Thank you to Rob Cardwell - WTVR CBS 6 for this great feature on these five building blocks of learning and the Little Farm at the Children's Museum of Richmond!

Watch the segment HERE!

Advocates pressure Congress on child care investments - Their message to Democrats: ‘This is not the time for Band-Aids.’ 

How the new, expanded federal child tax credit will work 

The child tax credit is confusing for divorced, single, and non-traditional parents. Here’s who gets to keep the money

Did you catch PBS NewsHour's series last week on America's child care issues? Local child care providers from Fort Belvoir were featured. Take a look and chime in on this important national issue.

CCAoA has launched a dedicated American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act resource hub to keep you updated on implementation efforts and prepared to advocate to use the funds to support long-term, transformative policies

The Subtleties of Baby Sleep -

4 Important Things To Know

Why kids lie and what can parents do about it

Growing brave kids in a fearful world 

How children really learn empathy 

How To Deadhead Flowers – The Secret To Keeping Plants Blooming Big! 

Scavenger hunt fun! 

Sensory nature walk for the family 

Anyone can create a welcoming haven for local wildlife. Find out how to have your green space become a Certified Wildlife Habitat.

Best read alouds for back to school

Shaving cream play dough 

Sailboat sponge craft 

How to recycle markers into watercolor paint 

5 Totally Kid-Friendly Hikes In Virginia That Are 1 Mile And Under 

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