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No matter your family structure or income level, Nevada offers an array of no-cost programs, services and resources to support your child prenatally through age five.

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Milestones

The first smile. Their first step. Waving “bye-bye.” Even raising a hand to give a “high-five.” These are all part of what are called “developmental milestones.” Children reach milestones as they play, learn, speak, act, and move.

Developmental Milestones by Age
Developmental milestones are things most children (75% or more) can do by a certain age. Explore your child's milestones and learn more!
Early Childhood System
Early Childhood System

Early Childhood System

Nevada's Early Childhood System includes all the programs and services that young kids and their families need to be healthy and grow to their fullest potential.

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Whether you're a parent, educator, policymaker or community member, there are various ways you can contribute to shaping and enhancing Nevada’s Early Childhood System.

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The early childhood system evolves as fast as our children grow. From new programs and legislation, to parenting tips and the latest news, check here.

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Readers in Training - Spread the Word Nevada

Readers in Training is a program that provides parents/guardians and their children from birth up to 5 years with books and early literacy resources. Participants in the program will receive:

1. One brand new, age-appropriate book mailed to the home once a month

2. Access to online content that promotes early literacy and school readiness skills

3. Virtual check-ins where families can interact and share successes

4. Opportunities to participate in playgroups that will help children develop the skills to become confident readers and successful students.

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Five Ways to Support a Growing Vocabulary

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Eligibility Requirements:

AGE:

Child between the ages of 0-5

INCOME:

Family income at or below 80% of median of the HUD income guidelines based on county of residence OR

Currently receiving assistance through:

TANF
Medicaid or Nevada Check Up
WIC
SNAP
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
SSI (Social Security Disability Insurance)
Unemployment

RESIDENCE:

Statewide

How to Apply:

Online at https://form.jotform.com/stwnprograms/RIT-pre-qualification

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Service Areas

Child Care and Early Education

Health and Safety

Special Needs and Early Intervention

Food and Nutrition

Parenting and Family Support

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This campaign is supported with funding from the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Child Care and Development Fund through the America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services Child Care and Development Program (Federal Grant #2021, G990232) and the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5) (Federal Grant #90TP099) administered by the Nevada Department of Education, Office of Early Learning and Development, subawarded to The Children’s Cabinet. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Departments, Division, Office nor ACF.

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