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We hope you have been enjoying the Great Start Wayne Newsletters. As always we will continue keeping you updated on Events, Help, Fun and much more to help you grow a healthy, happy family! Feel free to share with others!
Don't forget to preorder our Out & About Guide that is going back to print soon! Link below!
Questions or comments? feedback@greatstartwayne.org
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The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) celebrates the Week of the Young Child April 6-12, 2024.
The week of the young child is a celebration held annually to celebrate early learning, young children, parents, guardians, caregivers and teachers.
So what is the Week of the Young Child? Click Here to learn more and find resources.
NAEYC includes these activities as part of the week. See below.
Music Monday- Music Monday is more than singing and dancing, it’s a way to encourage children to be active while developing their early literacy skills and having fun with friends and family!
Tasty Tuesday- Tasty Tuesday isn’t just about eating your favorite snacks together. It’s also about cooking together and connecting math with literacy skills and science while introducing ways to incorporate healthy habits into children’s lifestyles.
Work Together Wednesday- When children build together they experience teamwork and develop their social and early literacy skills. Grab some materials and create!
Artsy Thursday- Children develop creativity, social skills, and fine muscles with open-ended art projects that let them make choices, use their imaginations, and create with their hands.
Family Friday- Parents and families are children’s first teachers. Family Friday focuses on engaging families to support our youngest learners.
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Join us on April 2nd as we shine a spotlight on understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for families with individuals on the autism spectrum. World Autism Awareness Day is a time to recognize the diverse talents and strengths of those with autism, and to advocate for a more inclusive society. For more information about Autism, visit greatstart.org/autism or send questions via text or phone to the Help Me Grow Hotline at 313-410-4588.
Spread kindness, and make a difference this World Autism Awareness Day!
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Come along with the community for the Detroit Autism Day Walk! Find more information and registration at AutismintheD.com!
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Many GSRP 4-yr-old preschools are already enrolling for the 2024-2025 school year! With widely expanded eligibility, most families in Wayne County with children turning 4 by December 1st, 2024 will qualify!
For more information, visit findfreepreschool.org or call or text Help Me Grow at 313-410-4588. Live translation is available!
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Great Start is so pleased to announce that the "Out and About With Great Start Wayne" is going back to print.
Due to popular demand, we're updating and printing more of our guides! Click the button below to pre-order a case/cases containing 100 copies, shipped to you for free in Wayne County. Unfortunately, we cannot ship partial cases or single copies. You'll receive a notification once the guides are printed and ready for shipment. Thank you for helping us spread the word—feel free to share the form link with other organizations.
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Because your child's first 5 years of life are so important, Help Me Grow would like to help you provide the best start for your child. Click on the graphic above to be taken directly to the screening page to get started.
Questions? Call 313-410-4588 and speak directly to a team member to get your questions answered.
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The Great Start Family Coalition invites you to a FAMILY RESOURCE HUB on Friday, April 26th, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Join us for lunch, a resource-sharing presentation, community feedback, and more. This event is free and specifically designed for families with children 0-8! Please register by clicking Here.
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Great Start Detroit / Wayne County had an incredible time celebrating literacy with Detroit/Wayne County families at this year's MUSIC LITERACY FESTIVAL.
Check out this awesome recap of the event by clicking HERE!!
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Did you know? MSU Extension offers Free Learning Opportunities for Early Childhood Professionals! Check out their online calendar of events and resources Here
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Are you looking for Child and Family Development Classes? MSU Extension also offers Free monthly classes covering a range of topics. Click Here to view the offerings and schedule. Any questions Please email Courtney at Aldric82@msu.edu
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