Home visitation program provides support to Peach Springs boy with developmental milestones
The FTF Hualapai Tribe Regional Council funds the home visitation strategy which offers individualized support to parents of young children.
Court Teams in Maricopa County determined to improve the lives of babies and toddlers in the child welfare system
The Court Teams Strategy seeks to increase the awareness of developmental needs of young kids for those working in the child welfare system.
FTF-funded program fills assessment gap through online developmental screenings
The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension has started offering free virtual developmental screenings in some of FTF’s rural and tribal regions.
Say Thank You to Arizona’s Early Childhood Caregivers
To all the child care providers, preschool teachers, early learning professionals, and family, friends and neighbors who care for our babies, toddlers and preschoolers, we say: Thank you. By caring for our children, you’ve been caring for us all. LET’S SHOW ARIZONA’S EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREGIVERS HOW MUCH WE CARE Now more than ever, we want … Read More
Teacher and caregiver coaching helps north Phoenix center excel at inclusive environment
The children at the UCP Early Learning Center are growing and learning together in inclusive classrooms, which research shows is best for young children.
School officials share why early literacy starts well before the first day of kindergarten
By the time children are 3 and 4 years old their vocabulary, attention and general knowledge are predictors of third- and fourth-grade reading comprehension.
Home visitation program helps Peach Springs girl reach healthy developmental milestones
“I’ve learned that it’s okay to ask questions or ask for help,” Racine Whatoname said. “I am so much more comfortable reaching out for feedback now.”
High-quality early education outcomes extend to second generation
An update to the well-known Perry Preschool study focuses on a new benefit: better outcomes for the original study participants’ children.
Raising school achievement starts before kindergarten
Raising student achievement in school should start with investment in early childhood.
Tummy time tips to help your baby grow strong
Want to support your baby’s physical development? The answer is Tummy Time!