cope with it and where to get help.

Title: Parent guide for the first week of life

Summary: This guide provides new parents with information about what is normal for their newborn baby and what to look out for to alert them that their baby is unwell.

Title: Speak to your child in the language you know best

Summary: It’s very important that you speak, read and write with your child in your home language. The language you know best. It can take your child some time to learn English after their first language. Your child will not be disadvantaged if they don’t speak English at home.

Title: Supporting parents and families: the mental health and well-being of children and young people

Summary: This brochure will help you to become aware of the warning signs of mental health problems, the importance of seeking early help and the ways you can help support your child or young person.
This resource has been reviewed in the last 3 years and complies with the Health Translation Directory editorial guidelines and collection policy.

https://www.healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcht.nsf/PresentMultilingualResourceByTopic?Open&x=Children%27s_health&s=Amharic

Title: Bilingualism and languages learning

Summary: This brochure explains the benefits of teaching a child more than one language.

Title: Breastfeeding and childcare

Summary: Breastfeeding and childcare provides information for both parents and childcare providers, and outlines the rights of mother and baby regarding breastfeeding and childcare.

Title: Breastfeeding confidence

Summary: Breastfeeding Confidence is a quick guide on the essentials of breastfeeding.

Title: Challenging behaviours

Summary: Information about challenging or disruptive behaviours of children including tantrums and ADHD, that persist or become so severe that they cause major problems for families or communities. You find information on how to cope with it and where to get help.

Title: Child, family and relationship services

Summary: This translated, subtitled video outlines the family support services available to help parents raise their children. It emphasises the creation of a safe and nurturing environment for children as a priority and provides information on the kinds of supports that are available to children, their parents and carers in Victoria.

Title: Helping children cope with stress during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

Summary: This fact sheet, adapted from the World Health Organisation’s information, provides tips for parents and carers to help support their children who may be feeling stressed due to the recent news of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

Title: Talking to your child during Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Summary: This guide will help you talk to your child about coronavirus (COVID-19). It includes tips on how to have a safe and reassuring conversation and links to resources to help you and your family.

Title: Using play to support children during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

Summary: While social distancing rules are in place, children are unable to play with their friends in the way that they are used to. This makes play time at home especially important. The following five tips can help you use play to support your child’s mental health during COVID-19.

This resource has been reviewed in the last 3 years and complies with the Health Translation Directory editorial guidelines and collection policy.
This resource is available in Easy English. Easy English combines text and images to convey information simply and directly. It is specifically designed for people with reading difficulties.

MEDLINE HEALTH RESOURCES IN AMHARIC:

Medline Health Resources in Amharic:

https://medlineplus.gov/languages/amharic.html

Visual Amharic:  Cued Speech

https://conference.usu.edu/SYSTEM/Uploads/pdfs/15233_1981miriamredleaf.pdf

SIGN LANGUAGES IN ETHIOPIA:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethiopian_sign_languages

Learn Ethiopian Sign Language

Important Phrases

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaaxDviEMx8

Family Signs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKgB4kUSSLY

Shopping Signs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NPq8OHm3yU

Household Items

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWF4FHidqpA

Domestic Animals

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDtDrAQ7NFE

 

GLOBAL DIGITAL LIBRARY IN 83 LANGUAGES:  6000+ BOOKS IN 83 LANGUAGES:

https://digitallibrary.io/ar?utm_source=All+Children+Reading%3A+A+Grand+Challenge+for+Development+eNewsletter&utm_campaign=fb90fb56a1-eNews+%28October+2017%29_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2411ed4691-fb90fb56a1-218460621

Afrikaans, Amharic, Arabic, Awadhi, Azerbaijani, ភាសាខ្មែរ, नेपाली (Nepal), मराठी, हिंदी, বাঙালি, Bahasa Indonesia, Balinese, Bhojpuri, Brahui, Bukusu, Cambodian Sign Language, Cebuano, Central Bikol, Chakma, Chinese (China), Croatian, Dangaura Tharu, Dotyali, Eastern Tamang, Enga, English, French, Fulah, Garo, German, Goan Konkani, Gusil, Hadiyya, Hausa (Nigeria), Hiri Motu, Ilokano, isiNdebele seSewula, isiZulu, Kalanguya, Kamba (Kenya), Kenyan Sign Language, Kinyarwanda, Kiswahili (Kenya), Lao (Lao), Lingala, Maithili, Malawi Lomwe, Mamara Senoufo, Marma, Newari, Northern Pashto, Norwegian, Nyanja, Oromo, Pedi, Persian (Afghanistan), Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, S’gaw-Karen, Sadri, Serer, Sesotho, Setswana, Shona, Sidamo, Sign language Rwanda, Sindhi (Pakistan), Sinugbuanong Binisaya, siSwati, Somali, Soninke, Southern Balochi, Southern Pashto, Spanish (Nicaragua), Spanish (Spain), Tigrinya, Tok Pisin, Tripura (Kokborok), Tshivenda, Tumbuka, Urdu, Uzbek, Wanga, Wolaytta, Wolof, Yao

MAMA LISA’S WORLD: 

https://www.mamalisa.com/?lang=Amharic&t=el