Northeast Kansas Infant Toddler

Northeast Kansas Infant Toddler Infant Toddler Services of Northeast Kansas provides early intervention services with care and compassion.

We coach families and caregivers to build confidence and competence. We help each young child adapt and develop their lifelong potential.

09/03/2026

There’s a seat at the table for everyone who cares for our youngest community members. This week, early childhood leaders, healthcare providers, educators, and community partners from across our 6-county region gathered at Oskaloosa City Hall for the inaugural Northeast Kansas Early Childhood Interagency Coordinating Council (NEKEC-ICC) meeting!
Co-hosted by Jennifer Shipp (PAT Coordinator) and Rachel Raydo (Infant Toddler Coordinator), the morning was all about turning administrative requirements into meaningful community connection. We swapped isolated tables for a round, collaborative space where every voice matters—and enjoyed a toddler-friendly snack board to match our early childhood focus! 🧀🍇 Cracker and fruit plates never looked so good.
No single program holds the whole picture, but together across Northeast Kansas, we’re making sure the seats around our table are connected, so any one of us can become the doorway to the support a child or family needs.
Thank you to all our incredible partners from Marshall-Nemaha Educational Services, PAT Keystone, NEK-CAP, A Child’s World, Jefferson County Health Department, USD #343 Perry, Northridge Family Development Center, and NEKITS who pulled up a chair!
Swipe to see who’s at the table, and click the link in bio to join the council directory or nominate a partner! 🙋✨

08/15/2026

Come visit us at the Jefferson County Community baby shower at Okaloosa City Hall from 9 AM to noon today (8/15/2026).
This is for all Jefferson County residents who are pregnant and new parents with infants up to six months old. Join us to receive resources, educational materials and raffle items.

For 2-year-olds, look for toys that encouragepretend play, language, and movement. Play kit...
08/04/2026

For 2-year-olds, look for toys that encourage
pretend play, language, and movement. Play kitchens, dolls, vehicles, farm animals, and simple blocks can all be great if they are open-ended and easy to use in many ways.
The best toys at this age often support interaction with you, because toddlers learn so much from hearing words during play and having a partner join in.

At 3 years, look for toys that help childrenbuild, sort, pretend, and solve small problems. Think b...
07/28/2026

At 3 years, look for toys that help children
build, sort, pretend, and solve small problems. Think blocks, simple art materials, dress-up items, and toys with pieces they can match or fit together.
This is also a good age to choose toys that let children keep talking, explaining, and creating instead of toys that do all the entertaining for them.

07/22/2026

Children need a variety of toys, not just noisy hard plastic toys.A balanced toy collection can include soft items, books, containers, balls, things to stack, things to push, and toys that help with movement and position like small chairs or cube seats for supported play.
Different toys support different skills, so mixing them gives children more ways to explore, practice, and learn.

When shopping, ask: “What skill does this toy invite my child to practice?”Some toys help with grabbing, some with pushi...
07/14/2026

When shopping, ask: “What skill does this toy invite my child to practice?”
Some toys help with grabbing, some with pushing or carrying, some with placing objects in and out, and some with talking, pretending, or staying organized in play.
The goal is not more stuff — it is better play that matches your child’s age and stage.

The best toys often fit into everyday routines.A basket of blocks near the kitchen, a few books by the couch, or a soft ...
07/08/2026

The best toys often fit into everyday routines.
A basket of blocks near the kitchen, a few books by the couch, or a soft ball in the living room can turn regular moments into learning moments.
When play is simple, repeated, and shared with you, children get more chances to move, talk, problem-solve, and grow.

At 18 months, look for toys that let toddlersdo more of the action themselves. Simple puzzles, shape sorters, large bloc...
07/06/2026

At 18 months, look for toys that let toddlers
do more of the action themselves. Simple puzzles, shape sorters, large blocks, and toys with doors, lids, and containers can support thinking, reaching, and finger use.
Try to choose toys that invite your child to imitate, problem-solve, and use words or sounds while playing instead of only watching lights and hearing music.

07/05/2026

Join us on Tuesday, July 7th 2026 from 1-3pm Atchison Family YMCA / Cray Community Center for safe sleep giveaways, freebies, education and more!

For toddlers around 12 to 15 months, look for toys that encouragestanding, walking, carrying, and simple pretend play. G...
06/29/2026

For toddlers around 12 to 15 months, look for toys that encourage
standing, walking, carrying, and simple pretend play. Good choices are sturdy toys they can push, tote, stack, or drop into a container.
This is also a great age to offer toys that are a little heavier or give more resistance, because that helps build strength and body awareness during play.

Address

500 E. Sunflower Boulevard
Ozawkie, KS
66070

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17852132614

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