Storytime and Special Programming

Storytime

children readingJoin us for Preschool Storytime at the Library!  Preschool children can get a head start with reading by attending “Preschool” Storytimes” sponsored by the Public Libraries of Saginaw.  Each storytime features a variety of stories and activities designed to make reading fun for young children.  The programs are designed for children ages 3 to 5.  Afterwards, library staff members will work with parents to pick out books and other materials that they can share with their children.  Hoyt Library, Butman-Fish Library and Zauel Library have weekly storytimes that are open to the public.  All library programs are free and families are welcome.

 

Storytime Schedule:

April 6, 13, 20 & 27
10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Zauel Library

 

April 13 & 20
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Butman-Fish Library

 


Mother Goose Times

Mother Goose Time programs are specially designed for children ages 18-24 months who must be accompanied by a parent or other adult. Adults and children will be participating in flannel board fun, finger plays, songs,playing with blocks activities and nursery rhymes. “Mother Goose” consists of a series of four weekly programs. They are free, but registration is required and is limited to 15 per group. “Mother Goose Time” Is held three times per year at the Zauel Library and two times per year at Butman Fish Library.

These programs are part of a series of programs being sponsored by the library that promote educational development and reading readiness in young children. They are designed to give parents some useful ideas and enjoyable activities to encourage their children to enjoy books and reading.

Call  branches below for schedule.

Butman-Fish Library
1716 Hancock
(989) 799-9160

Zauel Library
3100 N. Center
(989) 799-2771


Teaching, Learning, Connecting

What is T.L.C.?

Teaching, Learning and Connecting is a series of free parent-child play groups. Play is a child’s primary learning tool.Parents and toddlers can play together with great age-appropriate toys and equipment. They also experience activities in a child-friendly environment.

Learning through play is fun. Meet the children’s staff and other community resource professionals. They will be able to talk to you about your child’s speech and language development, reading, play, child behavior, nutrition and physical fitness.

Who can come?

Parents with children ages 1 through 3 have a great chance to meet and connect with other families while learning together.

When is it offered?

Teaching, Learning and Connecting play groups are offered each year at Butman Fish and Zauel Libraries. Registration is limited to one series per year per child.

None scheduled at this time.