HELPING EVERY CHILD GET a strong start with sparkler

Sparkler App Preview
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Sparkler is a new CT tool to promote healthy child development. It empowers parents and caregivers as a child's first teacher. Sparkler is a free mobile app for families with 0-5 year old children and it's available in English & Spanish, on Android/iOS or browser.

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ASQ Preview

parents get:

  1. Developmental screening (ASQ-3 and ASQ: SE-2) to check in on their child’s development

  2. Fun, educational activities parents and children can play together (off-screen) to promote learning

  3. Connection with professionals — local experts in early childhood & health care

  4. Child development tips, all provided by…

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get Started with Sparkler

Use Code: BridgeportFAM

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“It shows me where my child is developmentally.” - Parent