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!
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.
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November 2019
Family Storytime and Craft
School’s out and you're invited to bring your family to a special all-ages storytime and craft! We will be kicking off our month of family-themed events with some together time including crafts, snacks, and stories. (Children & Families; Early Literacy Center)
Find out more »Baby Lapsit
Join us for a short storytime session 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)
Find out more »Get Ready for the Science Fair!
Join science educator Tom Farrell in this entertaining session on how to make and present amazing science fair projects. (Grades 4–8; Early Literacy Center)
Find out more »Stories on My Own
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number of…
Find out more »Tales Together
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number…
Find out more »Stories on My Own
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number of…
Find out more »Tales Together
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number…
Find out more »Get Ready for the Science Fair!
Join science educator Tom Farrell in this entertaining session on how to make and present amazing science fair projects. (Grades 4–8; Early Literacy Center)
Find out more »Stories on My Own
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number of…
Find out more »Tales Together
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number…
Find out more »Brown Bag Book Club (1st part of book)
Book club will meet for three meetings during the months of November and December. Participants can bring a “brown bag” meal and desserts and drinks will be provided. We will be reading Book Scavenger. Quick book description: Twelve-year-old Emily moves to San Francisco and teams up with new friend James to follow clues in a strange book they find, hoping to figure out its secrets before the men who attacked Emily’s hero, publisher Garrison Griswold, solve the mystery or come…
Find out more »Zumbini
Created by Zumba and Baby First, the Zumbini program is an early childhood education program that leverages original music and movement to create the ultimate bonding experience for families, all while promoting cognitive, behavioral, fine/gross motor skill, and social development for children ages 0-4. (Ages Birth–4 years; Early Literacy Center)
Find out more »Kindermusik®
Sing, sway, laugh, and play with skilled educator Laura Sutton. (Ages 2–5; Early Literacy Center)
Find out more »Yoga Together
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Wiggle and Giggle. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Cottonwood Room)
Find out more »Yoga Together
Come and experience stories, stretching, and fun with a special early literacy class. This month’s theme is Wiggle and Giggle. (Ages 18 Months–5 Years; Cottonwood Room)
Find out more »Family DIY Roller Coasters
Do it yourself roller coasters: an exercise in science and engineering. Ever wonder what makes a roller coaster go? Ever had the crazy idea of designing one yourself? Bring the whole family and join us as we explore the kinetic and potential energies, as well as the velocity that makes great roller coasters greater! (Children & Families; Cottonwood Room)
Find out more »Stories on My Own
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number of…
Find out more »Tales Together
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number…
Find out more »Stories on My Own
This storytime is designed for older preschool children to practice sitting, listening, following directions, and interacting with others their age in a group setting without their caregivers. (Ages 3–5; Sage Room) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number of…
Find out more »Tales Together
Join us for an interactive storytime session for preschool children and their caregivers. Practice new skills incorporating books, songs, rhymes, movement, and more! (Ages 18 Months – 5 Years; Early Literacy Center) Storytime Themes Week of October 29: Halloween Stories Week of November 5: All About Me Week of November 12: No Storytime This Week Week of November 19: Thanksgiving Stories Week of November 26: Storyteller’s Favorites ELC information: Letters of the Month: E/F Color of the Month: White Number…
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