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Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers can participate in Summer Break

Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers can participate in Summer Break

July 8, 2020

Did you know that babies, toddlers and preschoolers can join in on Summer Break too? Reading time includes time spent being read to and time spent reading to someone else. This means that parents can log reading time for everyone whether they read to or with their child!  

This summer discover the learning moments all around us. The Library is here to help you get your child ready to read with simple activities every day.  

When you register your child ages 0-3 years for Summer Break, you will find age-appropriate activities to complete to earn virtual badges, in addition to reading. We also have a colorful pamphlet with ideas for learning activities and lots of great literacy tips. Some of our activity ideas include:  

Read: 

  • Participate in virtual storytime with your child. 

  • Talk about the beginning, middle and end of the story while reading a book. 

Explore: 

  • Visit a Storywalk at a local park  

  • Move like the animals in the book you are reading. 

Create: 

  • Make up a silly song and sing it 

  • Create art using your handprint or footprint 

Play: 

  • Turn everyday moments into brain building activities by explaining what you're doing and encouraging your toddler. 

  • Play I Spy using the world around you. 

Give: 

  • Talk about flowers with your child and give one to someone special. 

  • Video chat a friend or family member online to cheer them up. 

Write: 

  • Use your fingers to practice writing your name in shaving cream. 

  • Name all the words you can think of that begin with the first letter of your name. 

 

Learn About the Benefits of Active Reading 

Active Reading is a great way to engage with your child while you read together. The ABCs of Active Reading are:  

  • A: Ask Questions. Open ended questions get kids talking. “What do you think will happen next in the story?” 

  • B: Build Vocabulary. Demonstrating new words builds vocabulary. Don’t just read the word “whisper” – actually whisper.  

  • C: Connect to Child’s World. Relating the story to what kids know helps them learn more about the world.  

The Summer Break program is wonderful for all ages! We have activities, book suggestions and programs for babies, children, teens and adults. 

Comments? Questions? 

Are you having problems with the Summer Break website or your account? Do you have questions about the program? Feel free to call your local library for assistance or email [email protected]

The 2020 Summer Break program is brought to you by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library with additional support from Wendy’s and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation.