Welcome to Early Literacy! The interactions that young children have with such literacy materials as books, paper, and crayons, and with the adults in their lives are the building blocks for language, reading and writing development. Help your child grow up to be a successful reader and learner from birth. Children learn about reading and writing long before they can actually read or write. There are five simple practices that parents and caregivers can use to help children get ready to read:
It’s never too early to help your child prepare for success in Kindergarten!
Kinderspark 2021 videos featuring fun ideas to enhance your child’s early literacy can be viewed on PPLDTV YouTube, on the Kinderspark webpage, and right here on the Early Literacy LibGuide. These videos highlight activities parents and caregivers can do with their babies, toddlers, and preschoolers as they read, sing, talk, play, and write with them. Five videos are available in Spanish. For additional activity ideas, download the Kinderspark activity booklet!
Check out Kindergarten Information Hub for kindergarten registration information. Alliance for Kids has created a hub to for kindergarten registration information from school districts in El Paso County.
Missing Storytime at your favorite Library? Our Family and Children's Services staff are creating Storytime@Home materials for you and your family to enjoy. Every themed Storytime includes top literary picks with easy links to our online Catalog, music, crafting, and literacy tips. Click the photos or the link for more information about each activity.
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