Breastfeeding Awareness Month: August 2018 On August 6, 2011 the United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) declared the month of August National Breastfeeding Month. Their mission is to “improve the Nation’s health by working collaboratively to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding.” […]
Category: Activities
Newsletter July – August 2018: Spend Your Summer In The Backyard
As we go into summer, sunlight last longer and children are traditionally out of school and looking for something to do. But not to worry, the San Diego Natural History Museum has you covered this summer. Museums for All is […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Importance of Physical Activity for Healthy Development
Head, hand, heart speaks to First 5 San Diego’s philosophy of the need to care for the whole child during the first years of life. By heart, we are encouraging parents and caregivers to show an abundance of love to […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: May/June Summer Scavenger Hunt
Summertime means new adventures for your child. Help him explore his world with these themed scavenger hunts. Whether you stay at home or visit the beach or zoo, this activity is perfect for getting your child outside and active. Here […]
Newsletter May – June 2018: Community Events
Upcoming Community Events Event Date Time Location Hosted By What is the event? Miracle Babies – Super Hero 5K Sunday, May 6 Registration: 7:00amStart:8:00am Liberty Station NTC Park, 2455 Cushing Rd., San Diego, 92106 Miracle Babies Run, walk or fly […]
Newsletter March – April 2018: A Springtime Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger hunts provide a wealth of opportunities for active, outdoor fun. Children have a natural urge to explore, which is easily indulged with a good scavenger hunt. Google and Pinterest offer many scavenger hunt templates that are appropriate for preschoolers […]
Newsletter March – April 2018: Community Events
Upcoming Community Events Event Date Time Location Hosted By What is the event? NHA – Head Start Let’s Move Olympics Saturday, March 10 9:30am-1:00pm Lincoln High School, 4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego, 92113 National Housing Association The focus of this […]
Newsletter November – December 2017: Community Events
Nine Months MatterSeptember 23, 2017 Nine Months Matter is a movement to ensure that women are having healthy alcohol-free pregnancies. This year’s event was held on September 23rd, 2017 at Liberty Station’s North Promenade. The event was hosted by UC […]
Newsletter November – December 2017: Why Sensory Play is Important for Preschoolers
Children are wired to receive and use sensory input from day one. This is why children will dive in hands first, exploring a new substance. The senses are their most familiar, most basic way to explore, process and come to […]
Newsletter November – December 2017: Winter Holiday Traditions
Winter holiday time is when many Americans end the year gathering with relatives, enjoying great food and giving gifts. It’s also a great time to teach kids about the importance of having an open mind about different cultures and traditions […]