Discover how KCET is helping provide parents and child care providers with the tools they need to raise smart, healthy & happy children.

Did you know that one in three children arrives in kindergarten unprepared for the challenges of school? Unfortunately, children who start behind too often stay behind. "A Place of Our Own" responds to this need by providing parents and child care providers with information to help young children develop social, emotional and cognitive skills. Hosts Elizabeth Sanchez and Debi Gutierrez lead lively discussions with parents, caregivers and child care experts who provide insight on how to raise smart, healthy and happy children. Topics include child development, literacy, behavior & emotions, play & creativity, health & nutrition, special needs, and more. "A Place of Our Own" also includes fun activities you can do at home with your children. Learn More »

¿Sabía usted que uno de cada tres niños comienza el Kinder sin la preparación para enfrentar los retos de la escuela? Lamentablemente, los niños que se retrasan desde el comienzo, frecuentemente se quedan atrás. "Los Niños en su Casa" responde a esta necesidad proporcionando información para que tanto padres como proveedores de cuidado infantil puedan ayudar a sus niños a desarrollar habilidades sociales, emocionales y cognitivas. Alina Rosario conduce el programa que contiene interesantes conversaciones con padres, proveedores y expertos en cuidado infantil sobre el comportamiento y las emociones de los niños. Se trata una variedad de temas, tales como: desarrollo del niño, alfabetismo, comportamiento y emocionés, juego y creatividad, salud y nutrición, necesidades especiales, y muchos más. Además, "Los Niños en su Casa" incluye actividades divertidas que podrá hacer en casa con sus niños. Más »

KCET Education's reach extends far beyond your television screen or computer monitor. We are out in the community, building partnerships, and searching for resources that will help you connect with the information and support you need. Here's a select listing of some parenting and early child care organizations you might find useful:

• First 5 California - Website for Parents
• NACCRRA - National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies
• NAEYC - National Association for the Education of Young Children
• NAFCC - National Association for Family Child Care
• Zero to Three -The National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families
• HIPPY USA - Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters
• National Head Start Association
• National Center for Family Literacy
• California Child Care Resource & Referral Network