Positive Parenting and Family Engagement

At a glance

Early care and education (ECE) providers and parents work together to support the health of children. The resources on this page provide information about positive parenting and how to engage families in ECE programs.

A mother and her son smile during a meeting with an early care and education provider.

Early care and education providers support families

Early care and education (ECE) providers are sources of nurturing care that enable children to feel safe and protected when away from their parents. By caring for children, ECE providers help support parents who are working to provide for their family. In their role as nurturers, ECE providers often feel like part of the child’s extended family. As a trusted professional, ECE providers can engage families and provide tips on positive parenting. ECE providers and parents can work together to support and improve the learning, development, and health of children.

Learn about resources to support positive parenting and family engagement in your ECE program.