Information for Parents with Children (Approximate Ages 4-11)

Your child will change a lot from ages 4 to 11. At a very young age, children develop the habits and behaviors that can affect their life-long health. Use the links below to guide your child in leading a healthier life.

Milestones & Schedules

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Child Development
Growth Charts
Immunization Scheduler
Schedule of Immunizations
Vaccine Information

Engaging Parents in School Health

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Parent Engagement: Strategies for Involving Parents in School Health Cdc-pdf[1.7 MB]
Overview brochure Cdc-pdf[4 MB]
Fact Sheet for Parents and Families Cdc-pdf[724 KB]

Back to School Resources

Backpack Emergency Card
Head Back to School Healthier and Safer this Year
Recess in Schools
Safety and Children with Disabilities
The Role of Educators in Emergencies

Page last reviewed: October 31, 2018

Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention