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Summer Reading Game Begins June 1
One Book, One Phoenix Community Wide Read
What if everyone read the same book this summer?
Join your community this summer in reading one (or all three) of the following books:
Adult
All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
Teen
The Call of the Wild by Jack London
Kids
These titles will be available for unlimited use from June 1 through August 31.
#onebookonephoenix
Welcome back to in-person programs!
Phoenix Public Library looks forward to welcoming attendees
at our in-person programs. The City of Phoenix follows CDC Guidelines for reducing COVID
risk. Everyone age 2 and
older visiting a city
facility, including libraries, is required to wear a mask regardless of
vaccination status. If you need a mask for you or your child, please ask at the
Desk. Attendance at in-person programs is reduced to accommodate physical
distancing. Thank you for understanding.
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Kindergarten Bootcamp Online
Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2021?
If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp Online brought to you by Phoenix Public Library! In Kindergarten Bootcamp you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. This interactive series has two parts:
- A weekly pre-class video with instructions for adults and activities for adults and children to do together.
- A live WebEx class on the following dates at 9:30 am: June 7, 14, 21, 28 and July 5, 12, and 19.
Registration
Only families with a child starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2021 may register. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 WebEx sessions. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will email you with additional required registration information.
Supplies
All families will need to pick up a Kindergarten Bootcamp supply box from a Phoenix Public Library location. You will receive information about supply pick-up after you register.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov.
#kindergartenbootcamponline
Music & Movement Online
You will receive a link to join the class about an hour before it begins. This Music & Movement meets on Monday June 28th at 9:30 am.
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups
What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #musicandmovement
Bilingual Family Storytime Online/Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe
This Bilingual Family Storytime will meet on Monday June 28th at 10:30 am. You will receive a link to join the class about an hour before it begins.
Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups. An adult must participate onscreen with their child at all times.
What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, online program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Este Tiempo de Cuentos Bilingüe se reunirá en el 28 de junio a las 10:30 am. Usted recibirá un correo electrónico una hora antes del programa con un link-enlace para unirse a la clase.
¿Para quién es? Niños, desde el nacimiento hasta la edad de cinco años acompañado de su adulto favorito.
¿Qué hará? Jugar, leer, cantar, y bailar con sus hijos en un programa en línea divertido y activo que ayuda al desarrollo de habilidades de la lectura.
¿Qué es lo que estará aprendiendo su hijo? A los niños que les encantan los libros y los cuentos se convierten en mejores lectores.
Las clases se reunirán en WebEx. WebEx es una plataforma de reuniones en línea cerrada y segura. Obtenga más información sobre el uso de WebEx haciendo clic aquí.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #familystorytime
La subvención de First Things First brinda apoyo a los programas de alfabetización temprana. First Things First acompaña a las familias y a las comunidades para darles a todos los niños de Arizona la oportunidad de llegar al kindergarten en buenas condiciones de salud y listos para el éxito. Para más información, ingrese a FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #familystorytime #bilingual
Kindergarten Bootcamp Online
Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2021?
If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp Online brought to you by Phoenix Public Library! In Kindergarten Bootcamp you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. This interactive series has two parts:
- A weekly pre-class video with instructions for adults and activities for adults and children to do together.
- A live WebEx class on the following dates at 11:00 am: June 7, 14, 21, 28 and July 5, 12, and 19.
Registration
Only families with a child starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2021 may register. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 WebEx sessions. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will email you with additional required registration information.
Supplies
All families will need to pick up a Kindergarten Bootcamp supply box from a Phoenix Public Library location. You will receive information about supply pick-up after you register.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov.
#kindergartenbootcamponline
Music & Movement Online
You will receive a link to join the class about an hour before it begins. This Music & Movement meets on Monday June 28th at 11:30 am.
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups
What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #musicandmovement
Little Bytes Online: June/July 2021
Kindergarten Bootcamp Online
Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2021?
If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp Online brought to you by Phoenix Public Library! In Kindergarten Bootcamp you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. This interactive series has two parts:
- A weekly pre-class video with instructions for adults and activities for adults and children to do together.
- A live WebEx class on the following dates at 9:00 am: June 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, and 20.
Registration
Only families with a child starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2021 may register. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 WebEx sessions. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will email you with additional required registration information.
Supplies
All families will need to pick up a Kindergarten Bootcamp supply box from a Phoenix Public Library location. You will receive information about supply pick-up after you register.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov.
#kindergartenbootcamponline
BabyTime Online
This BabyTime program will meet on Tuesday June 29th at 9:30 am. Registration is required.
Who’s it for? Grownups who want to bond with their favorite 0-2 year old in a fun, supportive environment.
What will you do? In this live, online program, an instructor will lead you in rhymes and songs that you will do face-to-face with your child. An adult must participate onscreen with their child at all times.
What will you learn? You will learn activities to engage with your child in meaningful ways. When babies have quality interactions with a loving adult, they gain confidence to learn and grow.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #babytime
Music & Movement Online
You will receive a link to join the class about an hour before it begins. This Music & Movement meets on Tuesday June 29th at 10:30 am.
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups
What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #musicandmovement
FRC- Sensory Exploration Activity
LENA Start Online
The LENA Start program is a 10-week workshop for parents/caregivers of babies between 0-33 months. You will use the LENA Talk Pedometer and LENA's Talking Tips to directly impact the growth in your baby’s brain.
To learn more, watch this video: What Families are Saying About LENA Start. Please note our classes will be meeting virtually. No childcare will be provided.
Classes
Each week you will:
- Learn about talk through a short video.
- Attend a live, online group session to talk about how to use the science and strategies presented.
- Use the LENA talk pedometer one day per week to count words your baby hears.
Registration
Classes are for adults only and will meet once a week for 10 weeks. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 10 weeks of the series. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will send you a link to complete the enrollment process.
Material Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Each week you will submit your LENA talk pedometer by either uploading it from your personal computer* OR returning it at one of the following library locations: Burton Barr Central Library, Agave, Cholla, Ironwood, Juniper or Palo Verde. You will receive a FREE book for your child each time you submit a talk pedometer.
*Your personal computer must meet certain technical requirements
This program is made possible by a grant from the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records, a division of the Secretary of State and in partnership with First Things First early literacy programming.
Family Storytime Online
This Family Storytime meets on Tuesday June 29th at 11:30 am.
Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups. An adult must participate onscreen with their child at all times.
What will you do? Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, online program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #familystorytime
Tools for School Online
This Tools for School program will meet on Tuesday June 29th at 4:00 pm. Registration is required.
Who’s it for? Children three to five years old and their favorite grownups. An adult must participate onscreen with their child at all times.
What will you do? In this live, online WebEx program, you and your child will get a head start on kindergarten! Share interactive books and activities that build kindergarten skills during the class and are easily practiced at home.
What will we learn? Learn kindergarten basics like letters, numbers, shapes, and colors. You and your child will also go beyond the basics to work on social and emotional skills that all children need for school.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe, online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #toolsforschool
Kindergarten Bootcamp Online
Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2021?
If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp Online brought to you by Phoenix Public Library! In Kindergarten Bootcamp you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. This interactive series has two parts:
- A weekly pre-class video with instructions for adults and activities for adults and children to do together.
- A live WebEx class on the following dates at 4:30 pm: June 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, and 20.
Registration
Only families with a child starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2021 may register. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 WebEx sessions. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will email you with additional required registration information.
Supplies
All families will need to pick up a Kindergarten Bootcamp supply box from a Phoenix Public Library location. You will receive information about supply pick-up after you register.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov.
#kindergartenbootcamponline
Music & Movement Online
This Music & Movement meets on Tuesday June 29th at 5:00pm.
Who’s it for? Wiggle worms, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups
What will you do? Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the storytime for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #musicandmovement
Kindergarten Bootcamp Online
Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2021?
If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp Online brought to you by Phoenix Public Library! In Kindergarten Bootcamp you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success. This interactive series has two parts:
- A weekly pre-class video with instructions for adults and activities for adults and children to do together.
- A live WebEx class on the following dates at 6:00 pm: June 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, and 20.
Registration
Only families with a child starting kindergarten in the Fall of 2021 may register. Registration is required and by registering you agree to attend all 7 WebEx sessions. Fill in the registration questions on this page and we will email you with additional required registration information.
Supplies
All families will need to pick up a Kindergarten Bootcamp supply box from a Phoenix Public Library location. You will receive information about supply pick-up after you register.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov.
#kindergartenbootcamponline
One Book, One Phoenix Online Book Discussion for Adults: All Creatures Great and Small
Adult: All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot
https://phoenix.overdrive.com/phoenix-phoenixpl/content/media/669518
Teen: The Call of the Wild by Jack London
https://phoenix.overdrive.com/media/784906
Kids: What Will Fat Cat Sit On? by Jan Thomas
https://phoenix.overdrive.com/phoenix-phoenixpl/content/media/2875552
These titles will be available for unlimited use from June 1 through August 31.
#onebookonephoenix#bookdiscussion
Pajama Family Storytime Online
This Pajama Family Storytime meets on Tuesday June 29th at 6:00 pm.
Who’s it for? Children, birth to age five, and their favorite grownups. An adult must participate onscreen with their child at all times.
What will you do? Put on your PJs and play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun, online program that builds reading skills.
What is your child learning? Children who love books and stories become better readers.
Classes will meet on WebEx. WebEx is a closed, safe online meeting platform. Learn more about using WebEx here.
Support for early literacy programs is provided by a grant from First Things First, which partners with families and communities to give all Arizona children the opportunity to arrive at kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed. Learn more at FirstThingsFirstAZ.gov. #pplstorytime #familystorytime
