by Tricia | Jun 9, 2024 | Families & Parenting
As the weather begins to get warmer, your family is more likely to enjoy time outdoors. Whether you are taking a vacation, enjoying your local park or staying at home, you can plan engaging activities with your child. Children learn through use of their imagination,...
by Tricia | Jun 3, 2024 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting
Children are naturally inquisitive—they love to explore and discover new things around them. Florida state parks provide unique and often free opportunities for children to see and learn about animals, natural resources and plants. Your child’s level of understanding...
by Tricia | Jun 3, 2024 | Families & Parenting
Florida has many pools, rivers, springs, lakes and beaches, allowing families to enjoy a wide variety of activities such as swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing and tubing. That makes it vital for parents to learn about water safety. Consider signing up your child...
by Tricia | May 1, 2024 | Families & Parenting
May 10, 2024, is Provider Appreciation Day. Think of ways to show your provider appreciation for the role they play in your child’s life. You can include your child in the gift-making process. Write a note from you and your child to show your appreciation. Draw a...
by Tricia | May 1, 2024 | Families & Parenting
During the summer, many children who eat breakfast and lunch at school each day may not have a nutritious breakfast, lunch or dinner at home. Summer BreakSpot, or Summer Food Service Program, is a federal nutrition program that local nonprofits and schools use to...
by Tricia | Apr 4, 2024 | Families & Parenting
During the first five years of your child’s life, the optimal foundation for development and learning begins at home. As a parent, understanding typical growth and development for your child is essential. The Division of Early Learning encourages families to use the...