3K/UPK

Ready4K is an evidence-based family engagement curriculum delivered via text message. Each week, families will receive short text messages with fun facts and easy tips on how to promote their child’s development by building on existing family routines – like pointing out letters on the shampoo bottle during bath time and naming their sounds. To sign up, families can text "NYC” to 70138. While there is absolutely no cost for enrolling, regular data & message rates may apply for receiving about three messages per week. Families can cancel text messages at any time by texting STOP to 70138.

Sparkler: Play for Parenting is an app that offers play-based learning activities to do with children ages 0-5. Families can download the app for free from the App Store or Google Play. When opening the Sparkler app for the first time, families can create a new account. Next time, they can  sign-in using the method they selected. Families should use code 2-1-2-1 to register, which will give them access to Sparkler for free. Once registered, they can visit “Play” for ideas about off-screen play that grow their child’s heart, mind, body, and words.