900 1st Street, Coal Valley, IL 61240
Tots Together - Monday Mingle
lun 13 de may
|Coal Valley
Join us at Tots Together, where toddlers and caregivers can explore, play, and connect in the vibrant children's department of our library. Discover a supportive community where children thrive through unstructured play while adults mingle and engage in meaningful interactions.
Horario y ubicación
13 may 2024, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Coal Valley, 900 1st St, Coal Valley, IL 61240, USA
Acerca del evento
Tots Together is a captivating program designed to foster a nurturing environment for toddlers and their caregivers within the lively atmosphere of the library's vibrant children's department. This initiative aims to provide a stimulating and unstructured setting where toddlers can explore various developmental activities while caregivers engage in meaningful interactions and connect with fellow adults.
Features:
- Unstructured Playtime: Tots Together offers toddlers the opportunity to engage in unstructured play within the safe and welcoming environment of the library's children's department. This encourages children to explore their surroundings freely and interact with age-appropriate toys, books, and learning materials.
- Developmental Activities: A plethora of developmental activities is available for toddlers to participate in, catering to various aspects of their growth and learning. From sensory experiences to fine and gross motor skill development, the program offers activities that promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Caregiver Engagement: Tots Together recognizes the importance of caregiver involvement in a child's early development. Caregivers are encouraged to actively participate in their child's playtime, fostering bonding moments and providing support as children explore and learn.
- Adult Mingling: While children immerse themselves in play, caregivers have the opportunity to mingle with other adults in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This promotes social connections among caregivers, fostering a sense of community and support within the library environment.
- Library Resources Access: Tots Together participants have access to a wealth of resources available in the children's department, including a diverse collection of books, educational materials, and interactive displays. Caregivers can explore these resources with their children, further enhancing the learning experience.
Benefits:
- Child Development: Tots Together promotes holistic development by providing toddlers with opportunities for sensory exploration, imaginative play, and social interaction.
- Caregiver Support: Caregivers benefit from connecting with other adults, sharing experiences, and gaining insights into child-rearing practices while enjoying a supportive community environment.
- Library Engagement: The program encourages families to frequent the library, fostering a love for reading and learning from an early age.
By offering a dynamic and inclusive environment for toddlers and caregivers alike, Tots Together aims to enrich the lives of families within the community while fostering a lifelong love for learning and literacy.