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Growing a Reader
The Children’s Room’s Storytimes and Play Area have their foundation in the Five Practices of Early Literacy: READ, WRITE, TALK, SING, PLAY. Parents are their children’s first and most important teachers. The Five Practices are things you do together with your children every day to set them on the path for future success.
Early Literacy News & Notes
New Sensory-Friendly Storytime!
SENSEational Storytime Begins in January
Mariah Smitala, HPL’s Youth Services Librarian, began the process of adding a sensory-friendly storytime to the Hedberg Public Library calendar in 2019.
Our New Mural Has Blossomed!
Our mural is done! In just five days, Madison, WI-based artist Emily Balsley transformed a wall in the Cathy Norris Picture Book Garden of The Children’s Room at Hedberg Public Library from ordinary to extraordinary.
Award Winning Children's Books
The American Library Association announced the 2024 Youth Media Awards this week. Here are a few highlights:
The Basics Insights App
Basics Insights is a free text messaging program for parents and caregivers of young children that sends science-based tips to boost your child’s development. Get two text messages a week until your child turns three!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a family reading project for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Reading to your child helps develop important pre-reading skills to prepare for school. It’s never too early to start reading to your child. Sign up for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten to
- earn special gifts as you read.
- participate in fun activities.
- receive lots of great reading tips and book suggestions.
Stop in to get started!
Growing a Reader Facebook Group
Connect with other local parents and caregivers on Facebook!
Get tips, reminders, and book recommendations from library staff - and each other.