Communal care for the smallest
At Poppi Academy, we believe that early childhood is key to children's future. Your role as community representatives is essential to creating an environment that supports children's development and well-being. This site provides recommendations and resources to improve conditions for young children and their families.
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A safe and stimulating environment
Creating a safe and stimulating environment is essential for children's healthy development. Municipalities should invest in modern and well-maintained public playgrounds, parks and community centres. These places should offer a variety of activities that encourage children's physical activity and social interaction, which contributes to their overall health and development. A quality environment also includes safety measures and regular equipment maintenance.
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Parental support
Parental support is key to harmonious family life and proper development of children. Municipalities can organize educational programs and workshops focused on parenting skills, emotional support and sharing experiences between parents. In addition, municipalities can provide counseling services and support groups to help parents cope with difficult situations and strengthen family relationships.
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Healthy lifestyle
Promoting a healthy lifestyle is essential for preventing health problems and promoting the overall well-being of children. Municipalities can organize community activities focused on physical activity, such as sports days, dance classes or family outings. Healthy eating can be promoted through educational campaigns, public kitchens and farmers' markets where families can buy fresh and healthy food.
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Cognitive and language development
Supporting cognitive and language development is essential for the successful education of children. Municipalities should support local libraries, reading programs and cultural events that develop children's imagination, language skills and love of reading. Various educational activities and workshops can offer children opportunities to learn and develop creativity.
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Access to professional help
The availability of professional help is important to address the specific needs of children and their families. Municipalities should ensure that families have access to child psychologists, physiotherapists and other specialists who can provide individual support and advice. Counseling services for families may also include support in the areas of health, education and social services.
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Support of social integration
Social integration is important for the inclusive development of a community in which every child feels welcome and supported. Municipalities can support programs and initiatives that include all children, including those with different needs and from different socio-economic backgrounds. This can include inclusive education programmes, social activities and support for children with special needs.
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Recommended resources
• Poppi Academy - Child's vision : Our main page with vision and recommendations.
• Zero to Three : Information and resources to support the development of children from birth to three years.
• Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Czech Republic : National Strategy for the Protection of Children's Rights and Action Plan to Fulfill the National Strategy
• Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center (ECLKC) : Community engagement and early childhood support resources focused on Head Start and Early Head Start programs in the US.
• The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) : Extensive resources for educators and community workers focused on improving the quality of early education and community engagement.
• UNICEF Early Childhood Development : A global perspective on early childhood development with an emphasis on the roles of communities and municipalities.