Today we send a special thanks to Governor John B. Edwards of Louisiana, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome of Baton Rouge, and Mayor Friday Ellis of Monroe for their support of Week of the Young Child in Louisiana!

Thank you Governor Edwards for proclaiming Week of the Young Child in Louisiana in support of ALL Louisiana children, educators, and families! 

Thank you Children's Coalition of Northeast Louisiana for working alongside Mayor Friday Ellis of Monroe for bringing the Week of the Young Child to Northeast Louisiana! We appreciate your collaboration and dedication!

#MusicMonday is all about the joy of music and its importance in early learning. Participate in music and movement activities, sing songs, and make music with your little ones.  Download our toolkit for graphics, captions, and talking points to advocate for our youngest Louisianans! 

Join us this afternoon for an amazing session for educators and families about implementing music in our child's developmental journey. Dr. Geist will give techniques you can try in the classroom or at home! 

Scan the QR code to register today.

We are so excited to be able to provide our Social Media Toolkit as we prepare for the Week of the Young Child in Louisiana! Click here to access the kit - it is full of graphics, talking points, and so much more. 

Kick-off Saturday: Kick-Off Saturday marks the start of the week-long celebration of early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities!

Music Monday: This day is all about the joy of music and its importance in early learning. Participate in music and movement activities, sing songs, and make music with your little ones.

Tasty Tuesday: On Tasty Tuesday, we celebrate healthy eating habits and good nutrition for young children. Make healthy snacks together, explore new foods, and learn about the benefits of a balanced diet.

Work Together Wednesday: Collaboration is key in early childhood education! On this day, we encourage teamwork and cooperation through activities that promote communication, problem-solving, and social skills.

Artsy Thursday: Get creative and explore the world of art with your little ones. This day is all about encouraging self-expression and creativity through various art projects, including drawing, painting, and sculpting.

Family Friday: This day is all about celebrating families and the important role they play in a child's life. Participate in activities that promote family bonding and celebrate the unique traditions and cultures that make up our diverse communities.

Need some help planning? Visit NAEYC's WOYC Activity Resource page.