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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.
Arizona kindergarten teachers share tips for how to nurture independence and self-confidence in your young child and help them be prepared for success in…
Check out our interactive guide to free or inexpensive gifts that promote learning for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. (The best gift of all is quality time…
The first day of kindergarten is a big step for young kids. Families can use the summer to help make the transition to kindergarten easier.
Learn how to get help for children with disabilities or chronic conditions.
Find a preschool that will help your child get ready for kindergarten.
Learn how to enroll your child in school and how you can help her succeed.
Children should eat a variety of colorful vegetables, but with most toddlers and preschoolers, that can feel like a hopeless challenge. Here’s some…
Loving communication and a clear process for dealing with stress can help prevent things from getting out of control.
Even if you don’t have a new kindergartener this year, it’s never too soon to start preparing for that first day with some fun, easy everyday activities.
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