Autism Resources
Early identification of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is key when it comes to having the most effective therapy possible and the brightest future for children with ASD. Here, we provide several ASD resources, most of which are geared toward helping parents track the developmental milestones that suggest normal development or development that may benefit from extra attention
Amazing Me
Download this free story book that parents can read to their children. Meet Joey, an amazing 3-year-old kangaroo who is very excited about all that he can do now that he is three. Joey doesn't know it, but these amazing things are called developmental milestones, and they’re a very important part of each child’s growth.
Parents, this book for children ages 2-4 will show you what to look for as your child grows and develops. Whether you read this story to your child online or have a hard copy of the book, ask your child to find the koala bears. Each page with a koala bear also has a star and milestone at the bottom just for you. See if your 3-year-old is able to do some of the same things as Joey.
Parents, this book for children ages 2-4 will show you what to look for as your child grows and develops. Whether you read this story to your child online or have a hard copy of the book, ask your child to find the koala bears. Each page with a koala bear also has a star and milestone at the bottom just for you. See if your 3-year-old is able to do some of the same things as Joey.
Community Report on Autism Spectrum Disorder
Shaw KA, Williams S, Patrick ME, et al. Prevalence and Early Identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder Among Children Aged 4 and 8 Years — Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network, 16 Sites, United States, 2022. MMWR Surveill Summ 2025;74(No. SS-2):1–22.
Review the CDC's Community Report on Autism | Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | CDC to learn more about Autism among 4-year-old and 8-year-old children in multiple communities across the United States.
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities caused by a problem with the brain. Scientists do not know yet exactly what causes this problem. ASDs can impact a person’s functioning at different levels, from very mildly to severely.
There is usually nothing about how a person with an ASD looks that sets them apart from other people, but they may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most people. The thinking and learning abilities of people with ASDs can vary – from gifted to severely challenged. Autistic disorder is the most commonly known type of ASD, but there are others, including “pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified” (PDD-NOS) and Asperger Syndrome.
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities caused by a problem with the brain. Scientists do not know yet exactly what causes this problem. ASDs can impact a person’s functioning at different levels, from very mildly to severely.
There is usually nothing about how a person with an ASD looks that sets them apart from other people, but they may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most people. The thinking and learning abilities of people with ASDs can vary – from gifted to severely challenged. Autistic disorder is the most commonly known type of ASD, but there are others, including “pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified” (PDD-NOS) and Asperger Syndrome.
Milestone Moments
Click the image above to open a PDF of the CDC's recommended milestones at each age of a child's development.
The "CDC's Learn the Signs. Act Early. (LTSAE) program aims to improve early identification of developmental delays and disabilities, including autism, by facilitating family-engaged developmental monitoring and promoting developmental screening so children and their families can get the services and support they need at the earliest age possible."
About Learn the Signs. Act Early | CDC
You can follow your child’s development by watching how he or she plays, learns, speaks, and acts. Look inside for milestones to watch for in your child and how you can help your child learn and grow. Check the milestones your child has reached at each age. This parent tool gives you a place to record each milestone as you observe it in your child. Take this with you and talk with your child’s doctor at every visit about the milestones your child has reached and what to expect next.
About Learn the Signs. Act Early | CDC
You can follow your child’s development by watching how he or she plays, learns, speaks, and acts. Look inside for milestones to watch for in your child and how you can help your child learn and grow. Check the milestones your child has reached at each age. This parent tool gives you a place to record each milestone as you observe it in your child. Take this with you and talk with your child’s doctor at every visit about the milestones your child has reached and what to expect next.
Track Your Child's Developmental Milestones
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A simple checklist, like those available in CDC's Milestone Tracker app can help you see how your child is developing. If a child is not meeting a milestone or if there are any other concerns, you should talk with your child's healthcare provider and ask about developmental screening.
Learn and track these milestones in growing children to help identify any developmental challenges before the school years. |
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