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The Library's Early Literacy Program

The Library's Early Literacy Program

EARLY LITERACY BLOG

Take Your Reading Outdoors!

As the days get longer and the weather gets warmer, do you find yourself looking for excuses to get outside? The Library has several fun ways to enjoy reading outdoors.

 

Enjoy a StoryWalk®! 

May 2-15 at Moore Park, 911 N. Boston Lane in Republic: Little Red Fort by Brenda Maier 

 

Attend an outdoor program!

Stories in the Park

Families with children aged six and under can join your favorite children's librarians at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesdays through May 30, 2023, for outdoor storytime featuring stories, songs and activities at J.R. Martin Park, 300 E. Hines Street in Republic. Meet at The Amp, we'll move to the pavilion if it rains. This program is provided in partnership with the Republic Parks & Recreation Department.

 

Go on a Book-nic!

Choose a few of your favorite stories, a blanket and some snacks. Then, head out to your favorite cozy outdoor spot. Here are a few more supplies and books to extend your fun:

The Hike by Alison Farrell

 

 

 

 

 

Cool Outdoor Arts & Crafts: Great Things to Do in the Great Outdoors by Alex Kuskowski

 

 

 

 

 

Look What I Found in the Woods by Moira Butterfield

 

 

 

 

 

A Way with Wild Things by Larissa Theule

 

 

 

 

Run Wild by David Covell

 

 

 

 

 

Maisy Goes on a Nature Walk by Lucy Cousins

 

 

 

 

Explore the Outdoors STEM Kit

 

 

 

 

 

Check out an Adventure Backpack!

 

Questions or need more ideas? Email racingtoread@thelibrary.org