Story Spotlight

Like a big breath of fresh air the new year gives us space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with our WHY. And, this year, First 5 Tehama has a lot to reflect on – positive change, significant growth, and even … Read more

We just had to pop into your inbox to share an overwhelming feeling of love for our community that continues to linger after last week’s festivities. To quote one of the holiday greats, “If you look for it, I’ve got … Read more

If you’re in the education industry around these parts, you’ve most likely heard of the Triple P – also known as the Positive Parenting Program. If not, let us provide a quick backstory. This transformative program helps parents develop simple … Read more

A bouquet of newly sharpened pencils, the periodic plunks of acorns dropping on the ground, and the gradual decrease in overnight temperatures. These are the sites, sounds, and feels of fall, and they all seem to set the stage for … Read more

“C is for cookie, and that is good enough for me.” Who doesn’t remember that sweet fuzzy monster who measures success by the number of sweet cookies he consumes? First 5 Tehama is taking a cue from this lovable character … Read more

​To say parenting is HARD is likely the grandest of all understatements these past few years. This realization leads us to follow the wise words of Mr. Rogers – “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are … Read more

LOOK BACK TO LOOK AHEAD These past two trips around the sun have been quite telling. The world seemed to travel at multiple speeds. At times we appeared to be plugging along in slow motion. Yet, at others, we felt … Read more

POWER UP: MUSIC & THE BRAIN The power of music is undeniable. Adults and children alike can feel music interacting with their bodies. And, it’s not just a haphazard feeling that one experiences. Science confirms that humans are hard-wired to … Read more

We all know it is essential to read to young children. But, just how important is it? If we delve into the elements that drive the “why,” the significance factor of literacy exposure “levels up” to critical. There is so … Read more

THE DATA IS IN: FAMILIES CRAVE RESILIENCY Let’s dig into resiliency. Some call it “toughness,” while others often refer to it as “grit.” However, no matter how you choose to define it, this one little word is how children, families, … Read more