Dr. Charlotte M. Hendricks, President and founder of www.childhealthonline.org, has promoted health education for young children, parents, and teachers for over 30 years.  She pioneered research and curriculum development for preschool health education, based on the principle that adults are responsible for children's health and safety; however, young children need to explore their work and begin to develop decision-making skills and healthy habits to promote lifelong health.  Her career in early childhood education began in 1980 in a district health department, and continued with experience in higher education, Head Start, and national research projects. She is Coordinator for the JCCEO Head Start Center for Excellence, Editor of a national peer-reviewed magazine, presents training workshops for staff and parents, and has published numerous curricula and resource materials. Recognized as a leader in her field, she has developed resources for state and national organizations, including National Association for Education of Young Children, the American School Health Association, and National Fire Protection Association.  Recently, she worked with WestEd and the California Department of Education as a lead writer for the health domain chapter in the California Preschool Curriculum Framework, Volume 2, and as an expert advisor on the accompanying foundations and health measures.

Charlotte utilizes innovative methods to reach adults with health messages.  "You first have to get their attention," says Dr. Hendricks, and she often does this with the use of cartoons and graphics, followed by concise and accurate information.  Resources such as HIP on Health® provide parents and teachers with practical information and ways to promote children's health and development, while keeping them safe from injury.  Her latest publication, Quick Guide to Medical Emergencies in Early Childhood Settings, exemplifies her ability to present essential information in an easy-to-follow format.  Charlotte's high energy demonstrations demonstrate her knowledge of research and national standards, while providing realistic solutions to issues facing parents, teachers, and child caregivers.

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You may contact Dr. Hendricks for information on materials, training programs, or other services at:  chendricks@childhealthonline.org

Telephone (205) 663-7402 or FAX (205) 621-2149

Materials Development:

Training materials are developed based on current research and information available.  All training modules, HIP on Health® series, booklets, and curriculums are reviewed by experts including pediatricians, registered nurses, registered dietitians, early childhood education specials, health educators, safety specialists, and other qualified professionals. related fields.  All materials are field-tested and evaluated in a variety of childcare and staff training settings.

Materials are regularly reviewed and, if necessary, revised to assure the most current and accurate information while addressing national guidelines and recommendations.

If changes are required based on national standards or guidelines, the training modules and other resources are revised.  If you purchased a training module and would like to have the updated version, please contact Dr. Charlotte Hendricks.  Replacement modules can be purchased for $35.00 each. 

Dr. Marna Holland

Marna Holland is a community-based family educator working with parents and preschoolers.  She has 17 years of experience in the early childhood profession working in community, university, and public school settings.  She received her doctoral degree from North Carolina State University in 1996 with doctoral research focused on how child care providers influence obesity in early childhood.  She has been Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS) since 1994 and has state teaching licensure in Birth-Kindergarten Education (B-K), Health Specialist (K-12) and Family and Consumer Sciences (6-12).  Her professional expertise and interests include nutrition and parent education, as well as young children's literature. 

Dr. Anarella Cellitti

Training materials are translated by Dr. Anarella Cellitti. A native of Venezuela, she is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English, and holds a doctoral degree in Early Childhood Education. Dr. Cellitti's translations have been reviewed by bilingual colleagues in various geographical areas, and have been found to be appropriate for Spanish-speaking audiences.

Fran Reno

Fran Reno is one of the early graphic designer pioneers who ventured from traditional print work and desk top publishing to include web sites in the mid-90's.  In 1999 she was awarded the AEIP Bronze award for web site excellence, a bronze award for the Best of the Web and many other awards for her own web site, Quest Graphics Design.  She has shown her art work in online and offline galleries, showing at 2003 Sigraph, and won Best of Show in 2004 for one of her pieces at a art venue at Antelope Valley College in Lancaster, California.  In September of 2005 Fran received additional certifications in Interactive Media and in Video Design and Production for Multimedia, and is currently working for a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in management.  She is available for other freelance projects in graphic design and web development and can be contacted at questgraphics@comcast.net.

Nicolas A. "Nic" Frising (1943-2005) Nic Frising had been creating cartoons, caricatures, illustrations, and custom art designs for years he would have said...but wouldn't tell us how many.  His humor showed through in his wonderful illustrations that are used in the HIP on Health® and MORE HIP on Health® parent training packages. A well known local artist in Joplin, Missouri, his dedication to his craft was honored by galleries and the community.  We were indeed lucky to have such a gifted artist work with us.  Click on the clipart button to obtain more of Nic's work free of charge in a downloadable file.  Please read the terms of use before downloading.