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Early Literacy

Birth through Kindergarten

Welcome to Little Town. It's THE place to play, learn, and read with your little one. Attend storytimes and family events, meet up with friends, and explore your creativity.

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For kids ages 2-8.
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Jan
7

Nature Storytime with The Morton Arboretum

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Jan
10

Baby Brilliance

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Jan
13

Baby Playdate

3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Jan
17

Baby Brilliance

10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Location: Meeting Room 2 - 2nd Floor

Online Resources for Early Literacy

A fun way to learn reading, math, beginning science, social studies, art, and music.

Stream music and movies, plus read and listen to picture books.

Stream movies, TV shows, and read-along storybooks.

Read and listen to picture books, beginning readers, and read-alongs.

Enjoy ebooks in languages other than English. 

Meet the Early Literacy Programming Librarian

Erin F.

Erin likes reading and watching mysteries and romcoms. One of her favorite things is helping children discover new books and develop a love of reading. Visit the second floor to say hello.

Meet the Early Literacy Collection Librarian

Jordan C.

Jordan selects the books you'd enjoy. Jordan really enjoys romcom books and movies. In her free time, she likes to read, write fiction, and spend time on TikTok.

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