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4.01.2026

New Early Learning Resources Available: Tools to Support Your Child’s Growth and Development

Families play the most important role in a child’s early learning - and everyday moments at home offer powerful opportunities to support development. To help Nevada families feel confident and supported, First 5 Nevada has added new, easy-to-use PDF resources, developed by the Nevada Department of Education, to the Early Learning Connections page.
These resources are designed especially for families of four- to five-year-old children, helping turn daily routines into meaningful learning experiences that build skills for school and life. 

Practical Tools for Real Life Moments

The new at-home learning resources focus on areas families often ask about—big emotions, problem-solving, and how young children learn through play and exploration. Each downloadable PDF includes simple explanations of how children develop, along with practical activity ideas that fit naturally into family routines. No special materials or training are required—just time, connection and curiosity.

Featured Resources

Families can explore two newly added guides:

• Helping Your Child Cope with Big Feelings During TransitionsTransitions—such as starting school, changing routines, or moving between activities—can be challenging for young children. This resource offers strategies to help children understand and manage strong emotions, build emotional awareness, and feel more secure during change. It also provides reflection questions and activity ideas families can use to support emotional development at home. 
• Encouraging Your Child to Explore and Solve ProblemsYoung children are natural problem-solvers. This guide helps families nurture curiosity, persistence and creative thinking by encouraging exploration during everyday activities like playing, reading and helping with simple tasks. Families will find ideas for asking open-ended questions and supporting children as they try new approaches and learn from mistakes. 

Supporting Kindergarten Readiness—One Day at a Time

These at-home learning resources are aligned with Nevada’s early learning standards and are designed to promote kindergarten readiness in a developmentally appropriate way. Rather than focusing on worksheets or drills, the resources emphasize relationships, conversation and play—key elements that support healthy brain development during the first five years of life. 

Explore the Resources Today

Families can download these free PDFs and explore additional learning tools by visiting the Early Learning Connections page on First5Nevada.org. Whether you’re looking for guidance during a transition or ways to encourage curiosity and confidence, these resources are here to support you and your child—every step of the way.