Help Me Grow-Ottawa

Help Me Grow-Ottawa Help Me Grow connects families with children from prenatal to age five to local Ottawa County Michigan resources. regarding yourself or others on this page.

Help Me Grow connects families with children birth through age five to free local resources helping children grow up healthy and ready to succeed in school. We’d love to have you participate so that we can better support you and your child. Some of the supports Help Me Grow provides include:

- Up-to-date information on childcare, kindergarten tips and free or low-cost quality preschool
- Free and convenient access to the nationally recognized Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) in English and Spanish to check-in on your child’s development
- Answers to prenatal and pregnancy questions
- Links to local playgroups, library happenings and other parenting resources including home visiting services

If you or your child’s teachers, caregivers, or doctors have concerns about your child’s behavior, development, learning or well-being, call 844-233-2244 or visit www.hmgottawa.org. We will connect you to helpful services and supports in your community. These materials were developed under a grant awarded by the Michigan Department of Education. This is an OFFICIAL page of the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District for all past, present, and future students; teachers; friends; business partners; and others who support the mission and vision of our school district. We welcome comments, including constructive criticism, but any comments on paid advertisements, boosted posts, or regular posts that are not related to the entire post will be removed. Endorsements and personal or company promotions are not permitted. The comments, ads and endorsements on this site by non-district commentators do not necessarily reflect the official views of OAISD. By using or accessing this page, you agree to comply with Facebook's Terms and Conditions. We will delete any content that is a violation of these terms or is contrary to our organization’s values. Obscenities, threats of violence, and unsolicited business promotions are not permitted and will be removed. Comments not related to the original posts in their entirety may also be deleted. We reserve the right to remove or ban any user for comments that violate our Terms of Use. By accessing, affiliating with, or commenting on this page, your identity may be visible to third parties not affiliated with OAISD. In addition, third parties may be able to access your profile and personal information. OAISD is not responsible for access to your identity, profile, or personal information by third parties. It is the express responsibility of the user, or his/her parent or guardian, to protect the user’s identity, profile, and personal information. You should not provide private or personal information (phone, email, addresses, etc.) Any posts or comments containing personal information of this nature will be deleted.

02/20/2026

🎉 Fall 2026 Preschool Enrollment is NOW OPEN! 🍂✏️
Support your child’s growth with a high-quality preschool program tailored to their needs. 💛

️Apply online
https://version4.miecc.org/CaregiverPortal/70

Around 24 to 30 months, many toddlers begin pretending that objects are something else. For example, putting a cup to th...
02/18/2026

Around 24 to 30 months, many toddlers begin pretending that objects are something else. For example, putting a cup to their ear and pretending it is a phone.

Looking for ways to help boost your toddlers problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 24-30 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your toddlers developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

Around 20 to 24 months, many toddlers are able to copy an adult who lines up 2 to 4 objects, like blocks or cars, in a r...
02/11/2026

Around 20 to 24 months, many toddlers are able to copy an adult who lines up 2 to 4 objects, like blocks or cars, in a row.

Looking for ways to help boost your toddlers problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 20-24 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your toddlers developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

Pajamas + Play = The Best Start to the Day!It’s Pajama Day at Play N Learn!📍 City on a Hill🗓 February 6, 2026⏰ 10 am –11...
02/06/2026

Pajamas + Play = The Best Start to the Day!

It’s Pajama Day at Play N Learn!
📍 City on a Hill
🗓 February 6, 2026
⏰ 10 am –11 AM

We look forward to seeing you all!

Between 16 to 20 months, many toddlers begin scribbling back and forth with a writing tool like a crayon. Looking for wa...
02/04/2026

Between 16 to 20 months, many toddlers begin scribbling back and forth with a writing tool like a crayon.

Looking for ways to help boost your toddlers problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 16-20 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your toddlers developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

🧸Whether you're brand new and looking for a play group or you're already a Play n Learn regular, we can't wait to see yo...
02/02/2026

🧸Whether you're brand new and looking for a play group or you're already a Play n Learn regular, we can't wait to see you this month! 📖

Join us for:
📖 Story time
🎶 Music & movement
🧩 Fun, educational play activities
💡 Tips on child development & early literacy for parents/caregivers

Best of all? Every month, you and your family can take home a ✨FREE✨ children's book just for coming to play and learn with us! 🎁

For specific locations, dates and times please see our Facebook Event pages or visit our website at https://www.oaisd.org/programs-services/teaching-learning/services/early-childhood/play-n-learn for more info

Around 12 to16 months many toddlers are able to drop small items like cereal pieces into a small clear bottle (like a pl...
01/28/2026

Around 12 to16 months many toddlers are able to drop small items like cereal pieces into a small clear bottle (like a plastic water bottle).

Looking for ways to help boost your toddlers problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 12-16 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your toddlers developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

01/27/2026

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Many students in West Michigan haven’t seen the inside of a classroom in over a week. After some time off for the holidays, and with midwinter break right around the c…

Between 8 to 12 months many infants are able to hold a toy or object in each of their hands.Looking for ways to help boo...
01/21/2026

Between 8 to 12 months many infants are able to hold a toy or object in each of their hands.

Looking for ways to help boost your infants problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 8-12 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your infants developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

Due to inclement weather, Play N Learn for January 19, 2026 at the Herrick District Library has been CANCELLED. We apolo...
01/19/2026

Due to inclement weather, Play N Learn for January 19, 2026 at the Herrick District Library has been CANCELLED. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay safe and warm. We will see you at our next Play N Learn event.

01/14/2026

🌿🐄 We’re excited to expand our Farm to Forest experiences for the 26/27 school year! Little learners will explore, learn, and play through hands-on adventures at places like The Critter Barn, Outdoor Discovery Center, Post Family Farm, and local parks. Mark your calendars and join us at an Open House to learn more about enrollment!

Around 4 and 8 months, many infants begin reaching for toys that are placed near them.Looking for ways to help boost you...
01/14/2026

Around 4 and 8 months, many infants begin reaching for toys that are placed near them.

Looking for ways to help boost your infants problem solving skills? Try this simple low prep activity for your 4-8 month old.

Want to discover and celebrate your infants developmental milestones? Take our FREE online Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) today! Visit our website: https://helpmegrowottawa.org/your-childs-development/

Address

100 South Pine Street, Suite #300
Zeeland, MI
49424

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+18442332244

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