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How parents and families can change the future for Ohio’s children
Make your voice heard.
- Participate in public discussions that let others know the critical importance of
the early years in a child’s life.
- Support more public investment in services that help parents in their role as their
child’s first teacher.
- Raise your voice for high quality, affordable programs for those who need and want them.
- Encourage community leaders to invest in safe playgrounds and parks for young children.
- Support local levies for libraries and zoos.
- Spend time observing your child’s program.
- Participate in public private partnerships to create funding for affordable, quality early care
and education for Ohio families.
- Educate policymakers, businesses and the public about the rapid brain development that
occurs during the first years of life.
Learn more about the development of infants and toddlers and what you can do to nurture your child’s growth
- Read, sing and talk to your child every day.
- Help your child safely explore the world around them.
- Visit the web sites listed in this brochure to learn more about early childhood learning.
- Join a local parent group.
- Take seminars or attend local programs that help parents learn about child development.
Get involved in your child’s early care and education program
- Participate in parent meetings.
- Volunteer at your child’s school.
- Talk to your child about their day.
- Meet with your child’s teacher frequently to learn how your son or daughter is progressing.
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