Learn more about UNICEF’s work under the topic "Early Childhood Development".

Stimulating Little Minds: Indoor Play Ideas for Young Children

To help with your baby and toddler's development, UNICEF has compiled safe and fun activities that can be done at home - for children ages 0-8.

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A Tale of Three Fathers

What does being a dad look like? UNICEF went around the world to meet with different dads and their children. Read on to learn more about the day to day life of dads in Bangladesh, Paraguay and Rwanda.

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3 Reasons why the first month of a child’s life is the most dangerous

The numbers are in on the latest report on child mortality around the world--and the results are shocking.

Giving children the best start in life: Why breastfeeding matters to everyone

Breastfeeding has been recognized around the world as a way to support and boost a child's well-being, especially in the early stages of life. Are babies in Canada being held to the same standard?

Eat, Play, Love—Why a Child's First 1,000 Days Make All the Difference

How to help kids get the best start in life? Nurture them — and give them low-cost, high-quality early childhood programs.

The Beginning of Life uncovers ground-breaking research into a child's early years

The Beginning of Life is a ground-breaking feature documentary that explores the impact of a child's early environment on their cognitive, social and emotional development