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About this event
Watching your child grow and reach new stages is one of the most rewarding parts of parenting. From their first smile to their first steps, every new skill is exciting. At the same time, it’s natural for parents to wonder: Is my child developing “on time?” Understanding early childhood developmental milestones can give parents valuable insight into their child’s progress and help identify potential delays early on. In this presentation, you’ll hear from a group of experts including an occupational therapist, a speech-language pathologist and a child therapist, about key physical, communication, and social-emotional developmental milestones for children from birth to five. You’ll also learn how to monitor your child’s development and discover ways to support their healthy growth and overall well-being. Plus, a representative from Sparkler, a free service for Connecticut families developed by the CT Office of Early Childhood, will be available to demonstrate how parents can check in on their child’s progress across key milestones and find fun activities to spark early learning. This program is offered by the Early Childhood Community Organization (ECCO) of Lower Fairfield County, with special support by ECCO partners: the New Canaan Library and the New Canaan Community Foundation. For more information about this event or ECCO’s work, contact ECCO Parent Ambassador Lindsay Kent at lowerfairfieldearlychildhood4@cestrumbull.org.
Join Miss Dajana for a 8-week Twos Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felt-board stories, and special books and activities! This class is for those who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. This series will be strictly capped at 15 families. Please do your best to attend the complete 8-week session. An alternate Twos Storytime will be offered on Thursday and Friday. Please do not register for this class if you are registered for the Thursday or Friday's class. All participants must be 2 years old by the first class in the series.
Ages 2–38-week course
storytimeFREE
Time for 2's
New Canaan Library · New Canaan
Join Miss Dajana for a 8-week Twos Storytime series with songs, rhymes, felt-board stories, and special books and activities! This class is for those who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. This series will be strictly capped at 15 families. Please do your best to attend the complete 8-week session. An alternate Twos Storytime will be offered on Thursday and Friday. Please do not register for this class if you are registered for the Thursday or Friday's class. All participants must be 2 years old by the first class in the series.
Ages 2–38-week course
storytimeFREE
Read with Brody the Dog for Grades K-5
New Canaan Library · New Canaan
Join Brody (the dog) and Brody's caretaker Ann (the human) as kids get a chance to read with them one-on-one for 15 minutes. Kids in grades K-5 are welcome to bring a book or choose one from the Library. Parents are asked to wait in the Children's Room while their child enjoys reading together with Brody. Register one child per slot; please only register for one slot, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, or 4:45 PM. Slots full? Email Miss Rebecca (rfox@newcanaanlibrary.org) to join the waitlist. Reading to a therapy dog is a proven and effective way to help children improve literacy and communication skills. Reading aloud to a specially trained, calm, and nonjudgmental dog creates a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere where children feel comfortable and uninhibited, leading to increased confidence and reduced stress. These positive effects support stronger reading development and communication abilities. Therapy Dog Brigade’s specially trained and certified therapy dogs, volunteering alongside their owner-handlers, visit schools, libraries, and other community settings to provide a safe and supportive space for young readers, inspiring them to enjoy reading and grow into lifelong learners.
Ages 5–11Course
storytimeFREE
Book Babies ~Walkers (12-23 mos.)
New Canaan Library · New Canaan
Join Miss Rebecca for the Book Babies (Walkers) Storytime series with songs, rhymes, bounces, and a special book! This class is for those who are 12-23 months old with a caregiver. Depending on your baby’s nap time, please also see the 10:45 a.m. Wednesday storytime. REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL DATE. Please pick the days you are available and sign up for those dates. Please do not register for this class if you are registered for the 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Book Babies Pre-Walkers classes. This storytime takes place in the Community Room and is a large class.
storytimeFREE
