Story Sharing with Children
STORYTIME IS FOR EVERYONE!
WHAT IS EARLY LITERACY? (AGES 0-5)
Early literacy encompasses what children need to experience before they learn how to read and write. This begins in the first three years of a child's life and is related to the interaction children have with books, everyday language through talking, singing, writing and playing. Help your child get ready to read with simple activities every day including:
- Talking with children is one of the best ways to help them learn new words and information.
- Singing is a natural way for children to learn about language and the parts of words.
- Reading together is the most important way to help children get ready to read.
- Writing and reading go together. Scribbling and writing help children learn that written words stand for spoken language.
- Playing helps children put thoughts into words and think symbolically so they understand that spoken and written words can stand for real objects and experiences.
Learn more about the Every Child Ready to Read parent education initiative here or visit your library branch to experience a storytime based on these five practices.
FIND THE RIGHT STORYTIME FOR YOU!
Offered at Clarke:
For all Ages
Storytime for all
Come to the Clarke County Library Children's Room for stories and fun! Miss Bonnie will share a new adventure with early readers and their families each week. All are welcome! Meets Twice Weekly
Offered at Handley:
For Babies
Baby Time
Enjoy an early literacy program for infants focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, bounces, and more. Then, stay and play while meeting new community members. Ages 0-16 months. Meets Weekly
For Preschoolers
Preschool time
Enjoy an early literacy program focused on school-readiness skills perfect for preschoolers who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Then, stay for an interactive craft. Ages 3-6. Meets Weekly
For Toddlers
Toddler Time
Enjoy an early literacy program for active toddlers focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and more. Program is intended for Ages 16 months-3 years and their caregivers. Meets Weekly
Sounds and Stories
Enjoy an early literacy music and movement program for active toddlers. Focused on developmental skills consisting of stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and more. Ages 16 months-3 years. Meets Weekly
For all ages
Family Time
Enjoy an early literacy program for the entire family who will learn through stories, rhymes, songs and more. Program is intended for Ages 0-6 and their caregivers. Meets Monthly
Offered at Bowman:
For Babies
Trit Trot to Bowman
Trit Trot to Bowman is an early literacy program for infants, 0-18 months, and their families and caregivers. Introduce your baby to the joys of books, language, movement, and music! Learn fun baby games, nursery rhymes, and more! Come bounce, clap, and tap rhymes and enjoy stories and songs as we explore the very first steps of language development and physical growth. Meets Weekly
For Toddlers
Play and Explore-Toddler Storytime
This toddler Storytime event is for ages 18 months to three years designed for children who love to move. Come to hear short stories, listen to music, dance around, and hang out with other toddlers. Meets Weekly
For all ages
Storytime and Puppets
Enjoy a program perfect for preschoolers to learn through stories, rhymes, movement, and song. (Best for ages 3 & up) Books are shared and the puppets perform fun songs as we sing, play and dance along.
Offered at Offsite Locations:
Tiny Tales
Join us for a special thematic early literacy storytime out in your community at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley's Garden House. Program is intended for Ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
Storytime at the Airport
Join Mrs. Donna at the Winchester Regional Airport terminal! Hear a story, dance with friends, and then go outside to see the PLANES! Watch them take off and land and even see the planes up close. We always have the best time! Meets Monthly
Check the library calendar for dates and times!