Explore strategies to expand program leadership practices related to father engagement in Head Start programs. Discover opportunities for practice and reflection.

Early Head Start (EHS) staff engage pregnant mothers and expectant families as they prepare for their new baby. Connecting families to comprehensive prenatal care, such as nutrition education, oral health care, and mental health supports, is all part of the process. This includes engaging fathers from the beginning. Understanding what to expect during pregnancy and after the birth can help young families feel better prepared to face parenthood.

Staff can use this module to learn how to work alongside and engage fathers in early care and education programs.

Explore these resources to learn ways to enhance your program’s father engagement efforts.

Display these wall posters to celebrate fathers’ passion for their children and the many things they do for their children every day.

This three-part webinar series focuses on effective and intentional father engagement. Learn how engaging fathers promotes children’s learning and development and strengthens the parent-child relationship.

Explore this set of resources designed to support Latino fathers as early literacy models for their children. The resources outline creating father-friendly environments, building community supports, sharing stories, and supporting early literacy for young children.  Many of the resources and activities are in English and Spanish.