Collaborative for Children
@collabforchildren.bsky.social
We are a nonprofit with a mission to improve the quality of early childhood education.
Reading with your child becomes even more powerful when you model your thinking out loud. Before, during, and after a book, try using simple prompts like wondering what the story might be about, connecting the text to something it reminds you of, and sharing your favorite part at the end.
February 19, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Reading with your child becomes even more powerful when you model your thinking out loud. Before, during, and after a book, try using simple prompts like wondering what the story might be about, connecting the text to something it reminds you of, and sharing your favorite part at the end.
We're listening, adapting, & evolving because when something isn't working, we're not afraid to change it. Access to quality care remains one of the most significant barriers & we're tackling it head-on.
February 18, 2026 at 1:01 PM
We're listening, adapting, & evolving because when something isn't working, we're not afraid to change it. Access to quality care remains one of the most significant barriers & we're tackling it head-on.
Tickets are on sale NOW for Collab Kid U at Rice University on 4/11/26! Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
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February 18, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Tickets are on sale NOW for Collab Kid U at Rice University on 4/11/26! Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
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Early childhood behavioral challenges are increasing. We coach teachers in neurodiversity-informed practices, helping them support all children, address behavioral issues, and create inclusive classrooms
February 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Early childhood behavioral challenges are increasing. We coach teachers in neurodiversity-informed practices, helping them support all children, address behavioral issues, and create inclusive classrooms
Every parent wants the best for their child, but finding quality child care can be overwhelming. How can you determine what to look for? Who can you trust? We offer resources to help you make confident and informed decisions about your child's care and early learning.
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February 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Every parent wants the best for their child, but finding quality child care can be overwhelming. How can you determine what to look for? Who can you trust? We offer resources to help you make confident and informed decisions about your child's care and early learning.
https://ow.ly/q8RI50YgMfY
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Inspiring curiosity is at the heart of what we do at Collaborative for Children. We focus on creating environments where Collab Kids are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and make discoveries on their own terms.
February 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Inspiring curiosity is at the heart of what we do at Collaborative for Children. We focus on creating environments where Collab Kids are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and make discoveries on their own terms.
Happy Presidents Day from Collaborative for Children! As we honor past presidents, we look to the future with hope and optimism, knowing that our Collab Kids are the future Presidents, innovators, and changemakers.
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February 16, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Happy Presidents Day from Collaborative for Children! As we honor past presidents, we look to the future with hope and optimism, knowing that our Collab Kids are the future Presidents, innovators, and changemakers.
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Collab Kid U tickets are officially ON SALE!
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/iRwt50YcnN3
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Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/iRwt50YcnN3
#CollabKidU #STEAM
February 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Collab Kid U tickets are officially ON SALE!
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/iRwt50YcnN3
#CollabKidU #STEAM
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/iRwt50YcnN3
#CollabKidU #STEAM
Kids are capable of so much more than we think! In our Centers of Excellence child care centers, we believe in preparing children for the path—not the path for the child. By encouraging independence and trusting their abilities, we’re building confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.
February 15, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Kids are capable of so much more than we think! In our Centers of Excellence child care centers, we believe in preparing children for the path—not the path for the child. By encouraging independence and trusting their abilities, we’re building confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning.
Teaching honesty starts early, and we are highlighting how Houston parents and our Centers of Excellence are helping young children build strong truth‑telling habits from the very beginning.
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Houston Parents and Centers of Excellence Build Truth-Telling Habits
Learn how Greater Houston families and Centers of Excellence teach honesty through play, routines, and social-emotional learning aligned to national frameworks. Get research-backed tips, classroom strategies, and home routines to help children tell the truth.
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February 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Teaching honesty starts early, and we are highlighting how Houston parents and our Centers of Excellence are helping young children build strong truth‑telling habits from the very beginning.
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Valentine’s Day, Black History Month, and Presidents' Day are all happening this extended weekend! Good news! The Collab Kid Top 10 is an awesome list of activities for you and the whole family to check out this weekend. Take a look!
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February 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Valentine’s Day, Black History Month, and Presidents' Day are all happening this extended weekend! Good news! The Collab Kid Top 10 is an awesome list of activities for you and the whole family to check out this weekend. Take a look!
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Check out our latest article for easy, meaningful Valentine’s Day activities families and educators can use to promote learning at home and in the classroom.
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Valentine’s Day Crafts That Build Early Learning Skills | Collaborative for Children
Discover how Valentine’s Day crafts help young children develop creativity, fine motor skills, and social emotional growth. Learn practical ideas for parents and educators across Greater Houston from Collaborative for Children.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Check out our latest article for easy, meaningful Valentine’s Day activities families and educators can use to promote learning at home and in the classroom.
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What does Championing Young Futures mean to you? For Dr. Melanie Johnson, President and CEO of Collaborative for Children, championing a future for a child is more than a minimal expectation; it is a requirement to provide all the necessary resources and skills for their betterment.
February 13, 2026 at 1:01 PM
What does Championing Young Futures mean to you? For Dr. Melanie Johnson, President and CEO of Collaborative for Children, championing a future for a child is more than a minimal expectation; it is a requirement to provide all the necessary resources and skills for their betterment.
Kind kids don’t happen by accident; they grow from the example we set every day. When children see empathy, patience, and love modeled at home, they learn to carry those same qualities into the world. Let’s raise a generation that leads with kindness, and it starts with us.
February 12, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Kind kids don’t happen by accident; they grow from the example we set every day. When children see empathy, patience, and love modeled at home, they learn to carry those same qualities into the world. Let’s raise a generation that leads with kindness, and it starts with us.
The Collaborative for Children I Wonder Handbook is your trusted companion in preparing young minds for Kindergarten success. Our guide provides evidence-based activities to promote social-emotional, cognitive, and academic growth in your Collab Kids!
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I Wonder - Collaborative for Children
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February 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The Collaborative for Children I Wonder Handbook is your trusted companion in preparing young minds for Kindergarten success. Our guide provides evidence-based activities to promote social-emotional, cognitive, and academic growth in your Collab Kids!
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Collaborative for Children was established by philanthropists who believed that high-quality early education is vital to Houston's future. Today, we carry on that mission by pushing boundaries & passionately advocating for our children.
February 11, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Collaborative for Children was established by philanthropists who believed that high-quality early education is vital to Houston's future. Today, we carry on that mission by pushing boundaries & passionately advocating for our children.
They're here! Collab Kid U tickets are officially ON SALE!
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/Gpmn50YcnN4
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/Gpmn50YcnN4
February 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
They're here! Collab Kid U tickets are officially ON SALE!
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/Gpmn50YcnN4
Join us for a day of hands-on learning, STEAM-powered fun, and unforgettable experiences for young learners and the grown-ups who champion them.
Rice University on 4/11/26!
Secure your tickets now: https://ow.ly/Gpmn50YcnN4
Whether you're a child care provider or a parent, you have the power to shape the future of early learning in Greater Houston. Collaborative for Children provides expert coaching, business support, and high-quality teaching tools to help child care programs thrive and grow.
February 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Whether you're a child care provider or a parent, you have the power to shape the future of early learning in Greater Houston. Collaborative for Children provides expert coaching, business support, and high-quality teaching tools to help child care programs thrive and grow.
Play is the "heart of a child's learning journey. At Collaborative for Children, we create environments where learning feels like play and play leads to learning. Through hands-on, playful experiences, we're shaping the future of education for Houston's children!
February 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Play is the "heart of a child's learning journey. At Collaborative for Children, we create environments where learning feels like play and play leads to learning. Through hands-on, playful experiences, we're shaping the future of education for Houston's children!
From ages 0 to 5, your child's brain is highly adaptable, absorbing everything you say. Instead of labeling them as “shy” or “sensitive,” use positive affirmations like “brave” and “kind.” These messages help build their confidence!
February 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
From ages 0 to 5, your child's brain is highly adaptable, absorbing everything you say. Instead of labeling them as “shy” or “sensitive,” use positive affirmations like “brave” and “kind.” These messages help build their confidence!
Parents are changing the way they approach routines, learning, and home life. Here, we explain exactly which outdated habits they’re ditching and what healthier, more intentional practices they’re adopting in 2026.
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What Parents Are Leaving Behind — And What They’re Doing Instead | Collaborative for Children
Houston parents are simplifying 2026 with slower, analog childhoods, empathy with limits, and mental health awareness. See how Collaborative for Children and our Centers of Excellence help families build calmer, intentional rhythms across Greater Houston.
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February 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Parents are changing the way they approach routines, learning, and home life. Here, we explain exactly which outdated habits they’re ditching and what healthier, more intentional practices they’re adopting in 2026.
https://ow.ly/ZtTn50Y9pvQ
#ParentingTrends #HoustonFamilies #ParentingTips
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#ParentingTrends #HoustonFamilies #ParentingTips
This BIG GAME WEEKEND, don’t forget about all the fun and educational activities you can do with your children (before the big game!). Take a look at our Collab Kid Top 10 list for inspiration!
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February 6, 2026 at 9:00 PM
This BIG GAME WEEKEND, don’t forget about all the fun and educational activities you can do with your children (before the big game!). Take a look at our Collab Kid Top 10 list for inspiration!
#BigGame #Football #Houston
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#BigGame #Football #Houston
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What does Championing Young Futures mean to you? For Kayla Sabin, Senior Early Childhood Specialist at Collaborative for Children, it means reaching out to the community and creating environments where all children can thrive.
February 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
What does Championing Young Futures mean to you? For Kayla Sabin, Senior Early Childhood Specialist at Collaborative for Children, it means reaching out to the community and creating environments where all children can thrive.
Touchdown for Learning! This Collab Kid is gearing up for the big leagues—Kindergarten! At Collaborative for Children, we help ensure every child in our Centers of Excellence meets Texas pre-k guidelines, like counting 10 independent objects.
February 5, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Touchdown for Learning! This Collab Kid is gearing up for the big leagues—Kindergarten! At Collaborative for Children, we help ensure every child in our Centers of Excellence meets Texas pre-k guidelines, like counting 10 independent objects.
Want to truly understand your children and how they view you and themselves? Here are 5 questions parents should ask their children that encourage deeper conversation, promote cognitive development, build emotional connection, and enhance critical thinking skills.
February 5, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Want to truly understand your children and how they view you and themselves? Here are 5 questions parents should ask their children that encourage deeper conversation, promote cognitive development, build emotional connection, and enhance critical thinking skills.