May 2025 - Family Resource Center

The Family Resource Center is designed to serve and support families with children birth through age 5. The Family Resource Center is funded by First Things First with United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona serving as the lead grantee, and implemented in partnership with Casa de los Niños, Easterseals Blake Foundation, Make Way for Books, Parent Aid and UA Community Extension Programs. All programs and activities are FREE.

Robles Elementary School

9875 S. Sasabe Rd.

Tucson, AZ 85736

https://www.altarvalley.com/Family-Resource-Center

4th Annual Egg Hunt Extravaganza a Huge Success!

Families from all around joined us at Three Points Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, April 12th for an unforgettable, windy afternoon packed with fun, laughter, and community spirit!

The event was bursting with exciting activities—from games and dancing to a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny, who posed for photos with delighted families. Kids got creative with face painting and loved the whimsical balloon animals. With the weather warming up, children cooled off playfully with spray bottles while everyone enjoyed a refreshing treat from Eegee’s.

When it was time for the main event—the egg hunt—kids dashed across the baseball field, gathering eggs with huge smiles and boundless energy. The Robles Ranch Community Center added even more excitement with a community raffle, offering several fun prizes to lucky attendees.

As the sun began to set, families gathered on the field with blankets, chairs, and snacks to enjoy Moana 2 under the stars. Some turned it into a cozy picnic, while others danced and played as the movie played in the background.

It was a night full of joy, laughter, and community pride—a beautiful celebration of togetherness in Three Points. We’re already looking forward to next year!

Book Reading with Ms. Herker: The Night Defenders

We were thrilled to host a very special book reading featuring The Night Defenders, written and illustrated by our very own Ms. Danielle Herker!

Families and preschoolers gathered together to hear the story read aloud by Ms. Herker, who many of the children know as their school counselor. What a surprise it was for them to learn she’s also a talented author and illustrator! This experience was not only magical but also inspiring—showing our young learners that with passion and dedication, they too can achieve their dreams.

After the reading, each child received a signed copy of The Night Defenders to take home, creating a memorable keepsake of this special day. We are incredibly proud of Ms. Herker and her beautiful contribution to children's literature.

Want to read the book yourself? You can find The Night Defenders at:

Robles Elementary Library
The Family Resource Center
Robles Ranch Community Center Lending Library
The Little Free Library in front of Robles Elementary

Thank you, Ms. Herker, for sharing your creativity and heart with our community!

Move and Groove Playtime: Learning Through Movement!

Our littlest learners had a blast at the latest Move and Groove Playtime—a fun, interactive class designed for children ages 2–5 and their parents! Each session is filled with music, dancing, and playful movement to help kids build coordination, balance, and creativity, all while spending quality time with their grown-ups.

Mrs. Maggie kicked things off with an exciting “anaconda” balance beam and colorful stepping stones. The kids practiced moving forward, backward, and sideways—boosting their confidence and strengthening their balance.

Next up: bucket drumming! Children had fun learning about opposites like stop/go, fast/slow, and quiet/loud, all while improving their listening skills and rhythm through playful beats.

Then came a fan-favorite—parachute play with bunny inflatables! This cooperative game helped children learn counting, simple math, and the importance of teamwork and helping friends.

We wrapped things up with a thrilling roller coaster activity that had the kids cheering each other on while working on balance, turn-taking, and building confidence. One mom said it best: “This is the most fun I’ve had in a long time!”

Don’t miss our next class on Friday, May 23rd at 2:00 PM!
Perfect timing for families to join in after school pickup—everyone is welcome to stay and play!

Hands in Nature

Join us for a nature-inspired class designed especially for children ages 2–5! Each session encourages little explorers to engage with the natural world through creative and sensory-rich activities.

From painting with mud and building with sticks to experimenting with water and telling stories with found objects, children will dive into hands-on projects that spark creativity, problem-solving, and imagination. Activities rotate and include opportunities for art, construction, science, and early literacy—making each class a fresh adventure!

This is the perfect class for little ones who love to get messy, be curious, and explore the world around them!

Don’t miss our classes this month on Thursdays, May 8th and may 23rd at 10:30AM!

Pre-K Pioneers Homeschool Support Group

Join us Tuesdays at 12PM at the Family Resource Center.

Improving Credit and Managing Debt Class

Family Cafe-May 19th at 9-10AM

Join us for a welcoming gathering to share the joys and challenges of raising children, offer mutual support, exchange ideas for the FRC, and build community. The cafe will take place in the playroom, so bring your children and let them play!

Need Diapers?

We have diapers, pull-ups, formula, wipes and feminine pads. If you or anyone you know needs them, please contact us.

We are now offering Car Seat/Booster seat checkups**

Check out this month’s activities and classes.

Contact Jeannette for more information 520.800.2002