ZERO TO THREE

Our mission is to ensure all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. ZERO TO THREE is a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

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09/07/2026

A sense of belonging doesn’t happen by accident.

Early childhood educators build it through the choices they make every day. Learning about each child and family. Creating welcoming spaces. Bridging languages and cultures. Helping children connect through play.

These everyday interactions matter.

Download the FREE ZERO TO THREE Critical Competencies for Infant-Toddler Educators™ eBook for practical guidance to strengthen your practice and support the development of infants and toddlers: https://bit.ly/4iwEamu

09/05/2026

Babies need relationships to thrive. But the people building those relationships need support, too. 💛

When families are facing chronic stress, financial strain or other challenges, even the everyday moments that help babies feel safe and connected can become harder.

That's why believing in babies means looking beyond what we ask of parents and caregivers. It means making sure they have the support and stability they need to nurture the relationships babies depend on.

Strong relationships build strong beginnings. And every baby deserves both. Get involved: https://bit.ly/40ETQdq

09/04/2026

What does it take to make early childhood services more accessible and responsive to families?

In Colorado’s San Luis Valley, state and community partners like Assuring Better Child Health & Development are taking a locally driven approach – listening to families, building trusted relationships, and bringing resources directly to communities.

Watch the full Colorado story from the Early Childhood Developmental Health Systems: Evidence to Impact Center: https://bit.ly/4zOOX1A

09/03/2026

As economic pressure intensified in 2025, parents reported rising levels of anxiety, depression, stress and loneliness. Families worried not only about surviving financially, but also about how ongoing stress was affecting their babies’ emotional well-being and development.

Dive deeper in RATTLED: Babies, Families and a Year of Growing Strain: https://bit.ly/430njje

09/02/2026

AI toys are being marketed as the next big thing in children's learning. But before families buy in, there are important questions to ask about privacy, safety and child development.

Dr. Tiffany Munzer, developmental-behavioral pediatrician, shares what families should know and why even the smartest toy can't replace the understanding and connection of a trusted caregiver.

On September 9, we'll take this conversation further during Generation AI Starts Early, a free livestream from ZERO TO THREE and the Center for Universal Education at Brookings exploring AI's growing role in early childhood. Register here: https://bit.ly/4i7KuRe

09/01/2026

Nearly half of children under 6 in America live in a child care desert.

And when families can’t find care, babies and toddlers miss out, too.

High-quality child care means trusted relationships, predictable routines and opportunities to learn and grow during the years when brains develop at an incredible pace.

Child care is more than a workforce support. It’s a critical investment in healthy child development. Dive deeper: https://bit.ly/4qA3PNn

08/31/2026

Congress is making funding decisions for Fiscal Year 2027, and lawmakers need to hear from you.

Tell your Members of Congress to protect and strengthen the programs that help babies, toddlers and their families thrive, including child care, Early Head Start, infant and early childhood mental health, child welfare and more.

Your voice can help make babies and families a priority in the federal budget. Take action today and urge your Members of Congress to support critical programs for babies and their families: https://bit.ly/4tE4bD2

08/30/2026

Dancing vegetables. Cats in space. Dinosaurs teaching manners. AI generated content can be silly, catchy, and child-facing without offering much at all by way of substance.

A good children’s show or app should give you something to talk about, sing about, or read more about after the screen is off! Head to https://bit.ly/3SjrRzh for quick tips on identifying AI-slop and keeping your kids’ attention on high-quality entertainment and education options.

08/29/2026

What makes a school-ready child? School-readiness and school success are more than just having acquired a set of facts and skills. They require a “secret ingredient” — social-emotional skills.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ifFIRN

08/28/2026

The path to reading success starts long before children read their first words.

When young children sing, listen to stories, talk with caring adults, and explore books through play, they're building the literacy skills that support future learning.

That's why we created Word Wonders, a FREE early literacy and language curriculum for children ages 18–48 months.

- 20 play-based activities
- 10 original songs and rhymes
- Free to download

Help children build vocabulary, communication skills, listening comprehension and a lifelong love of books: https://bit.ly/4g9xeKx

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