Kidspace - Programs - School Readiness
Recommended Websites for Child Care Providers
California Association for the
Education of Young Children An organization to serve and act on behalf
of the needs and rights of young children with primary focus on the
provision of educational services and resources to adults who work with
and for children from birth through age eight.
California Department of
Education Resources and information regarding child development programs
funded by the state.
Family Resource and Referral
Center A local clearinghouse for information on child care services,
parenting, nutrition, and child safety. The center's staff provides
child care referrals to all parents.
First 5 San Joaquin Children and Families Commission Provides
information on services, agencies, and organizations serving San Joaquin
County children (ages 0 to 5) and funding opportunities for child care
providers.
Gayle's Preschool
Rainbow Preschool education activities and early childhood education
lesson plans that give preschool children choices.
High/Scope Educational
Research Foundation An independent nonprofit research, development,
training, and public advocacy organization.
KVIE's "A Place of Our
Own" A daily television series, a website, and an extensive outreach
program devoted to the unique needs of people who care for children.
National Association for the
Education of Young Children The nation's largest organization of early
childhood professionals. Searchable directory of NAEYC accredited child
care sites.
National
Child Care Information Center A national clearinghouse and technical
assistance center that links providers to early care and education
information.
National Network for Child Care An
excellent network of links to practical information and resources useful
for the everyday work with children.
U.S. Department of Education Research information and publications on
early childhood education.
Zero to Three A national
nonprofit organization located in Washington, D.C., dedicated to helping
children best navigate their first three years of life, to give them a
healthy start and a solid development.
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