Is your child ready to learn to use the potty all on their own? Michigan State University Extension early childhood educators expect that most children are physically capable of toilet training between the ages of 18 months and 3 years of age. However, physical capability and...
Cooking with a Croc is a program designed to unite children and their parents in a fun and creative cooking experience. Utilizing the Talking is Teaching method, you and your children will have the opportunity to cook together while incorporating reading and communication skills....
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Talking is Teaching Livingston
Great Start Livingston is a proud partner of Talking is Teaching Livingston. Talking is Teaching – Talk, Read, Sing launched in the fall of 2018 supported by The Community Foundation for Livingston County and the Livingston Educational Service Agency. The campaign is designed to...
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Summer Playdates are BACK!
Our summer playdates have been added to our events tab: https://www.facebook.com/GreatStartLiv/events We’d love to see you this summer as we travel to 7 different parks in Livingston County with various community partners. These events are free and open to the public, and each family...
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Summer Activity Calendar – 2024
Our Summer Activity Calendar is here! This calendar is filled with fun games, ideas and activities for you and your child. Working on these activities together will be great practice to prepare for kindergarten and beyond. This calendar was designed for children getting ready...
To help reduce infant mortality, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Division of Maternal and Infant Health is partnering with the Count the Kicks app, an evidence-based stillbirth prevention program, to educate expectant parents about the importance of paying attention to...
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MSU Extension Child and Family Development June 2024 Offerings
MSU Extension has a wide range of free online classes for parents and caregivers of children of all ages and early childhood professionals. See below for their June offerings! Please reach out to your local Extension office or find a Child and Family Development team member near...
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Developing or maintaining social & community connections for my child
Connect with other parents and/or children through programs at your local library, community education, or recreation departments. Libraries Community Education and Recreation Programs MSU Extension – The importance of friendships in a child’s development Additional social groups for children with disabilities include: Find more...
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Social-Emotional Expectations For My Child
Great Start Livingston – Social Emotional Resources Below are some resources and activities which will help you support your child’s social-emotional development as they prepare for kindergarten: MI Kids Matter – Social Emotional Development Milestones for Children ages 3-5 Fact Sheet – Social Emotional...
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2024 FREE Summer Concerts in Livingston County
Music is for everyone, including the tiniest of learners! Exposing children to music during early development helps them learn the sounds, patterns, and meanings of words. Dancing to music helps children build motor skills while allowing them to practice self-expression. For children and adults,...
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Summer Fun: 2024 Kids Bowl Free Program at Howell Bowl-E-Drome
The Kids Bowl Free program registration is now open and available for Howell Bowl-E-Drome. This is a great way to have some affordable fun this summer! Kids Bowl Free is a program for kids ages 2-12 to get two free games of bowling per day it’s...
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MDHHS reminds residents to participate in regular breast and cervical cancer screenings. BC3NP program available to help low-income residents receive care
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding Michiganders to stay up to date on cervical and breast cancer screenings. Each year, breast cancer causes approximately 40,000 deaths among people in the U.S., and in 2024 it is...
Looking for ways to help your kids have fun and learn about safety at the same time? This Family Safety Activity Book includes a maze, word search, coloring pages, puzzles, and other exciting games to keep you and your kids entertained and safe at...
From the moment we welcome a child into our lives, we know we’ll do anything to keep them safe and healthy. This guide has proven advice and top tips from safety experts to help families reduce risks, prevent injuries and keep kids safe at...
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Celebrate Hepatitis Awareness Month with Free Testing!
Did you know? Everyone should be tested for hepatitis B and C at least once in their lifetime. May is Hepatitis Awareness Month! To celebrate, Livingston County Health Department (LCHD) is offering free testing for hepatitis B and C on May 15 and May...
Child and Family Development May Offerings MSU Extension has a wide range of free online classes for parents and caregivers of children of all ages and early childhood professionals. See below for our May offerings! Please reach out to your local Extension office or find a Child and...
