Champions for NorCal Kids

08/07/2025

We have OPENINGS for two of our Redding Locations: Juniper and Birchwood Centers.
👉We are looking for families who need care for their Toddlers
(ages 18-32 months) for our 2025-2026 Program Year!

If you are interested go to ShastaHeadStart.org to apply for services Or give us at call at 530-241-1036!

03/07/2025

25/06/2025

"Dazzled" shines a light on people who were educated right here in Shasta County, and are making a difference in our world today. Do you know someone who should be featured? Let us know at bit.ly/DazzledBy

25/06/2025

Looking for an activity this summer?

Find a Little Free Library near you. The one in the picture is outside of Kid's Kingdom at Enterprise Park off of Victor Avenue. You can find a full list of LFLs in our area here: https://first5shasta.org/resources/parents-and-caregivers/little-free-libraries.

You can also help your child experience Summer Climb by visiting our Community Literacy page here: https://reachhighershasta.com/communityliteracy/

Enjoy Summer!!

02/05/2025

On May 1, 1969, Fred Rogers, host of the (then) recently nationally syndicated children's television series, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (named Misterogers' ...

24/04/2025

25/03/2025

04/02/2025

We want to hear from YOU! The Family Friendly Business of The Year Award recognizes a local business or organization that has created a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable space for families, specifically with children ages 0-5 years old! Tell us about the business you are nominating and what makes it family-friendly! 💚🖐

Make a nomination here: https://linktr.ee/first5shasta

31/01/2025

IT ALL STARTS TOMORROW!!

The LOVE OF LITERACY BOOK DRIVE is being held February 1 - 14!
By donating new or gently used books for children and teens, you will help inspire young minds and spark imaginations. The books that are collected will fill Little Free Libraries across Shasta County, making books accessible to young readers and their families.

🕒 Drop-off Locations & Hours:

📍 Les Schwab Tire Centers
3161 Market St., Redding (Mon–Fri: 8 AM–6 PM; Sat: 8 AM–5 PM)
1201 Hilltop Dr., Redding (Mon–Fri: 8 AM–6 PM; Sat: 8 AM–5 PM)
4601 Churn Creek Rd., Redding (Mon–Fri: 8 AM–6 PM; Sat: 8 AM–5 PM)
2630 Balls Ferry Rd., Anderson (Mon–Fri: 8 AM–6 PM; Sat: 8 AM–5 PM)
37462 Main St., Burney (Mon–Fri: 8 AM–6 PM; Sat: 8 AM–5 PM)

📍 Redding Library
1100 Parkview Ave., Redding (Mon–Thu: 10 AM–8 PM; Fri–Sat: 10 AM–6 PM; Sun: 1 PM–5 PM)

📍 Holiday Market
9350 Deschutes Rd., Palo Cedro (Daily: 6 AM–10 PM)

Let’s make a difference, one book at a time! ❤️

31/01/2025

31/01/2025

Sign up for the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program at any library location in Burney, Redding, or Anderson and your child will receive FREE rewards when you read to them! The goal is to read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten! https://www.shastalibraries.org/1000-books-before-kindergarten

Read books to your child (ages newborn to Pre-K). ANY book read to your child counts! This means books read in any language by anyone – including at pre­-school, during library story times, and books on cd. Repeats of favorite books can be counted as well!