| 1000 Books Before Kindergarten | | 1000 Books Before Kindergarten | 191 | <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>
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| Family Storytime | | Family Storytime | 43 | <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 Café | | Kids Café | 192 | <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 Bootcamp | | Kindergarten Bootcamp | 51 | <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 Bytes | | Little Bytes | 50 | <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> |
| STEAM | | STEAM | 53 | <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, Read | | Sit, Stay, Read | 139 | <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> |
| Storytimes | | Storytimes | 48 | <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> |
