Families

Choosing high-quality early childhood education is a difficult and often emotional decision. Use these tips, tools, and information on finding high-quality care to make the best choice for your family and children.

Choosing Quality Child Care

Difficulty Finding Child Care

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Types of Child Care

Evaluation Tools & Checklists

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thread Announces COVID-19 Quality Initiative to Support Child Care Programs

May 20, 2020

Traducción Española Dear Early Childhood Educators, Happy Provider Appreciation Day -- We Love Your Spirit, Rain or Shine! Since 1996, Provider Appreciation Day has been a...Read More

thread Continues to Serve You Remotely

May 09, 2020

Through the COVID-19 crisis, thread has been serving families and the early childhood sector remotely. For the continued safety and well-being of ...Read More

Check out thread's Online Trainings - Now FREE through June

03 APR 2020

Want to sign up for thread's online trainings? Good idea! All courses are FREE in April through the end of June! For..... Read More

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Free Child Care Search and Referrals

thread helps families find child care by conducting an individualized search from our early care and learning database which includes types of programs such as family child care homes, child care centers, preschool programs, Head Start programs, and more. Our database includes programs and settings throughout Alaska.

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Family Tools & Resources

Family Activities

Workshops, events, and fun family-friendly activities

Supporting Your Child’s Development

Parenting information and developmental milestones

Community Resources

Services and supports to meet your family and child’s unique needs

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