Learning happens anywhere a child goes, but parents may not
always know how to support their learning. A new outdoor trail may be the answer for families
looking for fun activities to help their child learn.
United Way Suncoast has partnered with the Early Learning Coalition and the community
volunteers to create outdoor interactive trails throughout Pinellas County.
“Parents are a child’s first teacher, with 90% of a child’s brain development happening before they reach kindergarten. We are proud to provide families with resources and services during their child’s earliest years,” said Lindsay Carson, CEO of Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County. “The Born Learning Trails are an opportunity for children and families to engage together in play-based learning that supports children’s success in school.”
The Born Learning Trail is a series of learning activities that adults can play with
young children. According to research, the Born Learning Trail helps boost language
and literacy development to help families best understand how to support early learning in
outdoor everyday moments.
“We are excited to partner with the Early Learning Coalition to bring Born Learning Trails to Pinellas County. Children learn best through play and these family focused trails are a wonderful resource for caregivers as they help prepare their children for kindergarten and beyond.”
Born Learning is a part of United Way Suncoast and the Early Learning Coalition of
Pinellas County’s effort to help parents, caregivers, and communities provide
young children with early learning opportunities. Community volunteers will beautify
and prepare trails in Pinellas County starting April 18, 2023.
Born Learning Trail Set-Up Locations, Dates and Times:
• Lake Vista Recreation Center, April 18, 2023, 9am-12pm
• Largo Central Park, May 11, 2023, 9am-12pm
• Lealman Neighborhood Park, May 16, 2023, 9am-12pm
• Walter C Campbell Park, May 18, 2023, 9am-12pm