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Welcome to Children R First

A childhood is the most basic human right of children. - Dr. David Elkind

On-Sight Educational Workshops for Teachers, Parents and Administrators

Our philosophy is to meet the educational needs of children on all levels by encouraging educators and parents to make learning fun! We do this by providing creative workshops designed to help teachers, parents and administrators engage children in the learning process. All this with the comfort and convenience of working on-site at your childcare facility!

Tutoring Services for Children

Children-R-First is proud to announce that we now recommend Little Scholars for tutoring and educational enrichment. For more information about Little Scholars, you can visit them at www.littlescholarsllc.com

Articles

Fall is for Friendships in the Early Childhood Classroom   by: Heidi Starr

“My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me” - Henry Ford It’s a new school year, a class…

Mem Fox to visit Richmond!!

Acclaimed children's Author Mem Fox will be visiting Richmond on September 29th! Location: Renaissance Conference Center              107 W. Broad Street              Richmond, VA 23220Two Sessions: 2:00-4:00pm…

And the Winners of the BOB Books Giveaway are….

From the #1 bestselling learn-to-read program come two brand-new sets focused on learning and practicing Sight Words.  CONGRATULATIONS JENNIFER ANDREWS & LAURA ELDREDGE,…

Meet the Presenters for “Celebrating Our Children”

We are proud to introduce our presenters for the 2010-2011 "Celebrating Our Children" early workshop series, hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station & Children-R-First;  …

Children Are First at Maymont

When Kate Jarrell was growing up, she was afraid of snakes. We are sitting in the Discovery Classroom in Maymont's Nature Center as Kate…

Children Are First with Read Aloud Virginia

I have recently had the pleasure of becoming acquainted with Read Aloud Virginia (RAV).    RAV is a non-profit organization that provides books, training, accountability,…

Local Non-Profit Organizations to be Honored at Celebrating Our Children

During the 2010-2011 school year, Children-R-First and Rainbow Station will be hosting "Celebrating Our Children"; a workshop series for parents, caregivers and educators of…

Children Are First at the New CMOR-Short Pump

My five year old son Blake and I decided to go undercover yesterday and check out the newest hot spot for VA families with young…

Advertise Your Business for FREE at “Celebrating Our Children” Workshop Series

Celebrating Our Children is an early childhood workshop series provided for teachers and families during the 2010-2011 school year. The family-friendly businesses and organizations…

Crazy Love for the Amazima Organization

In 2006, when she was only 18 years old, Katie Davis visited Uganda for the first time. She was overcome with a love for…

Celebrating Our Children; A Workshop Series Presented by Children-R-First & Rainbow Station

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Beginning September 2010- until July 2011, Children-R-First and Hanover Rainbow Station  will be offering bi-monthly workshops to parents and early childhood teachers in…

AFFORDABLE Getaways for Richmond Families

Every family deserves a break, and a chance to get away. Just because budgets are tight, it doesn’t mean your family can’t enjoy a…

Children Are First at Rainbow Station

Rainbow Station® addresses the needs of children and parents through quality educational programs and emergency backup care. Early education programs are provided for children…

March for Babies

March For Babies at Monroe Park in Richmond, VA May 2nd The mission of March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies…

Children are first at this unique toy store in Charleston, SC

If you’re ever in Charleston, SC, check out this unique toy store in the City Market area…                                                                 While my family and I…

Read Aloud VA

Workshops

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy

Creating a Foundation for Early Literacy is part of the workshop series hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

Recipes for Reading; Literacy Based Nutrition and Cooking Activities

Recipes for Reading is part of the workshop series "Celebrating Our Children," hosted by Hanover Rainbow Station and Children-R-First.

Testimonials

Kristi was the entire reason that I felt able to leave my child and return to the workforce. She both directly taught and directed others in teaching my daughter during the most pivotal age of her life. I am richer for having known and interacted with Kristi Stilson.

— E. Burnett, Parent