A free service available to all Arizona families with young children, (as well as parents-to-be), who have questions about their baby, toddler or preschooler. Ask experts about your child’s feeding, sleep, behavior or any other concern. The Birth to Five Helpline is here to help.
Having books at home helps increase the frequency of reading, which exposes young children to more words and helps lay the foundation for early language and literacy.
Book Distribution
Peach Springs Unified School District 8403 Diamond Creek Road, Peach Springs, AZ, 86434More Information
Quality early learning programs help children develop important social, emotional and learning skills they’ll need in school and in life. More than 1,000 child care providers and preschool programs across Arizona participate in FTF’s Quality First and are committed to quality improvement. Many offer Quality First Scholarships that help low-income families afford quality early learning. Visit FirstThingsFirst.org/child-care to find programs near you.
Being aware of the importance of early language and literacy development, and having opportunities to participate in early language and literacy workshops help parents set their children up for success.
Reach Out and Read
Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of PediatricsSRPMIC River People Health Center, Scottsdale, AZ, 85256More Information
Prevent tooth decay by having a professional check your child’s teeth (or yours, if you’re pregnant), protect your child’s teeth with fluoride, and get a referral to a dentist if you need one.
Have your child checked for vision, hearing or developmental concerns (including communication, social-emotional, problem-solving and motor skills) and, if needed, get a referral for further evaluation or support.
Developmental & Sensory Screening
The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Gila County-San Carlos Apache TribeMore Information
Many children spend parts of the day with non-parent caregivers in informal home settings. Learn how you can better support the health, development and learning of the young children in your care through health and safety practices, educational activities and understanding more about child development.
Bring your children and take classes and workshops from trained parent educators, connect with community resources and more, all in one convenient location.
PUSD Family Resource Center at Alta Loma Elementary
Peoria Unified School District 9750 N 87th Ave, Peoria, AZ, 85345More Information
When families have the support they need to connect to timely and effective information, resources and services, they can better support their family with young children and ensure they have what they need to thrive.
Family Support Coordination Program
Navajo Nation Department of Dine Education: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services2556 Morgan Blvd., Window Rock, AZ, 86504More Information
Navajo Nation Department of Dine Education: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services2556 Morgan Blvd., Window Rock, AZ, 86504More Information
Work 1-on-1 with a trained and caring parent educator, in the convenience of your own home, to build on the parenting skills you already have and nurture your child’s health, development and learning.
Growing in Beauty Home Visiting
Navajo Nation Department of Dine Education: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation ServicesMore Information
Introducing your child to what they’ll experience in a kindergarten classroom can reduce their stress — and yours — and help them be ready to succeed in school.
Language, Literacy and Culture in Tribal Communities
Children learn from their cultural experiences and use that learning in a unique way to develop a new understanding of the world (NAEYC, November 2019).
Language, Literacy and culture in Tribal Communities – WMAT
Participate in a series of fun classes to be more informed about nutrition and wellness and help motivate your family to eat healthy and be physically active.
Get individualized support and coaching to help you identify and address developmental concerns early, respond to challenging behaviors, and support your child’s physical, social and emotional development.
Get 1-on-1 help to schedule medical appointments, enroll in insurance and other services, and learn how you can support your child’s healthy development.
Healthy Steps
North County Healthcare2920 N Fourth St., Flagstaff, AZ, 86004More Information