It may seem like reading to a newborn doesn’t make sense. But science shows reading to a child from birth makes a big difference. By reading five books a day, a child will hear 1.4 million more words by kindergarten than a child who was not read to. Even just reading one book a day to a child will introduce 290,000 words by age 5.
Not only does reading introduce new words, but it also introduces new concepts such as exploring Antarctica and the animals that live there or how families in different cultures live.
If you’ve ever typed “find child care near me” in a search bar and felt overwhelmed by the results, you’re not alone. That’s where Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies like 4C for Children step in. We are truly a one-stop shop for everything related to early education and care for children ages 0-21.
4C for Children, the local nonprofit agency dedicated to supporting families and child care providers through resources, referrals and advocacy, is proud to announce the promotion of Kim Ginn to Chief Program Officer (CPO).
September is Baby Safety Month. As a parent, your top priority is keeping your baby safe. Babies and young children grow and develop quickly and with each new stage of development safety standards can change.
4C for Children, the leading child care resource and referral agency serving Southwest Ohio and the Miami Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Woodring as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
Summer is finally upon us and children are enjoying the relaxed days and nights. But there’s always a worry about what has been coined “summer slide.” According to 
4C for Children and Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries (OVGI) are partnering to help local families meet housing, employment and child care needs. Vanessa Freytag, 4C for Children’s president/CEO, calls the partnership a “game changer for working families.”