Early Literacy Programming

Library Babies (Saturdays at 11:15 a.m.): Library Babies is an early literacy program for infants (ages 6 mos.-24 mos.) and their caregivers. Attendees participate in a fifteen minute formal program that includes songs, rhymes, finger plays, bounces, and book sharing followed by a play time and parents sharing. Connections made with other families during library babies often turn into lasting friendships for both children and adults. There is a participation limit of fifteen families, so registration is recommended. Call the library at 265-7230.

Toddler Story Time (Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., Saturdays at 10:15 a.m.): Toddler Story Time, for children ages 2-young 3's, is a story program designed for the active nature of the two-year-old. Be prepared to help your child follow the stories, do the fingerplays, and sing the songs. Like Library Babies, the program is followed by playtime and some chat time for adults.

Early Literacy Story Time (Fridays at 10:30 a.m.): This is a time for preschoolers (ages 3 1/2-5) to have fun with books and have a first 'school' experience. Geared for children preparing for kindergarten, Early Literacy Story Time is based on the American Library Association's early initiative, Every Child Ready to Read. Expect a themed program with picture books, songs and art activities. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children, but may sit on the sidelines while the children sit together in a group.

Outreach

Youth services at the Potsdam Public Library extend outside the library to include partners such as Head Start and the Potsdam Central School District. The library partners with the Potsdam Kiwanis club and Seacomm Federal Credit Union to deliver new books monthly to three local Head Start classrooms.

Michael Weil, Potsdam Village Administrator and Kiwanian receives thanks from Head Start for the Kiwanis Head Start book program. Thanks also to partner Seacomm Rederal Credit Union!