ZERO TO THREE

ZERO TO THREE Our mission is to ensure all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. ZERO TO THREE is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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08/31/2026

Congress is making funding decisions for Fiscal Year 2027, and lawmakers need to hear from you.

Tell your Members of Congress to protect and strengthen the programs that help babies, toddlers and their families thrive, including child care, Early Head Start, infant and early childhood mental health, child welfare and more.

Your voice can help make babies and families a priority in the federal budget. Take action today and urge your Members of Congress to support critical programs for babies and their families: https://bit.ly/4tE4bD2

Dancing vegetables. Cats in space. Dinosaurs teaching manners. AI generated content can be silly, catchy, and child-faci...
08/30/2026

Dancing vegetables. Cats in space. Dinosaurs teaching manners. AI generated content can be silly, catchy, and child-facing without offering much at all by way of substance.

A good children’s show or app should give you something to talk about, sing about, or read more about after the screen is off! Head to https://bit.ly/3SjrRzh for quick tips on identifying AI-slop and keeping your kids’ attention on high-quality entertainment and education options.

What makes a school-ready child? School-readiness and school success are more than just having acquired a set of facts a...
08/29/2026

What makes a school-ready child? School-readiness and school success are more than just having acquired a set of facts and skills. They require a “secret ingredient” — social-emotional skills.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ifFIRN

The path to reading success starts long before children read their first words. When young children sing, listen to stor...
08/28/2026

The path to reading success starts long before children read their first words.

When young children sing, listen to stories, talk with caring adults, and explore books through play, they're building the literacy skills that support future learning.

That's why we created Word Wonders, a FREE early literacy and language curriculum for children ages 18–48 months.

- 20 play-based activities
- 10 original songs and rhymes
- Free to download

Help children build vocabulary, communication skills, listening comprehension and a lifelong love of books: https://bit.ly/4g9xeKx

08/27/2026

For longtime Champion Barbara Thompson, leaving a legacy is about investing in the future of babies and families.

She explains:
"I have decided to give ZERO TO THREE a planned gift because of the criticality of the first three years of life. ZERO TO THREE's mission is focused on children's well-being and family's well-being... I wanted to leave a legacy gift to ZERO TO THREE because I feel that their work needs to continue and hopefully that gift will continue their work that will make our world better for babies and toddlers and their families."

This National Make-A-Will Month, we've partnered with FreeWill to make creating your will simple, secure and free.

Learn more: https://frwill.link/zerotothree0826

The power of "serve and return" interactions is scientifically proven. Explore the research at LEARN 2026. Session spotl...
08/26/2026

The power of "serve and return" interactions is scientifically proven. Explore the research at LEARN 2026. Session spotlight: The Vitality Advantage: Redefining Early Language Success.

Explore the sessions: https://bit.ly/4qbz9Sm

Thank you, Dolly.For decades, Dolly Parton has helped put books into the hands of millions of young children through her...
08/25/2026

Thank you, Dolly.

For decades, Dolly Parton has helped put books into the hands of millions of young children through her Imagination Library, beginning at birth.

And those books represent so much more than learning to read.

In the earliest years, sharing a book is a chance for babies and toddlers to hear new words, explore the world, connect with the people who love them and build the relationships that help their brains grow. Long before a child can read the words on a page, they’re learning through every story, snuggle, point and conversation.

Inspired by her own father, who never had the opportunity to learn to read, Dolly turned a deeply personal experience into a commitment to making books more accessible to families, regardless of where they live or what they earn.

Her work is a powerful reminder that every child deserves opportunities to learn, connect and thrive from the very beginning.

Thank you, Dolly, for believing in babies.

When challenging behaviors show up, connection can make a difference.Join us for Positive Behavioral Support: Moving fro...
08/25/2026

When challenging behaviors show up, connection can make a difference.

Join us for Positive Behavioral Support: Moving from Frustration to Connection, an interactive session focused on practical ways to support young children through strong, responsive relationships.

Presenter Erin Donahue, director of SWIFT Support at KenCrest Services, will share connection-centered strategies that can help children regulate, navigate daily routines and feel supported.

You’ll explore how to create more predictable routines, strengthen relationships and use proactive strategies before challenging behaviors escalate.

CEUs: 1.5 Contact Hours/0.2 CEUs CEUs are available for the live session only. Register here: https://bit.ly/4zBtdGp

Since 1995, Early Head Start has been an essential part of the Head Start program, providing comprehensive services to m...
08/24/2026

Since 1995, Early Head Start has been an essential part of the Head Start program, providing comprehensive services to meet the needs of nearly 250,000 babies, toddlers, and their parents every year, including pregnant women.

Early Head Start programs actively encourage and support parental involvement in a child’s learning and development. Programs connect families with other community resources, including prenatal and other medical care, dental care, postpartum education and home visits.

The proposed rollback runs counter to decades of evidence showing that strong performance standards improve quality and outcomes for children and families. Among the changes, the rule would eliminate many requirements for prenatal and postpartum services in Early Head Start, and critical mental health supports for children and families. Babies and their families can’t afford weaker Head Start standards.

Stand up for Head Start and Early Head Start: https://bit.ly/4fYvhkk

Starting preschool is a big milestone for every child.It’s normal to feel excited, proud and maybe even a little nervous...
08/22/2026

Starting preschool is a big milestone for every child.

It’s normal to feel excited, proud and maybe even a little nervous. Your child is likely feeling many of those same emotions too. The good news? A little preparation can help make the transition feel smoother for everyone.

Swipe through for 6 simple tips to help your toddler get ready for preschool, from building excitement in the weeks before to making that first-day goodbye a little easier.

Every child adjusts at their own pace, and that's okay. With patience, consistency and lots of encouragement, you're helping lay the foundation for a positive preschool experience. More here: https://bit.ly/4gfFKqt

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