Cognitive development in children

When to screen, which assessment to select, and how to interpret the results

When is the best time to assess a child's cognitive skills? How do you know you're using the appropriate cognitive development assessment? Once you've screened and identified an issue, how do you focus in on a child’s strengths in order to devise an effective intervention plan? Your clients possess the strength they need to succeed in life and we have the tools to help you help them.

Cognitive Concerns

Webinar

Cognitive development and learning in young children

Gloria Maccow, PhD

This session describes cognitive development in young children using sample data to demonstrate the relationship between a child's cognitive abilities and learning.

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Other resources

We understand the complex issues surrounding the assessment and treatment of cognitive development delays in children and we've compiled a series of resources to help you give them the best chance for success.

Analyzing cognitive strengths and needs with the WPPSI-IV

Analyzing cognitive strengths and needs with the WPPSI-IV

This one-hour webinar covers the test structure of the WPPSI-IV, the developmentally appropriate features of the test, and its factor structure.

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Products

It’s no secret that cognitive function can make or break a student’s academic success. Identifying issues and giftedness early on is often the key to maximizing the intervention efforts for your students. We are committed to providing you with the tools you need to help them succeed.

WPPSI™ - IV

Measures cognitive development for preschoolers and young children.

WISC®–V

A comprehensive measure of a child's intellectual ability. Intended for children 6:0 to 16:11.

DAS-II®

Using profile analysis, identify a child’s strengths and weaknesses, so IEP goals, intervention strategies, and progress monitoring can be developed.

KABC™-II NU

A culturally fair ability test for all children. An individually administered measure of cognitive ability.

KBIT™-2

Measures both verbal and nonverbal ability.

WNV

A nonverbal measure of ability for culturally and linguistically-diverse groups.

WRIT

Provides a general measure of intelligence (IQ) with user-friendly materials that make administration simple.

Bayley-4®

Examines all the facets of a young child’s development.