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Literacy in Early Learning Spaces | Write from the Start
Literacy in Early Learning Spaces is a Free Library project focused on literacy and language development in children from birth through 5 years old. We partner with childcare programs across Philadelphia and are funded through a…
Literacy in Early Learning Spaces | How does reading out loud help young children learn to talk?
Literacy in Early Learning Spaces is a Free Library project focused on literacy and language development in children from birth through 5 years old. We partner with childcare programs across Philadelphia and are funded through a…
Literacy in Early Learning Spaces | How do young children interact with books?
Literacy in Early Learning Spaces is a Free Library project focused on literacy and language development in children from birth through 5 years old. We partner with childcare programs across Philadelphia and are funded through a…
Fall Programming for Children and Families
The fall season is upon us, and along with turning leaves and back-to-school resources, the Free Library is here to help you and your family learn, grow, and play every day. For the Whole Family The Free Library’s Fall Learning…
Find Your Story with the Free Library’s Virtual Summer of Wonder!
Feeling at a loss for learning this summer? Looking for fun ways to expand your mind and keep your summer fresh and engaging—even indoors? The Free Library has a new virtual Summer of Wonder experience for you! What’s Your…
Celebrate the Free Library at This Year’s Family Fest!
Every year, the Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a Family Fest —a celebration just for children and their families in the historic Parkway Central Library . Open to the public, this very special fundraiser features activities…
4 Ways to Jump into Fall Learning with the Free Library!
We’ve been busy making friends and creating fun ways to learn together this Fall! Share stories, enjoy family time, and build memories with these 4 reading, writing, and technology events: We’re excited to announce our first…
Summer of Wonder: Explore! Discover! Read!
The weather is getting warmer, school is coming to a close soon, and the Summer of Wonder at the Free Library is almost here! Enjoy free activities and programming all summer long that support reading, learning, exploration, and fun.…
Ready4K and Vroom: Early Learning Tips for Young Children
Here at the Free Library, we often have parents ask us, "How can I help my child learn to read?" Of course, we know that sharing books with children helps to develop a love of reading, but beyond that, there are lots of things…
Announcing the Free Library’s All Ages Online Winter Reading Challenge!
Beginning December 15, 2017, the Free Library will host an all ages online Winter Reading Challenge. The program encourages participants to continue reading all winter long, and also provides ideas for other fun activities. How do I…
November 2016 Early Literacy Calendar
November is Native American Heritage Month , a great time to read books by and about Native Americans! This month’s book recommendations are by Native authors like Sherman Alexie , Cynthia Leitich Smith , and Joseph Bruchac , who…
StoryUP: Tell a Story, Act a Story, Write a Story
StoryUP is an interactive storytelling program for all kids, from preschoolers to teens. Children get to write their own stories, pick the settings and characters, and help act out some of the stories with the help of a…
February 2015 Early Literacy Calendar
Looks like our furry little friend in Western Pennsylvania prognosticated this morning we'll be getting 6 more weeks of winter. Chase away those winter blahs with this month's Early Literacy Calendar from the Free Library of…
January 2015 Early Literacy Calendar
Happy New Year! What better way to ring in 2015 then with this month's Early Literacy Calendar from the Free Library of Philadelphia's children's librarians?! Even NPR knows the importance of libraries and their role in…
Splish, Splash! Fun with Water!
It's summer time and that means time to get in the water! Some kids are very comfortable playing in the pool right from the start, while others need a little encouragement getting their little feet in the water and enjoying…
Let's Bake Some Cookies!
Baking cookies is a great activity to share with your little one. It involves so many aspects of learning disguised as complete fun! Literacy, mathematics, and fine motor skills are all exercised and enhanced as your child…
Go, Dog, Go!
Did you know? October is National-Adopt-A-Shelter-Dog Month , so if you’re thinking of adding a new furry member to your family, now is the perfect time to do it. Of course, bringing a dog home is a big commitment, and one…
September 2013 Early Literacy Calendar
It's the "Back to School Edition" of the Early Literacy Calendar from the Free Library of Philadelphia's children's librarians! We’ve been quite busy preparing for the new school year, too, so we…
Sundays on Stage Fall Performances!
Sundays on Stage - Fall 2013 Sundays on Stage is a series of cultural programs featuring live performances by a variety of artists and entertainers. These family programs celebrate diversity through music, dance, storytelling, and more.…
New Kids' Book about Reproduction
Is your child expecting a baby sister or baby brother at any minute? Are you wondering how to bring up the topic with a preschooler, or is your first or second grader wondering how babies are made? A new picture book by Cory Silverberg…