Child care is key to a thriving Arizona economy
Money invested in early childhood development yields extraordinary public returns. Economist Art Rolnick talks about the importance of early childhood education and child care.
Raising a Confident, Happy Child
Every parent wants their child to grow up feeling good about themselves, and it starts with the little things you do each day. Between the ages of 3 and 5, your child is becoming more independent, curious and social. With your support, they can build confidence, express emotions in healthy ways and develop friendships that … Read More
Parents and caregivers learn how to best support young children
Parenting education provides parents with knowledge, skills and resources to help them nurture their child’s development.
Family, friend and neighbor caregivers show significant improvement after participation in programs
A recent evaluation of family, friend and neighbor programs found that caregivers reported significant improvement in key areas of caregiving.
Parents As Teachers study shows significant improvements for families in key areas
First Things First is one of the largest funder of home visitation programs in the state, allocating around $14 million per year.
Child care providers took a step forward with federal pandemic relief funding and now feel like they are back to where they started
The loss of federal COVID-19 relief funding with no replacement funding has left Arizona child care providers struggling.
Working toward a better system for families to find resources in Yavapai County
The FTF Yavapai Regional Council is committed to making sure families who need services are able to find a connection for help.
At-home activities: Another day, another way to play
As the days at home start to pile up, here are some ideas for fun at-home activities that highlight how young children learn and grow through play.
Majority of Arizona voters believe state should invest more in child care, according to survey
The recently released survey showed that 77% of all voters believe Arizona should invest more in child care.