Playing together is tons of fun, but did you know that it’s also the very best way to help your little one learn? In fact, many experts agree that play may be our brain’s favorite way to learn new things. Children use playing to help stimulate their minds and make new connections. Choosing the right […]
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Join us at Family Place Playgroup!
Raising children is often full of questions. What should you expect? Is that normal? What do you do next? And, more than anything, who do you ask for help? The Family Place Playgroup at Harrington Library offers parents and other caregivers the opportunity to ask important questions from child development experts. Harrington Library is part […]
A Block, a Bandana, and a Box: Why Less Is More When Choosing Toys for Baby
App Talk: Exploring Music (Episode 5)
One, two, cha-cha-cha! Music plays an important part of a child’s development. It helps build their mathematical reasoning, helps build social skills through collaboration and learning to express themselves, and encourages play. This month, Kate from Parr Library showcases two free apps that help you and your child explore music.