March 2008

 

 

 

Reading to your Newborn

 

Very young babies love the sound of their mommy and daddy's voice.  Reading to your newborn allows your baby to hear your voice and develop language.  Here are some tips to get you started: 

  • Hold or snuggle your baby while you read so she will associate positive feelings with reading.
  • Use high contrast books.  Baby's vision is still developing.
  • Sing the story to soothe your baby.
  • Establish a set time to read aloud. Make it part of the bedtime routine.
  • Use vinyl or cloth books during bathtime.
  • Allow your child to play with sturdy board books.

Reading aloud to your child every day is a great habit. It is never too early to start. 

Check out these board books by Tana Hoban:

Tech Savvy

For Everyone:

Leading to Reading- A great interactive site designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.  The site offers lullabies, stories, and nursery rhymes for babies.  Toddlers can explore sections titled "Read", "Games", and "Doodle".  The grown-up section offers suggested books, activities, articles and advice. 

 

For Parents:

Entertainment Software Rating Board-With so many different gaming platforms and video games on the market the task of knowing what is appropriate for your child seems overwhelming.  This website allows you to search games by platform and rating so you can make the right choice for your child. 

 

The Amazing World of Bees


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Dr. Dyanne Tracy from Oakland University and owner of Beaver Island Apiaries will explore the wonders of beekeeping and honey production. See a bee suit, a miniature dormant hive and taste some wild honey. No registration is required for this program for the whole family.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

at 2:00 pm
In the Main Library Meeting Room

Help Create a Community Mural!

 

The Friends of the Library invite you and your family to create a painting or drawing to be a part of our mural celebrating West Bloomfield's 175th birthday.  Stop by the library and create your artwork with supplies furnished by the Friends of the Library. 

 

Children, teens and adults:

Come to the Main Library each weekend in March to create your painting or drawing.


10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturdays (March 15, 22 & 29)
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm on Sundays   (March 16 & 30) 

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This is a perfect family activity!

 

 

 

Language of the Heart Logo     Mark your calendars! 

Russian Storytime
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Rebecca Israilov, Guest Storyteller 

 

 

West Bloomfield Township Public Library Website Links: 

Grow Up Reading     Books To Read     Program Schedule 

 

 

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