Nebraska Children

Literacy is about more than words on a page, it's about connection. From home libraries to community authors, Nebraska Growing Readers is building a literacy movement rooted in shared stories and local voices. bit.ly/4mryk5u

Thanks to the combined power of Sixpence and the Nebraska Growing Readers program, one young girl discovered more than just a love for books; she found a safe space to grow, read, and regulate her emotions. bit.ly/3SferRu

A recent evaluation by Nebraska Children and UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute shows how powerful this program can be in supporting strong caregiver-child relationships. Learn more: bit.ly/3YUd8eo

Discover how Nebraska Growing Readers and Sixpence worked together to turn one child’s frustration into a love for reading—and helped build a culture of literacy at home. bit.ly/3SferRu

Give to Lincoln Day is on May 29 - but you can schedule your gift TODAY! When you donate to Nebraska Children, your gift is magnified, thanks to community match! Donate today at: childrenmattermost.org.

If Head Start is eliminated, Nebraska’s child care capacity gap will increase. The state currently does not have enough child care to meet the needs of working parents, with 15% fewer child care spots than children who need them. The impact is real. #ProtectHeadStart

In urban and rural areas across Nebraska, Head Start is a crucial part of the system that ensures access to quality child care by offering comprehensive, affordable, and reliable child care that supports both Nebraska families and the local workforce. #ProtectHeadStart

Data from surveys of Nebraska parents shows that even when families are facing economic challenges, children who attend Head Start, on average, are on par and likely slightly ahead of children in similar circumstances. #ProtectHeadStart

At the Innovation Invitational, youth across Nebraska joined Beyond School Bells to explore how afterschool fuels passion, resilience, and connection. Event Recap: bit.ly/431Oafw #YouthVoice #AfterschoolMatters #InnovationInvitational #BeyondSchoolBells

Head Start strengthens Nebraska and is a critical part of our child care system. Help fight for Head Start in three ways: Add your name to the national letter urging protection of Head Start: bit.ly/3Y9hBtj Message to your elected officials: bit.ly/4cJ4VPX

Applications are open for the 2025 Conservation Management Summer Internship program! Nurture environmental stewardship among high school students across #Nebraska. Mentor Application Due May 2: bit.ly/3RY4dVk Intern Application Due May 4: bit.ly/42zlZEJ

Every voice counts. Help protect Head Start in Nebraska and across the country. • Add your name to the national letter, bit.ly/3Y9hBtj • Message to your elected officials, bit.ly/4cJ4VPX

What do you do when a young child dials 911 three times and hangs up? If you're Suzi Muhsman—a 911 dispatcher, nurse, and community advocate—you turn it into a children’s book to teach others about emergency calls! bit.ly/44hg8F0 #NebraskaGrowingReaders #EarlyLiteracy

🌸 Let's nurture young minds with the power of books and the magic of storytelling! Check out this list of springtime stories from our Nebraska Growing Readers free digital library. bit.ly/4cqFOB3 #WeekOfTheYoungChild #NationalLibraryWeek #EarlyLiteracy

Today, Governor Jim Pillen declared April Child Abuse Prevention Month in Nebraska. Thank you to our Governor and state partners. Together, we #BringUpNebraska this #CAPMonth!

🎈 Siblings, Laughter, & Unforgettable Memories at Camp Catch-Up's Carnival! 🎠 For many, this is the only chance all year to be together. 💛 Read more about this heartwarming day: bit.ly/41SxDZv #CampCatchUp #Siblings #StrongerTogether #MakingMemories #Connection

Check out this fun highlight of the newest additions to our Communities for Kids network in the highlight: "A Recipe for Change: Tightknit Communities, Big Ideas, and Pickled Okra" Read more: bit.ly/3D4NBaG #CommunitiesforKids #C4K #CommunityImpact

"It could have been us." Powerful words from a young advocate at Legislative Days, an event where Nebraska's youth learn about the policymaking process and advocate for real change. Learn more: bit.ly/41fDJmC #FutureChangemakers #Nebraska #YouthVoice

Moving can be tough for kids, but "Moving Day Made Fun" is a book created to make it easier! Co-authored by Yanki Smith through the Nebraska Growing Readers program, this book turns a challenging transition into a positive one. bit.ly/4h6W8b7 #Literacy #EarlyLiteracy

Dive into key topics such as Family Engagement, Literacy, Managing Behaviors, Community Partnerships, Teens as Teachers, Sustainability, and more. Registration Closing Soon: bit.ly/41xGf8T #InnovationInvitational #BeyondSchoolBells #NebraskaAfterschool