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Early childhood providers often play an important role in recognizing developmental differences and supporting families through early learning milestones. Understanding autism and creating inclusive, supportive environments can help children feel safe, valued, and empowered to grow in their own unique ways.

Little ones are constantly learning, exploring, and testing their independence, which makes everyday safety especially important for families and caregivers. These simple indoor and outdoor safety tips can help create safer spaces for children to play, grow, and explore with confidence.

Summer travel season is almost here, and long car rides can quickly lead to restless children and repeated “Are we there yet?” moments. These simple and fun road trip games help keep kids engaged, encourage family connection, and create lasting memories along the way.

Parenting comes with many responsibilities, and for Tribal families, those responsibilities often extend beyond the household into community, culture, and caregiving across generations. This blog shares simple, meaningful ways parents and caregivers can manage stress, build resilience, and care for their own well-being while continuing to nurture the next generation.

New HHS CCDF final rule rescinds several 2024 child care requirements, restoring greater flexibility for States, Territories, and Tribal Lead Agencies administering CCDF programs.

This week, NICCA joined Tribal leaders, state leadership, and education partners at New Mexico’s Government-to-Government Indian Education Summit to discuss the future of Native education and early childhood systems. As states across the country look for ways to better support Native children and families, New Mexico is emerging as a national example of what becomes possible when investment, flexibility, and government-to-government partnership come together intentionally.

Story time is a simple, powerful way to build language, connection, and a love for learning in Tribal child care settings.

Supporting wellness for Tribal child care providers helps reduce stress, strengthen connection, and sustain quality care for children and families.