Welcome to MKE4Kids!

Resources to support children ages 0 - 3 years old, pregnant mothers and expectant fathers

Help Us Grow Little Readers! We’re collecting new and gently used books for children ages 0–3 to support early literacy and bring the joy of stories to young families.

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Help Us Grow Little Readers! We’re collecting new and gently used books for children ages 0–3 to support early literacy and bring the joy of stories to young families. –

BABY BOOK DRIVE
May 1st - May 31st

RESOURCES

From baby supplies to family activities, find it here.

INITIATIVES

Explore the local experiences we’ve created just for you!

Babies are like sponges.

They say children are like sponges, soaking up everything they see and hear. So we wondered, What would it look like if we brought this metaphor to life? The result was a bold, impossible-to-ignore advertising campaign to help adults understand interacting with children is a simple but powerful way to support healthy brain development.

Discover What’s Happening!

Looking for something fun, educational, or just a great way to spend time together? Check out our calendar! We’ve got a variety of exciting and informative events lined up for parents or families and their little ones helping create Mighty Small Moments!

Learning Starts With You.

Discover new insights and practical tips to support your child's development, expand your knowledge of early childhood education, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends.

News & Tips
Why Family Time Matters During the Week of the Young Child

Why Family Time Matters During the Week of the Young Child

We’re wrapping up the Week of the Young Child with Family Friday—a celebration of the people who matter most in a child’s life: their family.

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Music, Meals & Moments—How to Make WOYC Fun for Your Little One

Music, Meals & Moments—How to Make WOYC Fun

This week, let’s explore how everyday moments can become learning opportunities!

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Celebrate National Week of the Young Child with Mighty Small Moments

Celebrate National Week of the Young Child

National Week of the Young Child is here—a special week that celebrates early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and caregivers.

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Investing in Wisconsin's Future: What the New ECE Budget Means for Families

What the New ECE Budget Means for Families

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) has released a new budget summary for 2025-2027 that prioritizes early learning, access, and support for families and providers.

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Our Partners.
Ascension Saint Joesph
Betty Brinn Children's Museum
Clinical and Translational Science Institute of Southeastern Wisconsin
Fathers Making Progress
Milwaukee Recreation MPS

đź’¬ Need Support? Connect with a Village Partner

Parenting a little one isn’t easy—but you don’t have to do it alone. Our Village Partners are real people from your community, ready to support you with resources, encouragement, and tools to help your child grow.

What You’ll Get:

  • Personalized one-on-one support

  • Free tips & local resources

  • Help navigating parenting challenges

  • A reminder: you’re your child’s first teacher

👉 Fill out the form and get connected with a Village Partner who’s ready to walk this journey with you. By signing up you agree to have a Village Partner contact you to connect you to resources and other support.

Let’s build your village—together.

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