Why programming for babies? The
benefits of library programs for infants and toddlers are infinite.
Children enjoy coming to the library. Getting together as a group improves
their social skills. The exposure to books and language can increase
comprehension, attention span, and help with early language.
Research shows that reading simple stories and playing silly word games are more than play - they
provide necessary pre-reading skills. The stories, nursery rhymes, finger
plays, and songs shared at infant and toddler programs are perfect
examples. Parents and caregivers can repeat them again and again to the
child's delight.
Bonding between caregiver and child is another benefit of these programs.
Please join us at the library or explore the other Baltimore area programs
on this site. You and your child can have fun learning, laughing, and
growing together.
Library Programs |
Activities to Go
Library Programs
|
This summer, be sure to take a look at the
Preschool
Read-to-Me Club, a part of BCPL's annual Summer Reading Program that's
geared especially for youngsters! |
photographer: Ruth Schaefer |
|
Check the BCPL
Calendar of Events for a complete listing, by branch, of all
Baby Boosters and Story Timers programs. |
|
|
Check other library systems in
Maryland
for story times near you:
|
|
|
Activities to Go
|
Simple ways to
nurture the growth of your child and bond at the
same time! |
 |
Play simple hand games like pat-a-cake for language
development and body awareness. |
 |
Encourage your
child's love of books -- mix them in with other
toys. |
 |
Exercise his small muscles by playing with toys like
train puzzles, building blocks, etc. |
 |
Allow your toddler to choose books to bring home from
the library! |
 |
Foster teamwork and problem solving using toys like this
floor puzzle. |
 |
Simple objects such as this beach ball provide hours of
entertainment and numerous learning opportunities too!
SAY: "Ball"
SHOW: Rolling the ball, dropping the ball, throwing the
ball.
EXPLORE: Balls of different sizes and textures.
EXERCISE: Place him on top of the ball and roll him back
and forth. |
| Photographs:
R. Schaefer |