WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
What is the Week of the Young Child®?
The Week of the Young Child® is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world's largest early childhood education association, with nearly 60,000 members and a network of 51 Affiliates.
The purpose of the Week of the Young Child® is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs.
NAEYC first established the Week of the Young Child® in 1971, recognizing that the early childhood years (birth through age 8) lay the foundation for children's success in school and later life. The Week of the Young Child® is a time to plan how we—as citizens of a community, of a state, and of a nation—will better meet the needs of all young children and their families.
OKAEYC Week of the Young Child Resource Fair. March 29,2025
Thank You for Making Our Week of the Young Child (WOYC) Resource Fair a Success!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our Week of the Young Child (WOYC) Resource Fair at Northwest Library! This special event celebrated early learning, young children, and their families—and it wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our local partners, educators, and community organizations.
Together, we created a fun, engaging, and resource-rich environment where families explored hands-on activities aligned with the WOYC daily themes:
🎵 Music Monday – Joyful music and movement
🍎 Tasty Tuesday – Nutrition and healthy habits
🤝 Work Together Wednesday – Teamwork and collaboration
🎨 Artsy Thursday – Creativity and expression through art
👨👩👧 Family Friday – Honoring the importance of family
Your participation helped make this event meaningful and memorable for the families we serve. Thank you for coming together to support young children’s development, inspire learning, and build a stronger community.
We look forward to celebrating again next year!
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