Posts in “pre-k,early-literacy,childrens-books,childrens-programs” (696)
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I’ve always been a library lover. Free books! Being surrounded by towering shelves of words and characters and adventures! And if ever I learned that Philly friends had not visited a Free… continue reading Something for Every(little)one at the Free Library
By written by Julie B. April 13, 2017
Katherine Milhous (1894-1977) wore many hats in her time: a supervisor for the Federal Art Project ; an artist for the Pennsylvania Art Project (a subsidiary of the Federal Art Project, which… continue reading The Art of Katherine Milhous
By written by Chris B. April 7, 2017
Happy April, everyone, whether you are an April Fool or not! April brings some fun holidays and celebrations, like Easter on April 16, Earth Day on April 22 – hey, you can never be too young… continue reading April 2017 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Sarah S. April 5, 2017
We are thrilled that Stories Alive , a partnership between the Free Library Prison Services program and the Philadelphia Department of Prisons, has been successfully up and running for more… continue reading Free Library Prison Services Success
By written by Micaela G. March 27, 2017
by Indre Page The Free Library of Philadelphia recently received wooden block sets for preschool programming from the State Library of Pennsylvania. To prepare for this new programming,… continue reading PLAY, LEARN, IMAGINE: Wooden Block Parties at the Free Library Build Early Literacy
By written by Administrator March 23, 2017
Words at Play Vocabulary Initiative community partners are making big news! Jasmond "Jazz" Schoolfield, owner of Creative Image Unisex Salon on Cecil B. Moore Ave., is featured on the… continue reading Words at Play Gets National Recognition!
By written by Carrie K. March 22, 2017 2
The Free Library of Philadelphia is excited to expand our Sunday Literacy program, now at eleven of our neighborhood libraries ! This program offers drop-in assistance to students struggling to… continue reading Free Library Expands Sunday Literacy Program at Select Neighborhood Libraries
By written by Jenn D. March 16, 2017
City living can be noisy. And sometimes, neighbors can keep you up at night. For our next Picture Book Highlights – a series of posts where we put the spotlight on a brand-new picture book… continue reading Picture Books Highlights | Noisy Night
By written by Monica C. March 13, 2017
by Jamie Bowers , Culinary Literacy Center and Julie Berger , Free Library Foundation Purim Is Coming! The Jewish holiday of Purim , celebrating the triumph of the Jewish people over an evil… continue reading A Neat Sweet for a Holiday Treat—Getting Ready for Purim!
By written by Jamie B. March 7, 2017 3
We’ve got a lot to celebrate throughout the month of March: Dr. Seuss ' birthday and National Read Across America Day are March 2. Check out our events calendar for a Dr. Seuss event… continue reading March 2017 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Sarah S. March 1, 2017
Philadelphia is home to the nation’s first Mint facility , and it is here that the largest number of U.S. pennies is manufactured. Pretty cool, right? Which links nicely with our next… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | One Proud Penny
By written by Monica C. February 17, 2017 2
The Free Library is happy to host Philadelphia Performances for Autism (PPA) on Saturday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. in Parkway Central Library's Children's Department . Philadelphia… continue reading Philadelphia Performances for Autism (PPA)
By written by Leanne F. February 15, 2017
February may be short on days but it is long on holidays and events to celebrate throughout Philadelphia , including Chinese New Year , Presidents' Day , Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday), and the most… continue reading February 2017 Early Literacy Calendar
By written by Sarah S. February 6, 2017
What does it mean to be beautiful? Our next pick for Picture Book Highlights —a series of posts where we put the spotlight on a brand-new picture book that has been ordered for all our… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Beautiful
By written by Monica C. January 10, 2017
Drop by any library and look at some picture book covers. Every color, shape, age, and gender smile back at you, but are they really representing diversity? What and who define diversity? How has… continue reading Diversity in Picture Books
By written by Patti M. January 6, 2017 1
Incarcerated mothers and fathers face many challenges to maintain bonds with their children in the face of difficult circumstances. Limited time in prison visiting rooms is not always enough.… continue reading One Year of Stories Alive: Looking Back and Planning Ahead
By written by Micaela G. December 28, 2016 2
Wow, 2016 just flew by! We are now at the cusp of a brand new year, and what better way to celebrate than by reading a picture book? Our selection for this month's Picture Book… continue reading Picture Book Highlights | Hap-pea All Year
By written by Monica C. December 22, 2016
The library is a great resource for families trying to provide educational opportunities for their children during the long winter break! If you are able to get out to your neighborhood library,… continue reading Fun Winter Break Activities
By written by Elizabeth K. December 19, 2016
The City of Philadelphia has announced that it is expanding free, quality pre-K for 6,500 three- and four-year-olds over the next five years, with the first 2,000 seats available now! Families… continue reading Quality Pre-K Is Expanding In Philadelphia!
By written by Kate C. December 9, 2016 2
Many of us have great, nostalgic memories of enjoying The Nutcracker as a child. Why not revisit the timeless classic this year? This holiday classic ballet based on E.T.A.… continue reading Family Holiday Traditions: The Nutcracker!
By written by Sarah S. December 2, 2016