Children’s Week Florida™ was excited to host the inaugural Storybook Garden – a new addition to Storybook Village! This new calming space was designed to offer a quiet retreat and place to land for children with unique abilities and others who want to get away from the large crowds during...
Thoughtful Thursday allowed participants from all areas to join the Children’s Week Florida™ Team, our network of Partners, and other advocates to discuss important areas and issues affecting young children, teens, and families across the state. If you were not able to join us for this year’s sessions brought to...
With the help of young children, teens, teachers, families, advocates and legislators across the state, we were able to create a magnificent display of more than 37,000 pieces of custom hand artwork in the 2025 Celebration of the Hands display. This beautiful work of art served as a daily reminder...
Children’s Week Florida™ hosted nearly 700 dinner guests for a memorable 2025 Advocacy Dinner & Awards Ceremony which featured a cocktail hour with a meet-and-greet, youth entertainment from the Deerlake Middle School Orchestra, inspiring words from Keynote Speaker, BJ Daniels and Kid Keynote, Natalie Nelson, and valuable networking opportunities. At...
This fun-filled day was packed with hands-on and engaging activities, including opportunities to meet and connect with Children’s Week Florida™ Partners, stories brought to life in Storybook Village, with a unique ability-friendly area for students needing a quieter space in Storybook Garden, a statewide press conference with advocates and state...
In Storybook Village, books were brought to life through interactive booths, engaging activities, and captivating story time! All students and young children who visited the Village, walked with free books and goodies to continue the magic at home. This year’s literacy space also included Storybook Garden – a quiet, inviting,...
During this special teen-focused event, middle and high school students had the unique opportunity to delve into Florida’s legislative history, explore the legislative process, tour both the historic and current state capitol buildings, and engage directly with lawmakers and lobbyists to discuss issues that affect them and their peers. Special...
