The first five years of life are precious. They are also incredibly important for your child’s development and future.
Nevada has programs and funding to help your child get the strong start you want to give them.
It takes just five minutes to open a world of opportunity for your child’s first five years.
We’re excited to invite you and your family to an engaging Vroom® session designed for parents and caregivers! Discover simple, everyday tips and activities that support your child’s learning and development. Participants will also have the opportunity to participate in advocacy events in Carson City and Washington, D.C.!
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Did you know everyday routines can help build your child’s brain? First 5 Nevada has added Vroom Tips to its Milestones pages, making it easier for families to support early learning through simple, science-based activities. Discover how ordinary moments like mealtime, bath time, and errands can become opportunities to strengthen communication, problem-solving, and social-emotional skills.
Looking for Pre-K options for your child? A new, easier way to apply is here! The Nevada Ready! Pre-K Common Application lets families complete one simple online form to explore and apply to multiple programs at once—making it easier to find the right fit close to home, work, or school. Many families may now qualify for FREE Pre-K thanks to expanded eligibility.
Partners throughout the state host a variety of community events and trainings designed to engage families, provide valuable resources, and promote early childhood development. From workshops and educational sessions to fun, interactive activities for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! All of the events and trainings provided on First 5 Nevada are offered at no cost to participants, unless otherwise noted. Visit our Community Events & Trainings page to see a list of upcoming events and trainings near you!
First 5 Nevada, a program of The Children's Cabinet, is partially supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families Child Care and Development Fund through a subaward agreement with the Nevada Division of Social Services, Child Care and Development Program (Grant #G00996005). First 5 Nevada was initially developed with funding from the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP0099, awarded to the Nevada Department of Education, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the the Office of Child Care, the Administration for Children and Families, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
