The Family Map is an assessment tool designed to be used with families to improve outcomes for young children 3 to 5 years old.  Identifying family needs and strength is a critical step in the success of early childcare programs to improve outcomes for children.  The Family Map has been used to interview parents of children during home visits and in parent teacher conferences in classroom settings.

 

“…I learned more about one of my children during the Family Map interview than I did all last year…”     From a early childcare teacher

 

“The teacher showed concern.  I appreciated the depth of questions to help understand our family.”              From a Head Start Parent