Chattanooga Basics

Early Matters Chattanooga plans to continually support child care providers in Hamilton County during this difficult time. The Emergency Child Care Provider Bridge Fund has been developed to assist Hamilton County providers. Learn more at earlymatterschatt.org

Happy happy Friday!! Little ones with birthdays during social distancing have been on our minds so we decided to give you some ideas on incorporating the Basics into some at home birthday celebration ideas! See more below...

Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and every individual that has been affected by the recent crises. We hold our loved ones dear tonight.

Check out Read20’s channel on YouTube for story time! @Read20Chattano1 youtu.be/j13oced2NKA

Community partners & volunteers in Hamilton County are offering services for families in need during the school closure. We’ve created a resource page on our website to house all of the resources available to HCS families. Visit hcde.org/FamilySupportR… for more info.

Have you heard of First Things First? It is a local nonprofit providing support and resources to encourage healthy resources. They are offering so many helpful tools and blogs to get families through these trying times. Give them a follow! @FTFCha

@CDCgov @ZEROTOTHREE @TNDeptofHealth @chattanooga2pt0 @UnitedWayCHA @hamcoschools

Tips like these are perfect tools that can be used to help your toddler grow. For more tips on positive parenting for other ages, go to cdc.govncbddd/childdevelopment/positiveparenting/toddlers.html

In response to COVID-19, there has been an increased need for food. We have compiled a list of food resources, and they can be found at the link below. Share with someone who needs it! untdwy.org/2w0qhZe

United Way of Greater Chattanooga is honored to work with @lapazchatt to ensure that those of who have been affected from the LATINX community by COVID-19, has access to the resources they need. Read more at the link below: chattanoogan.com/2020/3/25/4064…

Have you ever heard of Chattanooga Early Learning Scholarship? If you are eligible you could receive 40% tuition scholarship to assist your family.

A perfect quote that describes the importance of allowing your children to experience tolerable stress.

It's a turtle. Wandering around an aquarium. Thank you @TNAquarium!! youtube.com/watch?v=zye-yf…

It’s more than reading and math. Find social and emotional lessons like goal setting and conflict resolution at StaySmartHamilton.com. #StaySmartHamilton

Am I hungry? Am I overstimulated? Do I need exercise? Some helpful questions for you and your child, along with tips for managing stress in these challenging times. pbs.org/parents/thrive…

For those seeking out a park to relieve stress, decompress or just have fun, make sure to follow good public health practices. #COVID19

Today Coach Wood (@i_teach_gym) has a very special P.E. lesson in store for students featuring P.E. teachers from across the district. The video also includes an appearance by another special guest: @DrBryanJohnson! #HCSContinuedLearning youtube.com/watch?v=O8efog…

UPDATE: @EPB_Chattanooga has added FIVE more Quick Connect sites providing free WiFi! To see the list and map click here: techgoeshomecha.org/epb.html

During this time of decreased social activity, we encourage you to read a book-- for yourself, for your children, grandchildren or other family and friends. Books allow us to take a break from reality, bond with loved ones and explore our imagination. governorsfoundation.org/engage/engage-…