RFP: Family Preparedness Grant
FIRST 5 Santa Clara County is announcing a funding opportunity through our Standing Firm for Families initiative and inviting qualified organizations to apply to our Family Preparedness grant. Standing Firm...
Potter and Punch: A Story About Friendship
Recently, a little monkey named Punch captured hearts across the internet. His story, about feeling left out and alone from his family, resonated deeply with children and adults worldwide. Punch’s...
Protecting Little Ones: Easy Tips for a Safer Home
Keep your little ones safe at home with this helpful one-page guide filled with practical tips to prevent choking and strangulation. After reviewing reports of childhood deaths caused by suffocation,...
Missed Your Medi-Cal Renewal Deadline? Here’s What You Can Do
Did you miss the date on your Medi-Cal renewal letter? You are not alone, and you may still be able to fix it. If you did not turn in your...
5 Ways to Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month with Potter!
In celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, First 5 Santa Clara County is sharing five otter-ly fun resources to help families build healthy dental habits early! Potter reminds young...
New Podcast! Potter Pod: Songs and Stories with Potter the Otter
Hi friends! It’s me—Potter the Otter! I’m so excited to share something new with you: Potter Pod: Songs and Stories with Potter the Otter, a brand-new podcast made just for...
FIRST 5 Santa Clara County ensures that the needs of young children, prenatal through age 5, are a priority in all sectors of the community. We support the healthy development of young children and enrich the lives of their families and communities in Santa Clara County.
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Meet Potter the Otter!
Potter the Otter inspires young readers to make smart choices every day. From teaching the importance of drinking water to encouraging active play and healthy eating, Potter empowers young minds with engaging stories that promote lifelong wellness.
Each book in the series features fun, relatable stories and vibrant illustrations designed to captivate children while delivering essential lessons.
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RFP: Family Preparedness Grant
FIRST 5 Santa Clara County is announcing a funding opportunity through our
Potter and Punch: A Story About Friendship
Recently, a little monkey named Punch captured hearts across the internet. His
Protecting Little Ones: Easy Tips for a Safer Home
Keep your little ones safe at home with this helpful one-page guide
Missed Your Medi-Cal Renewal Deadline? Here’s What You Can Do
Did you miss the date on your Medi-Cal renewal letter? You are
5 Ways to Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month with Potter!
In celebration of National Children’s Dental Health Month, First 5 Santa Clara
New Podcast! Potter Pod: Songs and Stories with Potter the Otter
Hi friends! It’s me—Potter the Otter! I’m so excited to share something