The SEIU Early Educators Apprenticeship *(SEEA) Program is a collaborative project of the Service Employees International Union and the Child Care Resource Center (CCRC) that offers in-depth, comprehensive early care and learning trainings to Family Child Care Providers. The SEEA…

What kid wouldn’t love to paint your front walk with chalk? It couldn’t be easier to create a chalky paint that goes on wet then dries opaque, just like sidewalk chalk. It’s the perfect activity for budding artists — and…

According to new science, children’s first years are when they develop the foundation for all future learning. Every time you connect with them their eyes and their brains light up. In every one of these moments, half a million neurons…

When it comes to learning the ABCs and 123s, practice makes perfect. However, having kids write letters and numbers with pencil and paper can get a bit repetitive. So why not shake things up (literally) with this fun, yet simple,…

Thousands of children and families are tragically affected by non-traffic-related incidents with vehicles every year. In May 2014, seven children died in hot cars during a 16-day period in four states. All but one was left by a family member. 

 On June 15, 2016 the California State Legislature passed the budget for fiscal year 2016/17. This year’s budget included robust contributions to a state rainy day fund, funding to address the increasing problem of homelessness in the state, a repeal…

Ping pong is fun. But with limited space and potentially breakable items in the home, it’s not always a practical activity for kids. That’s why balloon ping pong is awesome.

PNC Grow Up Great® helps prepare America’s youngest learners to achieve success in school and life. In partnership with the creators of Sesame Street®, this initiative provides children with encouragement and resources to help them reach their full potential.