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.

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Choosing Quality Child Care
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Difficulty Finding Child Care
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Enhanced Referrals
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Types of Child Care
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Evaluation Tools & Checklists
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Child Care Assistance

Happy Provider Appreciation Day, Keep Calm and Care On!

May 03, 2023

May 12th is Provider Appreciation Day. Join thread in celebrating early childhood educators across Alaska. Working in the early childhood ...Read More

2023 thread Awards Recipients Announced

May 12, 2023

After receiving a record-breaking number of award nominations this year, thread is excited to present the following recipients of the ...Read More

On to Kindergarten Camp

05 Jul 2023

Hosted by Best Beginnings, this is a summer learning program for up and coming kindergarten students! On to Kindergarten Camp is ...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

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Family Activities

Workshops, events, and fun family-friendly activities
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Supporting Your Child’s Development

Parenting information and developmental milestones
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Community Resources

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