The early childhood system evolves as fast as our children grow. From new legislation and programs to the best practices in health care, keep checking here for the latest news, insights and advice to help navigate your child’s early years.
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From peekaboo to pretend adventures, play may look like fun and games - but it is actually a powerful brain function. Every giggle, block tower, and imaginative story helps wire a child’s brain for thinking, learning, and connecting with others.
The Children’s Cabinet and Nevada Child Care Resource & Referral team supports families in finding safe, affordable, and high-quality child care. Parents can learn how to search for licensed providers, understand quality ratings, and explore financial assistance through the Child Care Subsidy Program.
Expanding the Boys & Girls Club experience to a younger age group, the Kish Early Childhood Learning Center provides a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive during their earliest years of development.
Great news for Nevada families! Nevada Ready PreK and some Head Start programs still have openings for the 2025–2026 school year, and thanks to updated eligibility guidelines, even more children may qualify for PreK this year.
Transitions are difficult for children and families, and can be particularly challenging if your child has complex medical or developmental needs. To help make communication easier between families and their student's education team, the Nevada Department of Education has developed an easy-to-use tool, the Student Success Plan (SSP).
Raising young children is both rewarding and challenging. To help families navigate these early years, The Children’s Cabinet offers free Parenting Classes and Provider Education Workshops designed to give parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals the tools they need to help Nevada’s youngest children thrive.
Friendships play an important role in a young child’s growth. Even toddlers and preschoolers can learn how to connect with others and solve problems in order to be a good friend.
Recently, Luciana Watson with The Children’s Cabinet had the opportunity to observe a QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) site visit at Key’s Kids, a family childcare program run by provider Kisha Gray. She explains how it was inspiring to see firsthand how this coaching program supports teachers and caregivers in providing the best possible care for children.
More and more young children are growing up with two or more languages. These dual language learners bring valuable skills and cultural strengths to their families and communities, but also can face unique challenges. Learn ways to support them so they thrive!
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