Vanessa Williams, Billy Porter and Audra McDonald and other founding members of Black Theatre United have recorded the song and video “Stand for Change,” with all proceeds donated to social justice efforts. The friends recorded their song parts separately due to the pandemic in partnership with the Republic Records Action Committee.
At First 5 California, one of our core focuses is ensuring parents and caregivers of young children are aware of the importance of talking, reading and singing. Engaging with a young child in these ways helps to build critical neural connections in the brain and puts them on a path for lifelong success. Another activity that will help them become even more ready for school and life is counting. Studies have shown that early exposure to simple math skills helps children develop familiarity and comfort with math, increases their confidence, sets the foundation for more advanced concepts, and helps with
I take the time to talk, read and sing to kids, to make sure the first five years of any kids life is enriched by boosting their brain development and ability to learn.