Local & State

http://www.smartstartcolorado.com

http://www.childcareaware.org

http://www.cdhs.state.co.us/childcare

The Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care This is the State’s lead agency in planning and implementing public child care policy. The Division of Child Care is responsible for the licensing and monitoring of child care facilities; managing the child care assistance program (CCCAP) for eligible families; administering child care grants and quality initiatives, and serving as the lead in implementing federal child care programs. The overall goal of the Division of Child Care is to promote quality, accessible and affordable child care services for Colorado families.

http://www.qualistar.org

http://www.bouldercountyece.org

http://www.energyoutreach.org

Energy Outreach Colorado: helping all Coloradans afford home energy

http://www.telluridefoundation.org

National

http://www.naeyc.org

National Association for the Education of Young Children: Promoting excellence in early childhood education www.parentsasteachers.org Parents As Teachers National Center http://naccrra.net National Association of Child Care Resource & Referral Agencies: Our Nation’s Leading Voice for child Care

http://www.zerotothree.org/

Zero To Three: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families
Current research, articles, and information about early childhood development and issues.

http://www.aap.org/

American Academy of Pediatrics
Dedicated to the health of all children through research and implementation: committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being.

Curriculum & Ideas

http://www.homepreschool.com

Home Preschool Program: Complete School Readiness Program Monthly Curriculum Kits that teach all early childhood concepts and skills to groups of preschool children in childcare centers and homes. 1-800-367-4338

http://www.thevirtualvine.com

The Virtual Vine: curriculum and teacher resources for ages 2 and up