Cognitive & Emotional Development Videos (Video #46-49) 46. Cognitive Development (1987) Running Time: 30 minutes Young children with visual impairments may need help making the most of their vision. This video highlights the ways a parent can help a child with visual impairments use their visual skills. General information about the six visual behaviors we use to see and how vision develops is presented. Techniques for fostering visual skills are described (e.g. using color and contrasting backgrounds). Most techniques are centered around everyday activities. This video has an accompanying manual, Helping Young Children with Visual Impairments Make Use of Their Vision. The video is available in English and Spanish (manual only available in English), and is closed-captioned. Developed by: The Blumberg Center, North Dakota Department of Education, South Dakota Department of Education and Cultural Affairs   47. Touchpoints (1991) Running Time: See Tape Descriptions Dr. Brazelton is a leading expert in the nation in parenting young children. An enjoyable and informative video. Pregnancy, Birth and the First Weeks of Life (47 minutes) The First Month Through the First Year (45 minutes) One Year Through Toddlerhood (50 minutes) In these 3 videos on parenting, Dr. T. Berry Brazelton defines Touchpoints as the periods of time that precede a rapid growth in learning for both parent and children, critical to future development. The first video depicts twelve families, all in unique situations, as they prepare for birth and experience the early years of their child's life. Volume two takes on the more practical issues of being a day-to-day parent. Volume three deals with the more complex issues of two to three year old children as they discover and exercise their independence. The tapes provide a practical guide for all parents. Developed by: Dr. T. Berry Brazelton and Pipher Fils Inc., Old Greenich, CT   48. Exploring First Feelings (1985) Running Time: 21 minutes This addresses a high priority from the Wisconsin Birth to Three Family Questionnaire. It also is an area that many therapists and teachers ask to learn more about. This videotape describes and demonstrates milestones in emotional development of infants and toddlers. It comes with the book, First Feelings: Milestones in the Emotional Development of Your Baby and Child. The video and book show parents and professionals how to recognize the key stages of a child's emotional growth, and how to guide and enhance early psychological development. The video is narrated by actress Rita Mareno and is based on the work of Dr. Stanley Greenspan. Developed by: Institute for Mental Health Initiatives   49. Emotional Development (1987) Running Time: 30 minutes This video explores emotional growth in young children, and the special challenges parents of children with disabilities may face in recognizing and facilitating such growth. Dr. Stanley Greenspan describes the six stages of children's emotional development, and the ways a disability may effect this development. Two resources for parents are discussed. The "Let's Play to Grow" club is presented as a social group which facilitates children's individual growth while providing support to parents. The Toy Lending Library is a free service which allows children to sample adaptive toys. The video comes with instructor and parent's guides. Developed by: Young Adult Institute, New York