Price: $21.95

Pages: 296

Publisher: Redleaf Press

Imprint: Redleaf Press

Publication Date: 14 April 2015

Trim Size: 10.88 X 8.38 in

ISBN: 9781605544014

Format: Paperback

BISACs: EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / Health & Sexuality, FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Babysitting, Day Care & Child Care, HEALTH & FITNESS / Children's Health, EDUCATION / Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten)

"Hip on Health is where I go for health information! The practical, easy-to-read format is perfect for busy families and staff. With mini-posters and information sheets on 144 pertinent topics, this is a comprehensive resource you will use again and again."
—Marna Holland, EdD, Birth-Kindergarten Licensed Teacher

“This user-friendly resource outlines every imaginable injury, illness, disease and/or health and safety issue a caregiver would ever experience while caring for children. In addition, the author understands the need for clear and concise information, presented in a format that will attract the attention of those who are in need of the information, whether it be parent, teacher, or director. I am sure this important resource will become a highly utilized desktop companion for anyone purchasing it.”
—Jody L. Martin, Vice President of Education and Training, Crème de la Crème

"Hip on Health is quintessential Charlotte Hendricks. As a widely recognized expert in the field of early childhood health education, Dr. Hendricks combines focal points about 144 health and safety topics with Nic Frising's entertaining illustrations to create this essential health and safety resource. The additional bonus of mini-posters and information sheets makes this resource a "must have" for everyone involved in the care of children."
—Marilyn Massey-Stokes, EdD, CHES, FASHA, CWHC, Interim Co-Chair, Associate Professor, Department of Health Studies, Texas Woman's University

"Hip on Health, by Dr. Charlote Hendricks, is a significant contribution to child health literature. The format allows presentation of material in readable and also, with the unusual accompanying posters, visual form. A wide range of topics is covered in succinct style, enhanced by lighthearted cartoons. The breadth of subject material is impressive, ranging from common, indeed daily, concerns, to less common but important considerations. Noteworthy is the inclusion of the dangerous "hot car syndrome," which is generally inadequately appreciated, despite some forty child deaths annually from this totally preventable disaster. This is a good manual for all who deal with children."— S.D. Palmer, MD, Clinical Professor of Pediatrics, UAB School of Medicine

Hip on Health: Health Information for Caregivers and Families features large-size print, fun black and white illustrations by Nic Frising, and a discussion of health and wellness in early childhood that features information covering a child’s growth, development, and typical childhood issues from illness to safety. All this is presented in the form of reproducible mini posters, one-page information sheets, and documents that lend to posting, distributing to families, displays, and more. While this information has been covered before, it’s the format which promises to reach further into general-interest audiences, parenting and communities, providing all health concerns in easily-digestible approaches perfect for discriminating educators.—Midwest Book Review, California Bookwatch June 2015

Charlotte M. Hendricks: Dr. Charlotte Hendricks, president and founder of www.childhealthonline.org, has promoted health education for young children, parents, and teachers for over 30 years. She pioneered research and curriculum development for preschool health education based on the principle that adults are responsible for children’s health and safety; however, young children need to explore their work and begin to develop decision-making skills and healthy habits to promote lifelong health. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Western Kentucky University, and a doctoral degree from Indiana University. Her formal education focused on health and safety, program evaluation, and research in early childhood health education.

Her career began in 1980 with a district health department, and continued with experience in higher education, Head Start, and national research projects, including coordinating one of ten national Centers of Excellence in Early Childhood. Recognized as a leader in her field, she often presents for Head Start programs, as well as at state and national conferences. Her high-energy presentations illustrate her knowledge of research and national standards, while providing practical and cost-effective solutions to issues facing parents, teachers, and child caregivers.

She is editor of Healthy CHILDCare magazine and a reviewer for journals of national professional organizations, and she uses innovative methods to reach adults with health and safety messages. Hendricks has written several curricula and resource materials and developed numerous training modules for early childhood settings, including resources for state and national organizations, such as the National Association for Education of Young Children, the American School Health Association, and the California Department of Education.

In addition to child health and safety, Dr. Hendricks provides both training and consulting on topics such as community assessments, developing policy and procedures manuals, communicating effectively with parents, staff training methods, and preparing for program reviews.

Working Table of Contents

Part 1: Diseases
Chicken Pox
Diphtheria
Hepatitis
Hib
HIV and AIDS
Influenza
Measles
Meningitis
Mumps
Pertussis
Pneumococcal Disease
Polio
Rubella
Tetanus
Tuberculosis

Part 2: Early Childhood Settings
Selecting Child Care
Field Trips and Outings
Buckle-Up
Sharing Information
Supplies for Child Care
Authorization

Part 3: Dental Health
Tooth Brushing
Tooth Care for Infants
Teething
Sealants
Fluoride
Dental Preventing Injury
Tooth Care

Part 4: Emergencies and First Aid
Emergency Help
First Aid Kit
Cuts and Wounds
Disaster Preparation
Teach Your Child His Name and Address

Part 5: Growth and Development
Weight
Growth
Eyes and Vision
Ears and Hearing
Toilet Training
Bed Wetting
Bedtime and Rest
Bedtime Routines
Fitness for Children
Exercise for Babies
Dress for Weather

Part 6: Illness—Prevention and Treatment
Call the Doctor Infants
Call the Doctor Young Children
Going to the Hospital
Medical Home
Visiting the Doctor
Immunizations
Germ Prevention
Hand Washing
Know Your Medicine
Throw Away Old Medicine
Over-the-Counter Medicines
Pain and Fever Medications
Antibiotics

Part 7: Illness—Common Conditions
Diarrhea
Coughs
Croup
Tummy Trouble
Sore Throat
Fever
Colds
Nosebleed
Pink Eye
Dehydration
Rashes
Impetigo
Ringworm
Scabies
Pinworm
Head Lice
Allergies
Asthma
Food Allergies

Part 8: Infant Care
Solid Foods
Lifting Infants
Bottle Sanitation
Bottle Warming
Back to Sleep
Crib Safety
Shaken Baby Syndrome
Crying
Diaper Rash

Part 9: Nutrition and Food Safety
Snack Time
Picky Eaters
Lunchtime
Breakfast
Calcium
Food Meal Time
Food Spoiled
Food Healthy Foods

Part 10: Safety—Indoor
Window Safety
Toy Safety Infants
Toy Safety Toddlers
Toy Safety Preschool
Toy Safety
Gun Safety
Bath time Safety
Suffocation and Strangulation
Poisons
Indoor Safety
Fire Safety
Burn
Choking Prevention
Lead Poisoning

Part 11: Safety—Outdoor
Water Safety
Playground Safety
Pet and Animal Safety
Lawn Mowers
Prevent Head Injury
Bike Safety
Weather Safety
Pedestrian Safety
Insect Bites and Stings
Insect Repellent
Heat Illness
Sun Safety Infants
Sun Safety Avoid Hot Surfaces
Sun Safety Stay in the Shade
Sun Safety Sunburn
Sun Safety Sunglasses
Sun Safety Use Sunscreen
Sun Safety Cover Up

Part 12: Social-Emotional/Behavior
Biting
Talk With Your Child
Television and Children
Temper Tantrums
Set Rules for Your Child
Discipline with Love
ADHD: Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder
Abuse and Neglect
Effects of Caffeine
Effects of Alcohol and Drug Use
Second-Hand Smoke
Third-Hand Smoke