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AGE 0-5 IS AN EXCITING & CRITICAL TIME OF LEARNING!

The Clermont County Public Library wants to help families by providing them the tools they need to get their children school-ready. In addition to books, books and more books, explore the other great resources the Library offers!

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Early Literacy Every Day - Talk, Sing, Write, Play, Read

Early Literacy

Little ones develop language and pre-literacy skills from birth. You can help build toward a bright future of reading skills by incorporating simple practices into their daily routine at meals, diaper changes, bath time, etc. that will be fun for your child while also teaching early literacy skills.

Early Literacy Practices

Talk

Children learn about language by listening to other people talk and joining in the conversation. Talk about daily tasks and activities together.

Sing

Because of their rhyme and rhythm, songs are a natural way to learn about language. Sing, rhyme and play music daily. Make up silly songs.

Write

Writing is anything from scribbles to drawing pictures and finally writing letters. It connects fine motor skills with the understanding that written words have meaning.

Play

Pretend and dramatic play are fun ways to develop skills. Play helps children think symbolically, so they understand that spoken and written words can stand for real things.

Read

Reading books with your child is the most important way to get them ready to read. It increases vocabulary and understanding of how books work. Children who enjoy being read to become more eager to learn to read. Read together every day.

School Readiness

School readiness includes all the skills a child needs to be prepared for school: academic, physical, social, and emotional development. This means knowing not only the ABCs and 123s, but also how to hold a pencil, how to interact with a teacher and classmates, how to sit and listen, etc.

Resources @ Clermont Library

The Clermont Library offers various resources to help your child learn important pre-reading skills that will help them to be school-ready.

Storytimes

Library Storytimes are an excellent way to help children develop skills in all of the areas of school readiness.

Find times & locations  

School readiness kits

Each kit contains five books, a toy, and activities to help reinforce pre-reading skills & basic concepts.

Check out our kits  

Booklets & Guides

Parent Early Literacy Guide, School Readiness Activity Guide, and other helpful parenting resources.

Parenting guides and resources  

New Preschool Books

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Busy Baby Animals by Suzi Eszterhas
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Baby Animals First Colors Book by Alexandra Claire
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DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY

Sign up children under 5 to receive a free book each month

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1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN

Start your child on the path to success.
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ABCMOUSE

This exciting early literacy resource is offered at each library branch and now at your home.

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WORLD BOOK EARLY WORLD OF LEARNING

Find educational videos, games, stories and activities for preschoolers

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School Readiness Skills

Based on a survey of Clermont County teachers, these are the top five skills that new kindergartners need but often lack.

By talking, singing, writing, playing and reading with your child each day you can help them master these skills and be school-ready.

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Letter Knowledge

Recognizing and naming letters

Knowing shapes

Letter Knowledge Video
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Letter & Word Sounds

Knowing letters represent sounds

Recognizing the sounds that make up words

Letter & Word Sounds Video
Cute illustration of a frog eating a dragonfly

Fine Motor Skills

Developing the small muscles in the hands

Ability to use writing tools and scissors

Fine Motor Skills Video
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Managing Emotions & Self-Control

Learning to control thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

Ability to express emotions appropriately

Manage Emotions Video
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Knowing Books & Stories

Knowing how a book works

Understanding the basic story structure

Knowing Books Video

Other Useful Resources

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
READING ROCKETS
STORYLINE ONLINE
READ ALOUD 15 MINUTES
READING IS FUNDAMENTAL
TALKING IS TEACHING
READ TOGETHER, GROW TOGETHER

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