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.
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin us for an interactive early literacy class for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Homeschool Hangout
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin us for fun and interesting activities during your trip to the library. At each hangout we will offer crafts, STEM, or improv activities. You never know what you will get, so come and see what’s happening! (Grades 3–12; Sage Room)
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin us for an interactive early literacy class for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Ready Readers
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYDo you have a preschooler that will be going to kindergarten? Come join us! We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and more to help get your child ready to jump into school! This event is meant for preschoolers who will be going into kindergarten in the fall of 2023. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
Pokémon Jr.
2nd floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYGrab your cards, grab your friends, and join us for Pokémon Jr.! We will be playing the fun and exciting Pokémon Trading Card Game or PTCG! (Grades K–8; 2nd Floor)
Virtual Tales Together (RSVP Required)
Virtually via Zoom from the comfort of your own home!, Cheyenne, WYJoin us for a live virtual Tales Together via Zoom! During this interactive early literacy class, we will practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! RSVP below to receive an email with the Zoom link. (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Live via Zoom) Click Here to RSVP
Tales Together
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin us for an interactive early literacy class for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center)
Ready Readers
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYDo you have a preschooler that will be going to kindergarten? Come join us! We will be reading books, singing songs, working on fine motor skills, and more to help get your child ready to jump into school! This event is meant for preschoolers who will be going into kindergarten in the fall of 2023. (Ages 4–5; Sage Room)
Tween Tasters
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYChildren in grades 3–6 can join us each month for a fun food-related activity such as food-themed partiers, taste-testing challenges, edible science experiments, and more. This month, we’re having a tiny food party! Enjoy tiny versions of some of your favorite foods including snacks, entrees, desserts, and beverages; be sure to bring your appetite! (Grades K–6; Early Literacy Center)
Book Babies
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin 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; Early Literacy Center)
Book Babies
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYJoin 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; Early Literacy Center)
100 Books for Every Child: A Beanstack Challenge
Virtually via Beanstack 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WYBeginning January 1, 2023, we are encouraging children ages 3–5 (and their parents/caregivers) to read Laramie County Library System’s 100 Books for Every Child as part of an ongoing Beanstack challenge! These 100 books were carefully curated by Laramie County Library System’s youth librarians who recommend that the titles are read to every child before they enter Kindergarten. After you ...
Family Escape Room (RSVP Required)
Sage Room - 2nd Floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYMad scientist Dr. Storm’s weather machine has gone wacky! See if you can fix the seasons and escape the room. Morning escape room slots from 10:30am to 1:30pm are for children in grades K–2 and their families. Afternoon time slots from 2:30pm to 5:30pm are for children in grades 3–6 and their families. Families are welcome to sign up for ...
Craftapalooza
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYIt’s Spring Break and our craft closet is overflowing! Help us use up some of our supplies! You never know what you could make. (Children, Teens, & Families; Early Literacy Center)
Pre-K Playdate
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYCome play with us! We will have a variety of fun texture activities for your kiddo to interact with. Things may get a little messy, so come prepared! (Ages 2–5; Early Literacy Center)
LEGO® Build
2nd floor 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYSchool is out and so are our LEGO® bricks! Use them to show off your building talents. Come to the 2nd floor tables and participate in the challenge build of the hour or spin the wheel for an individual challenge. It will be more fun than a bin full of LEGO® bricks! (Children, Teens, & Families; 2nd Floor)
Giant Board Games
1st and 2nd floor 2200 Pioneer Ave, Cheyenne, WYCome join us to play some games . . . giant style! We will have games like Candy Land®, Tsuro™, and more. Play an old favorite or learn something new, either way it will make for a giant day of fun! (Children, Teens, & Families; Early Literacy Center, Cottonwood, Willow, & Sage Rooms)
ZOOmobile Visit: Animal Mythbusters
Cottonwood Room 2200 Pioneer Ave - 1st Floor, Cheyenne, WYCan porcupines shoot their quills? Do cockroaches serve any purpose? Join us for a visit from the ZOOMobile, an outreach program from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO. Learn the truth about some well-known animal myths and enjoy a visit from live animal ambassadors! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Storytime at Wyoming State Museum’s Family Day (RSVP Required)
Wyoming State Museum 2301 Central Ave, Cheyenne, WYWe’re taking storytime to the museum! Head on 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 wyomuseum.wyo.gov to register for the event. This month’s Family Day theme is Earth Extravaganza. (Children & Families; Wyoming State Museum–2301 Central Ave.)
Mini Figure Painting Workshop (RSVP Required)
Early Literacy Center 2200 Pioneer Ave - 2nd Floor, Cheyenne, WYAward-winning minis painter Kyle McCormick from Olympus Games & Comics is dropping by to teach the ins and outs of mini figure painting. We will provide a kit with figure, paint, and brush. Spots are limited, so sign up below. (Grades 3–12; Early Literacy Center) Click Here to RSVP