Children can be read to no matter how young they are—whether it’s reading aloud, playing spelling games, creating stories, designing a reading challenge, or exploring new books— literacy is a part of every day. Our friends at the United Way San […]
Category: Activities
Fido Activity Calendar
First 5 San Diego has created a 2025 calendar with daily prompts for fun activities and parenting insights, perfect for engaging with your children. Keep it on your refrigerator and mark completed activities!
Getting Back on Track for 2025
It’s the new year! Let’s get back to healthier habits. Re-Establish Routines Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to get back into a routine. Establishing routines can help families function more cohesively. When parents stick to routines, children […]
Month of the Child
April is Month of the Child—a month that is very near and dear to us at First 5 San Diego. Our mission is to provide resources to families so they can create a strong foundation for their little one’s development. […]
Early Learning Activity Book
First 5 San Diego collaborated with other early learning and care partners to create an Early Learning Activity Book. Download it today for some fun and educational activities to do together as a family.
Summer Movies in the Park
First 5 San Diego is proud to be a sponsor of Summer Movies in the Park agin this year! It is the perfect outing for San Diego families to get outside and spend time together. Find the full schedule www.summermoviesinthepark.com […]
March is National Reading Month
Reading to children is essential to their development. However, many San Diego County students lack high-quality books, hindering their literacy development and educational success. Studies show that children not reading at grade level by the end of 3rd grade are […]
Get Back Into The Swing of Things: New Year’s Tips
It’s the new year! Now that the holiday season is over, you might find it challenging to get back into your normal school/home/work routines. Here are some ideas And remember to bring patience and kindness into this month! It can […]
SD Premier of “Clarissa’s Battle” at the Human Rights Watch Film Festival
First 5 San Diego is proud to be a presenting sponsor of the San Diego Premier of “Clarissa’s Battle” at the Human Rights Watch Film Festival. The film is about single mother and organizer Clarissa Doutherd as she builds a […]
Reduce Screen Time with These Activities
Here are some ways you can keep your kids active and learning during the end of the year out of school time: Explore new places, build muscle and learn to share with these fun printable playground scavenger hunt activities! Make your next […]