Storytimes

Storytime at WNPL

Join us for stories, songs, and fun in these age-appropriate, skills-based storytimes for children ages 3 months through 5 years old.  Storytime classes run in 4-week series.  Due to the popularity of these classes, please register each child for only one storytime per series.  Siblings are always welcome, and walk-in participants will be accommodated on a space-available basis.

Check our calendar for upcoming storytimes and registration information.

2023-24 Storytime Series Schedule

Series StartSeries EndRegistration Begins
September 11October 6August 28
October 23November 17October 9
January 8February 2December 26
February 19March 15February 5
April 1April 26March 18

 

Storytime Class Descriptions

Super Babies
Ages 3 – 15 months with caregiver

Bond with your infant in this face-to-face storytime and build the early language skills they need in order to learn to read.  Children are introduced to pre-reading skills through rhymes, music, book sharing, and baby sign. Then, practice social skills when you play with toys, listen to music, and have fun with friends during Stay & Play after storytime.

 

Fun 1s
Ages 12 – 24 months with caregiver

Build early language and large motor skills as children move from crawling to walking.  Children are introduced to pre-reading skills through rhymes, music, books, and hands-on activities. Then, practice social skills when you play with toys, listen to music, and have fun with friends during Stay & Play after storytime.

 

Terrific 2sTerrific 2s
Age 2 years with caregiver

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and fun with your curious toddler as they develop early literacy and social skills.

 

 

3s Please3s Please
Age 3 years with caregiver

Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and fun with increased focus on more complex books, concept recognition, and developing independence.

 

 

Dual Language StorytimeDual Language Storytime
Ages 3 – 5 years with caregiver / Edades  3 – 5 años con cuidador

Join us for stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish! / ¡Acompáñanos para disfrutar de cuentos, canciones y actividades tanto en inglés como en español!

 

 

Music & MovementMusic & Movement Storytime
Ages 3 – 5 years with caregiver

Let’s shake our wiggles out with a movement storytime!  Enjoy stories, songs, and dance that will help children develop large and fine motor skills, balance, and rhythm.

 

 

Family StorytimeFamily Storytime
Ages 2 – 5 years with caregiver

Families are invited to join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fun.