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Pop-Up Lend & Learn Libraries at Parks

Lend & Learn is coming to a park near you this fall!  Due to the recent surge in Covid community transmission, we have decided to postpone reopening our indoor Lend & Learn play spaces, and instead, take Lend & Learn outside to neighborhoods all over town. Families with children ages 0-5 are invited to attend …

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Summer Fun at First Chance for Children

Summer = fun in the sun, water play, active games, outdoor adventures, and family time!  We’ve created a “Summer Games” activity kit that will give you so many opportunities for new playful learning experiences with your little ones: Sun safety tips and activities Water safety tips and activities Host a family olympics & games that …

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How to Help a Child Learn Their Name

Learning My N-A-M-E! Here are 7 fun, interactive ways for young children to learn their names! When a child learns about their name, they are able to gain a sense of pride in who they are and connect to their family heritage. Additionally, these 7 name activities can help strengthen the caregiver-child bond through sharing …

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4 Recycled Craft Activities for Babies and Toddlers

Turn thrown out materials into play items and recycled crafts for your little ones! Using recycled materials to make crafts with young children is inexpensive, fun, good for building new developmental skills, and great for the environment!  Here are 4 recycled craft activities that turn baby wipe lids, paper rolls, plastic containers, and egg cartons …

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