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Programs for KidsPrograms for Kids<div class="ExternalClass203E64E924BF41E08EEEABDDB7DD6E80"><h3>Browse our diverse selection of regular programs below.​<a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/acacia?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&ct=51772&inc=0" target="_blank">​</a></h3><h3><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/acacia?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&ct=51772&inc=0" target="_blank">Or browse the calendar for ALL upcoming childre​​n's programs</a>.<br></h3></div>

 

 

 

 

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1,2,3 Talk with Me1,2,3 Talk with Me47<div class="ExternalClassAB46ACAE68634D7D87A1DAE308A000E2"><p>​1,2,3 Talk with Me is a free 8-week program for caregivers of children birth to 32 months. The program is based on the LENA Start curriculum which teaches caregivers 14 Talking Tips to use in their daily routines.</p><p> <a href="/kids/programs/123-talk-with-me" aria-label="Learn more about 1,2,3 Talk with Me">Learn more.</a><br></p></div>
1000 Books Before Kindergarten1000 Books Before Kindergarten191<div class="ExternalClassC67BAAF9DC284C86A8B2B9C488B0D647"><p>A reading challenge that<a href="https://phoenixpubliclibrary.beanstack.org/reader365" target="_blank">​</a> encourages families and caregivers to read 1000 books with their young children before they enter kindergarten.​</p><p><a href="/kids/programs/1000-books-before-kindergarten" target="_blank">Learn more.</a></p><p><br></p></div>
BabyTime BabyTime 40<div class="ExternalClassAB0F61BE53694BF2A48332A7E4D0DCD5"><p>Your baby will learn pre-reading skills from you as you talk, sing, and play together with instructor-led activities.</p><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&audience=3730&inc=0" target="_blank" aria-label="Search the calendar for upcoming Babytime programs​">Search the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.</p></div>
Family StorytimeFamily Storytime43<div class="ExternalClass27FE5D37AEEF40D392DE96AC2A547465"><p>Play, read, sing, and dance with your children in a fun program​ that builds reading skills.</p><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&inc=0" target="_blank">Search the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.</p>​<br></div>
Kids CaféKids Café192<div class="ExternalClass2ED1B67F7EED45CB8891A0481B809797"><p>Kids and teens (ages 0-18) can enjoy a free, healthy meal.​<br></p><p><a href="/kids/programs/kids-cafe">​Learn more</a>.<br></p></div>
Kindergarten BootcampKindergarten Bootcamp51<div class="ExternalClass8E5176A6E8FC48E3B5879F039EB1602D"><p>Is your child entering kindergarten in Fall 2025?​ ​If so, join a Kindergarten Bootcamp! In Kindergarten Bootcamp, you and your child will learn together the social, academic, and classroom skills needed for school success.</p><p> <a href="/kids/programs/kindergarten-bootcamp" target="_blank" aria-label="Learn more about Kindergarten Bootcamp">Learn more​</a>.</p></div>
Little BytesLittle Bytes50<div class="ExternalClassDB386FFF607445C39B798EC5A115D9E6"><p>​​Did you know that children can learn the foundations of coding before they can write and spell? Learn basic problem-solving skills and new vocabulary for children as young as 4 to give them the building blocks to becoming an excellent coder. <br></p><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&inc=0" target="_blank">Search the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.​<br></p></div>
Music & Movement Music & Movement 41<div class="ExternalClass6E1635DD7EDA433FBFF9945AF50EE6F6"><div>​<span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Some people learn better when they are moving. If that sounds like your child, this is the </span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">storytime</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"> for you! Sing, dance and MOVE in this fun, active program that builds reading skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span><br><br><span data-ccp-props="{}"><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?t=g&q=music%20movement&cid=-1&cal=-1&audience=3730&inc=0" target="_blank">Search the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.</span></div></div>
STEAMSTEAM53<div class="ExternalClassA3DAEBA2E28F461C8D5C60CD60C7AD5F"><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/acacia?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&ct=55349&inc=0" target="_blank">Browse the calendar for upcoming programs</a>.​</p></div>
Sit, Stay, ReadSit, Stay, Read139<div class="ExternalClass953454AA805F4485B97426D4140EF433"><p>​Read to a dog! </p><p>Therapy dogs love to listen to stories. Bring your own book or take one from our shelves and spend some time with our furry friends. <br></p><p>Reading aloud to certified therapy dogs is an excellent way for emerging readers to practice their skills (and it's lots of fun, too!). ​<br></p><p><a href="/browse/interest-guides/reading/sit-stay-read">Learn more about Sit, Stay, Read.</a><br></p><p><br></p></div>
StorytimesStorytimes48<div class="ExternalClass32E9558524C14BBFBAA7ACB9158FE66F"><p>​​Browse ALL of Phoenix Public Library's storytime offerings and find a program that's right for your family.​​<br></p><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/acacia?cid=-1&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=-1&ct=56769&inc=0" target="_blank">Browse the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.<br></p></div>
ToddlerTime ToddlerTime 42<div class="ExternalClass1B16E4D43ACB48B2B47AD7E9A5D1D8E9">​<span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Toddlers like to GO, GO, GO, so bring them to the </span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">storytime</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"> that’s fast and fun. </span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">ToddlerTime</span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"> has stories, songs and games that help beginning talkers. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span><br><br><p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"></span><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/calendar/burtonbarr?t=g&q=toddler&cid=-1&cal=-1&audience=3730&inc=0" target="_blank">Search the calendar for upcoming programs​</a>.​<br></p></div>
Tools for School Tools for School 38<div class="ExternalClassB28D9E4596264268933D39EBA694133B"><p>​Get a head start on kindergarten with this fun school readiness program for 3-5 year-olds and their favorite grownups.<br></p><p><a href="/kids/programs/tools-for-school" target="_blank">Learn more and get Tools for School resources.​</a><br></p></div>