Summer Story Times @ the Library

The Racine Public Library, 75 Seventh St., will hold its summer season of storytimes from June 17-July 23 for children ages birth to 10. These free drop-in programs feature 20-30 minutes of entertaining stories and activities designed to develop early literacy skills in pre-readers and further encourage skills and a love of reading in older children. Parents are encouraged to select the storytime that best fits their child's developmental needs. The following programs are available:

• Mother Goose Storytime –Tues. & Wed. at 10 a.m.
• Recommended for children ages birth to 3 who are more comfortable with a parent or guardian present. Stories and activities are shorter in length and focus on skills such as print motivation, print awareness, and letter knowledge. Adult involvement is encouraged. This is a free program; no registration necessary.

• Preschool Storytime –Tues. & Wed. at 10 a.m. Best suited for children ages 3-5 who are able to sit independently.
• Stories and activities are longer in length and encompass narrative skills, phonological awareness and vocabulary among other skills. This is a free program; no registration is necessary.
  

• Big Sib Storytime – Wed. at 10 a.m. only (Registration required)
• This program for older kids ages 6-10 will explore different genres of books through interactive storytelling and activities. This is will be a hands-on group featuring reader's theater, science experiments, and other great explorations. Registration is required for this free program; call 262.636.9245 to reserve a spot.
  

Questions about library programs may be directed to the Youth Services Dept. at 262.636.9245.