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For Parents.To help you do the best you can, here’s some information, tools and resources for supporting your child’s healthy development and learning.
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About FTF. Created by Arizona voters, First Things First partners with families and communities to help our state’s young children be ready for success in kindergarten and beyond.
Grants. First Things First invests in strategies and programs that support the development, health and learning of children birth to age 5 (before kindergarten).
Get Involved. First Things First partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed.
This Mother’s Day, celebrate all of the little, but very important, things you do with your little one. These small moments are starting them on the path…
Some experts consider the first few months after the birth of a child as “the fourth trimester,” recognizing that a mother and newborn are still…
Early childhood providers and educators can now share Spanish-language resources with Spanish-speaking parents of babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
First Things First is there to help parents of young kids figure out which information is trustworthy or even where to start.
The acclaimed documentary tells the story of the gentle force behind «Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood» and his unwavering care and compassion for young…
New research shows that being more active in the day can help babies sleep more at night. And tummy time is a great way to boost physical activity.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends basic toys that encourage imagination and interaction between parent and child.
Use our new search tool to learn about and connect with early childhood programs near you.
The Birth to Five Helpline is a free service open to all Arizona families of young children. Experts are available to answer any parenting questions.
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