1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a national initiative that focuses on fostering strong early literacy skills in children, beginning at birth, by encouraging caregivers to read one thousand books to their child by the time they enter kindergarten. This challenge is for caregivers of early learners, ages birth to six, who are Orange County residents.

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CAREGIVER CONNECT: STAY AND PLAY

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Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for babies.

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KIDS YOGA & MEDITATION

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Practice yoga, meditation, and mindfulness in a fun way by integrating music with movement. Families can wiggle together and learn ways to calm down. Recommended for families with children ages 3-10.

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DEAR LIBRARIAN

By: Lydia M. Sogwarth
Reviewed by: OCLS Staff

"Bring on the happy tears! This book is a heartfelt ode to the power of public libraries to change lives. Told through the eyes of a little girl this is a must read for all library lovers."

STORYTIME: "KINDNESS WITH DR. KING!"

Explore Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. dream of spreading kindness in our communities at any age through a story time filled with stories, rhymes, and other activities based on Every Child Ready to Read for your preschooler! Recommended for ages 3-5.

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