Early Literacy Center (ELC) – Birth to 5 Years
The Public Library Association emphasizes the 5 early literacy practices (Talk, Sing, Read, Write and Play) as keys to developing language and reading skills. The ELC and My Library Place incorporate these activities in an interactive and fun environment. Have fun and learn at the same time!
Ready4K Texting Service
Parents across Wyoming, can now sign up for a new, free texting service that delivers fun facts and easy tips to their phones. Called Ready4K, the texting service shows parents how to boost children’s learning and get them ready for kindergarten.
Read more about the Ready4K Wyoming Early Literacy texting program here.
Educator Resources
Looking to bring a little something extra to the children within your care? Whether it’s for a daycare, a Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts of America group, homeschooling, or additional classroom fundamentals, we’d love to help you help others!
Read more about our Educator Resources here.
Homeschool Resources
The Laramie County Library has a large number of materials on the topic of homeschooling, from selecting a curriculum to teaching cursive handwriting. We even have special topic bags that you can check out – complete with finger puppets, craft project ideas, books related to the topic, and much more. You don’t have to go it alone – we’re here to help!
Read more about our Homeschool Resources here.
Teens & Tweens
There’s a place for the big kids on the 2nd floor. Tweens & Teens have their own locations, with various seating, technologies and materials. We also have age-appropriate programming for grades 3 – 12.
Read more about the Tween & Teen offerings.
Touch Tone Tales
Wild and wacky original stories from Charlie Williams, “The Noiseguy!” Call 307-638-2552 any time of day or night to hear a funny story. Stories changes weekly and are especially enjoyable for children ages 4 and older.
Pre-K Crafternoon
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesCome get crafty with us! We will be reading a story and doing a craft together based on our Tales Together theme. This event is meant for preschoolers and their grown-ups. (Pre-K and Caregivers; Early Literacy Center)
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Ready Readers
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesAn early literacy class for older preschool children to practice participating independently without their caregivers. We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and interacting with others in a group setting! (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
Wiggle and Giggle Time: Toddler Time
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesTurn on your giggle box and get your wiggles out at this brand new Early Literacy Class complete with lots of music, movement, interactive play, and stories just for toddlers! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–3 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Book Babies
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for a short early literacy class designed just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy books, songs, lap bounces, and rhymes! Afterwards, babies can play with our educational toys while caregivers visit. (Ages Birth–24 Months)
Family Bingo
Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesWe’ve got the daubers! We’ve got the cards! We’ve got the cage and balls! All we need is YOU! Come join other families as we share in the timeless fun of BINGO. We will also have prizes and a really fun time! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Book Babies
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for a short early literacy class designed just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy books, songs, lap bounces, and rhymes! Afterwards, babies can play with our educational toys while caregivers visit. (Ages Birth–24 Months)
Storytime at the Wyoming State Museum’s Family Day (RSVP Required)
Wyoming State Museum 2301 Central Ave, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesWe’re taking storytime to the museum! Head over to the Wyoming State Museum for their Family Day to participate in one of our early literacy storytimes and other fun activities. Visit the Wyoming State Museum’s website at https://wyomuseum.wyo.gov/ to register for the event. This month’s Family Day theme is Space. Our early literacy storytimes will be at 10:30 & 11:30am. ...
Bird Counts and Birds Count!
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin a volunteer from the Cheyenne High Plains Audubon Society to explore how and why we count birds. Discover how to find and identify birds then test your skills at spotting feathered friends (or their look-alikes) and learn about the upcoming Christmas Bird Count and the library's birding backpack program. (Grades 2–6; Early Literacy Center)
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
K-2 STEAM
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesChildren in grades K-2 can join us each month as we explore a variety of STEAM topics (Science Technology Engineering Arts Math) with crafts, games, experiments, and more. This month, join us for a fun Holiday-themed STEM Challenge! And maybe a craft or two. (Children Grades K-2; Early Literacy Center)
Ready Readers
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesAn early literacy class for older preschool children to practice participating independently without their caregivers. We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and interacting with others in a group setting! (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
Yoga Together
Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesCome and join Jasmine Wilcox from GROW Movement and Mindfulness for a special literacy class filled with songs, stories, stretching, and play. This month's theme is Snow is Falling!
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for an interactive Early Literacy Class for the whole family, complete with books, songs, rhymes, movement and more! Stay and play after class with our Early Literacy toys and socialize with other children and caregivers. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Book Babies
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for a short early literacy class designed just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy books, songs, lap bounces, and rhymes! Afterwards, babies can play with our educational toys while caregivers visit. (Ages Birth–24 Months)
Family Crafting
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesDo you like crafts? Come join us and make a fun craft that you can keep for yourself or gift to others! (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
Book Babies
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesJoin us for a short early literacy class designed just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy books, songs, lap bounces, and rhymes! Afterwards, babies can play with our educational toys while caregivers visit. (Ages Birth–24 Months)
Zumbini with Laura
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesDance…sing…play…and bring the family together as we unleash all of the magic that music has to offer. In this class designed for babies to age 5, a child’s creativity and self-expression can blossom all while enhancing early childhood development. (Ages 0-5; Early Literacy Center)
Pre-K Crafternoon
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WY, United StatesCome get crafty with us! We will be reading a story and doing a craft together based on our Tales Together theme. This event is meant for preschoolers and their grown-ups. (Pre-K and Caregivers; Early Literacy Center)