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 […]
Category: Early Childhood Development
Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools
Voice of San Diego’s 2023 Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools helps families make informed decisions for their child’s education. The guide breaks down school choice opportunities and enrollment deadlines, universal transitional kindergarten, what’s available for after-school care, school performance […]
Children’s Dental Health Month
It’s Children’s Dental Health Month! We have teamed up with the County of San Diego’s Oral Health Program to provide tips and resources on best oral health practices for babies and kids, and how caregivers can access free dental screenings […]
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 […]
KSDY: First 5 San Diego
First 5 San Diego Executive Director joined KSDY 50 to discuss all things First 5!
Giving Thanks This Holiday Season
It’s important to give and show thanks every day but the holidays serve as a great reminder. Children learn from adults. When you take the time to say “thank you”—whether it’s to your family, friends or people you interact with […]
5210 Every Day!
As we start making our way into the holiday season, it’s always a good time to incorporate better food habits! Join the San Diego County Childhood Obesity Initiative and their “5210 Every Day!” campaign. This nationally recognized, evidence-based campaign aims […]
August Events
Here are a few family friendly events happening around the County in August. We hope to see you there! Movies in the Park Join us on August 13 at Sweetwater Regional Park for a showing of Sing 2 and head […]
Breastfeeding Resources
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness month and we want all the new momma’s or soon-to-be mom’s to know about the local resources available to them. Breastfeeding Resource Guide The San Diego County Breastfeeding Coalition put together this guide as a […]