June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month 🦁🦈! It's the perfect time to grab the kids and head to one of Indiana's wonderful zoos. Here are a few to checkout: -Indianapolis Zoo -Fort Wayne Children's Zoo -Mesker Park Zoo -Washington Park Zoo -Colombian Park Zoo

Are you looking for some hands-on learning activities to help your preschooler learn math? From a number hunt to an indoor obstacle course, we've got 16 activity ideas for you in our new blog post. #PreKMath #HandsOnLearning bit.ly/3VZHCKX

Are you searching for the right after-school care program for your child in Indiana? In our new blog, we talk you through the benefits of after-school care and how to find a program that suits your family's needs. 👪 bit.ly/3xIM0EH

It's a good idea to check in with your child's stress levels and help them find healthy ways to relieve stress. 🧘‍♀️ Check out these five ideas and read the full blog below. bit.ly/3vzbGCF

Before your kids take off on their next summer bike ride, it's a great time to refresh them on bike safety protocols. Check out our list here so your kids can have a *wheelie* safe and fun time. 🚲 bit.ly/4bmLF8E

Calling all early childhood education providers: Let's talk about creativity! 🎨 🎭 Learn how the arts can help children grow and get ideas for fun and creative activities you can try with your students.

Are you looking for new activities to do while your child is home this summer? Check out our blog for tips on keeping your child engaged and learning new things over the summer months. 📚 #BrighterFuturesIndiana #ParentingTips bit.ly/3XL2GWY

Hoosier parents, are you looking to beat the heat? This Sunday is #NationalWaterparkDay. Head to a local waterpark to celebrate and cool off. - Holiday World Splashin' Safari - Deep River Water Park - Pine Lake Water Park - The Waterpark at Carmel Clay Parks

Today is #NationalFriendshipDay! 👭 Celebrate by setting up a playdate for your little one. In our new blog post, check out our tips for how to plan a successful and stress-free playdate. Link in bio! #ParentingTips #BrighterFuturesIndiana #PlaydateIdeas bit.ly/3A6hghZ

It's Global #SleepUnderTheStarsNight! 💫 Head to a local campsite or even camp in your backyard to create a fun memory. Check out our list of the best books on the great outdoors. #CampingWithKids #SummerActivities bit.ly/4cd2Eue

Story time can help children learn empathy, spark their creativity, and help them practice active listening skills. Check out our new blog on the importance of story time for kids. 📚 bit.ly/44sacav

Help instill a love of mathematics in your child early with these fun, hands-on math activities. Check out the full list of activities and the materials you'll need in the blog post below. 👇 bit.ly/3VZHCKX

It's National #ToothFairyDay! 🦷 Help your little ones crack a smile by sharing these tooth fairy jokes for kids #ToothFairy #BrighterFuturesIndiana.

Do you know when your baby should go to the dentist for the first time? Learn all about what to expect on your baby's first dental visit plus how to care for your baby's teeth in our new blog. 🦷 #KidsDentistry bit.ly/3Ajjb2v

Improv games can help kids build skills in empathy and active listening 👂. In our new blog post, we've outlined five improv games you can play with your kids today #ImprovForKids #ImprovGames. bit.ly/479lIsB

Affirmations can help kids build confidence in themselves 💪. Practice saying these affirmations with your child in front of the mirror for a few minutes each day to help encourage them. #AffirmationsForKids #BrighterFuturesIndiana

It's Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! Ready to cook with your child while they learn about science? Serve up some delicious fun with this veggie pinwheel recipe. bit.ly/3Xih9rh

Technology is becoming more common in early learning environments 💻. In this blog, learn about guidelines on how to use technology to facilitate learning opportunities and strengthen relationships #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EarlyLearning. bit.ly/3wbSBTk

Say cheese! It's school picture day season 📸. Follow these tips to help your child have a stress-free picture day #SchoolPictureDay.

Are you still looking for an after-school care program? Check out our guide on how to find the right program for your family's needs. #AfterSchoolPrograms #ChildCareIndiana. brighterfuturesindiana.org/blog/how-to-ch…