Babies are born learning and all children grow and learn more in their first five years than at any other time in their lives. This critical time lays the foundation for their school readiness and success in life. But, sadly, many Washington children do not have positive and quality early learning experiences and continue to show up for their first day of school excited but unprepared.

Thrive by Five Washington works to create the early learning supports, services and systems that Washington children and families need. Join us, and our many partners, because every child deserves a fair chance to succeed in school and thrive in life.

Help us change the course for the next generation of Washington state children.

Learning for Life is a week-long series of news features that airs the third week of every month on KING 5 Morning News on KONG 6/16 TV that tackles a variety of early learning topics.  Check out the latest series and read more about Learning for Life.