While spring showers certainly can bring flowers, they may also bring heavy rainfall and the risk of flooding. In Michigan, it is essential to be prepared and know how to stay safe. The Michigan Climate Health Adaptation Program (MICHAP) has developed a series of...
Infant/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep
Learn About Safe Sleep Practices
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends a firm, flat sleep surface for your baby. A crib, bassinet, or pack and play that follows the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommended. The mattress should be covered by a tightly fitted sheet...
Recognizing Michigan’s hardworking and dedicated educators, including celebrating the work of classroom teachers during the entire month of May, is an important piece of the Michigan Department of Education’s (MDE) strategic initiative. MDE invites students, parents, guardians, and community members to help highlight our...
Developmental Milestones/ Guest Post/ Language/ Speech
Five Tips to Increase Your Child’s Language Skills
1. Keep Desired Objects Out of Reach By keeping desired toys or food out of your child’s reach, you are creating a way for your child to communicate with you. This interaction could look like your child using eye contact, pointing, reaching, using sign...
Community Partner/ Developmental Milestones/ Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources
2023 Michigan Division for Early Childhood Conference
Attention Businesses, Agencies, Organizations, and Non-Profits Do you cater to the needs of young children (Birth to age 8) with or without disabilities? Consider being a sponsor, vendor, or exhibitor at the 2023 Michigan Division for Early Childhood Conference. Theme: “All Means ALL“ Friday,...
On April 4, 2023 from 10-11:30 a.m., join the Oakland County Health Division for a virtual baby safety fair to learn about important safety information to keep your baby or grandbaby safe. Topics include: Register at bit.ly/3XzkIYs. Registration is required. You don’t need to be an...
Please take a few minutes to let us know your biggest concern or need for children ages birth to eight. By completing this survey, you will be entered in a drawing for one of three $25 gas cards. https://bit.ly/2023PFSurvey
Child Abuse Prevention/ Community events/ Community Partner/ Guest Post
Join the Community Pinwheel Campaign
Plant a Pinwheel Celebration Wednesday, April 5, 2023Noon Howell Carnegie District Library314 W. Grand River Ave.Held inside on the library’s main floor Featuring Speaker: Michelle Walters – State of Michigan ACEs Project Coordinator Singing Performances: Children of Voyager Elementary School Award Presentation: Champion for Children Award recipient announced...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2023 Contact: press@michigan.gov Governor Whitmer Proclaims March 6-10, 2023 as School Breakfast Week Education budget includes plan to offer all 1.4 million students in Michigan with free breakfast and lunch LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed March 6-10, 2023 as School Breakfast Week in Michigan. The governor highlighted her education budget...
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed March is Reading Month in Michigan. Throughout the month of March, people of all ages are encouraged to promote the importance of reading and parents are asked to explore the fun of reading with their children. “This month, we are reminded of the crucial role reading plays in...
Livingston County Community Members and Businesses, Great Start Collaborative and Parent Coalition Partners, One of the biggest barriers for people seeking to rejoin the workforce is the cost of child care — resulting in more and more parents being left out of the work force....
CPR/ Education/ First Aid/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety
Child Care Network is offering CPR and First Aid Training!
During COVID, we hit the pause button on many things, one of those being our CPR and First Aid trainings. We are excited to be offering these classes again. Our classes are open to early childhood professionals, parents, and the community. At this time...
