Play, Read and Sing
Help Your Child Get Ready To ReadBabies
Special Stories
There are few things more special to families than the day their baby is born. This important story isn't just for adults; it should be told to the baby too! Snuggle your baby and tell her about the day she was born, the day she came home, the day her family found out she was coming or any ... MoreToddlers
Scribble Fun
Your toddler may not be making any letters yet, but there is a good chance he is practicing writing. Toddler writing can range from making a single mark on a page to filling up the entire page with scribbles or even scribbling out horizontal lines that begin to resemble writing. These simple ... MorePreschoolers
Sounds All Around
When we step outside we hear so many sounds. When we focus our attention on listening instead of looking, we hear even more. Take your child outside and listen to everything you hear. You might want to make lists of sounds or play a guessing game. Look for opportunities to listen in other ... MoreAbout Racing to Read
Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they learn how to read and write. Reading, talking, singing and playing with children from birth make learning to read easier!
Bring your child to a library branch near you to discover all the Library has to offer, including storytimes, play-and-learn centers, creative, knowledgeable staff and, of course, books. For more information, email racingtoread@thelibrary.org.
Play equals learning!
5 Roads to Reading
Have fun reading books you and your child enjoy.- Play with sounds, songs and rhymes.
- Create stories, play make-believe and let your child be the storyteller.
Explore lots of words with your child. - Find print everywhere. Play with words and letters.