Week of the Young Child
Celebrate Young Children With NAEYC and Michigan AEYC - Be Part of Week of the Young Child® 2026!
The Week of the Young Child™ is an annual celebration hosted by the NAEYC celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, and families. A fun-filled week celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities—now marking 100 years of NAEYC and the 55th anniversary of Week of the Young Child. More information about Week of the Young Child™ can be found here.
WOYC provides an opportunity for teachers, families, and community leaders to recognize the value of high-quality early childhood education while engaging children in meaningful, hands-on experiences.
From art and music to cooking, teamwork, and family celebrations, each day encourages connection, exploration, and learning.
Whether you’re planning classroom activities, celebrating with your family at home, or supporting early learning in your community, WOYC offers inspiration and resources to help you participate.
Join the celebration! Share how you’re honoring young learners using #NAEYC #MichiganAEYC #WOYC26 and help shine a spotlight on the power of early childhood education as we celebrate 100 years of progress and look toward the next 100.
During the month of March, new members will receive 25% off of their first year of membership using the code SPRING26*.
Learn more about #WOYC2026
The Week of the Young Child® (#WOYC2026) is an annual celebration hosted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to recognize early learning, young children, early childhood programs, families, and communities.
A joyful week dedicated to celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities—while also honoring two important milestones: NAEYC’s 100th anniversary and the 55th anniversary of the Week of the Young Child®.
55th Anniversary of the Week of the Young Child®
Each April, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) invites educators, families, and communities to come together to celebrate the Week of the Young Child® (WOYC)—a time to highlight the joy of early learning and the vital role early childhood educators play in shaping young minds.
Celebrate Young Children All April Long
Michigan AEYC encourages individuals, families, and early childhood programs to celebrate young children all year long—not just during the Week of the Young Child™, April 11–17, 2026.
Download the April activity calendar and resources to find meaningful ways to engage children, families, and your community throughout the entire month.
Official Michigan AEYC & State Resources
- Governor Whitmer's 2026 Week of the Young Child Proclamation - Coming Soon!
- 2026 Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Click here.
- 2026 April Calendar - Click here.
- Celebrate Diversity! Click here.
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Week of the Young Child Daily Family Activity Guide - Click here.
Partner Resources for Families & Educators
- Talk, Read, and Sing Together Every Day: Tips for Families from Talking is Teaching
- Grow with Me in the Kitchen from Keep Growing Detroit
- Peer Support for Children with Special Needs from Extension Alliance for Better Child Care
- 8 Ways to Honor Diverse Family Structures from Rasmussen University
- The Daddy Factor: How Fathers Support Development from Zero to Three
