Where do Librarians find all those wonderful fingerplays, bounces and tickles children enjoy so much in story and toddler programs? Much as we’d like to take credit for being endlessly creative, we find them in books, DVDs and CDs available to you right here in the Library!
Marc Brown is the author of many fingerplay books [...]
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Are you looking for some place to bring your baby, toddler or preschooler for fun, music, and stories? Come to your public library! Many different branches of the Alameda County Library offer free programs for parents and children, and you can find them listed on our website, under Events.
For our very youngest Library visitors, Baby [...]
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Books for babies should have simple, repetitive text and clear images. Your newborn just likes to hear your voice, so you can read almost anything, especially books with a sing-song or rhyming text. As your baby gets more interested in looking at things, choose books with simple pictures against solid backgrounds.
Once your baby begins to [...]
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Why Read to Your Baby?
Reading to your baby creates a special bonding time for you and your child. It helps your baby learn new words. It helps your baby become a good listener. It prepares your baby for learning to read and for future success in school. It introduces your baby to many experiences [...]
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