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Food Through Play: Teaching Kids About Nutrition with Storytime

Nutrition education doesn’t stop at the dining table, it can be a meaningful part of children’s everyday play and learning. Identify creative, CACFP-aligned ways to teach food concepts through stories, sensory and pretend play, and mealtime conversations. Get the tools to engage children in joyful, meaningful food experiences that go beyond what’s on the plate

Summer Meals Matter: Get Prepared for Summer

Discover how your organization can help close the summer nutrition gap through USDA’s SUN Meals, also know as the Summer Food Service Program.

Head Start Boot Camp Is Back: Learn, Share and Strengthen Your Program!

Join us for our CACFP Head Start Boot Camp on December 4th!

November Virtual Events

Get a rundown on all things happening at NCA this month!

Digital Well-being

Our partners at Sesame Street in Communities are helping families build healthy digital habits and make informed tech choices within their unique circumstances. New resources equip parents and providers with practical tools to support children’s development, enhance family well-being, and prepare children to grow up smarter, stronger, and kinder in a digital world.

September Virtual Events

Get a rundown on all things happening at NCA this month!

Race to Readiness

Our Partners at Read Aloud 15 Minutes launched a “Race to Readiness” campaign. Inspired by race cars and the goal of 500 minutes of reading aloud, this campaign is designed to help prepare kids for a successful future.