Birth to Five
Useful information, tips and resources to grow young readers.
Math Throughout Your Day
School is out, but you can still include math throughout your child's day without worksheets or going online! Here are some fun ways to [...]
Talking About Race with Kids and Teens
As many communities demand systemic change and social justice, our children are likely paying attention. They may be asking questions about the racial protests, news [...]
Let’s Talk About Math!
You may not realize it, but young children are already using early math skills throughout their daily routines and activities. Through these everyday interactions, children [...]
Connecting Children with Nature
“Before we ever put a pencil in a child’s hands, those hands should dig, climb, press, pull, squish, twist and pinch in a wide [...]
Let’s Go On A Bug Hunt!
There are so many benefits to getting children outside and exploring nature in their own backyard! Children who spend time outside are more engaged in [...]
Fun with a Box: Activities for Kids
If your family is anything like mine during quarantine, then you’ve been purchasing mostly online. The boxes are piling up. Why not use the extra [...]
Emotional Rollercoaster? Resources for Families
In our current reality of pandemic parenting, a variety of feelings surface. We are sad, anxious, angry, worried, lonely- and relieved if we're fortunate to [...]
Shape Activities for Kids
Identifying shapes is an important part of learning to read and write! Here are two simple and fun shape activities you can do at [...]
Your Child is a Music-Maker!
Many people think being musical is a question of talent—you either have it or you don’t. While that may sound reasonable, it’s completely untrue! All [...]
How to Find Kids’ Books!
Did you know we love helping you and your family find good books? Our youth librarians have great recommendations for all ages, from babies [...]