Over 250 United Ways across the country are mobilizing their communities to ensure that all children, by the age of six, have the physical, emotional, social, and mental foundation to succeed in school and in life. Early childhood is the time children develop the physical, social, emotional, intellectual and imaginative skills necessary for the fulfillment of their human potential. Today's children need our help. Together we can ensure that every child in Central Florida enters school ready to learn. Whether you're an educator, a parent or just an individual who wants to make a difference, there are many things you can to to help chilren in Central Florida enter school ready to learn.
Babies love to hear the same stories over and over.
Talk, sing and laugh with your child constantly - while feeding, diapering, and dressing. Never, ever shake your baby. Children feel more secure when they know what the adults around them expect in the way of behavior. Your child learns language by hearing you speak. Make sure your children are immunized.