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Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Research shows that children get ready to read years before they start school. You can help your baby and toddler learn important skills now so they can become good readers.

Parents of newborns, toddlers and preschoolers can be prepared for their critical role as their children's first teacher by familiarizing themselves with the SIX PRE-READING SKILLS. Download the brochure.

Click on a link to see tips for practicing the skill and a reading list of books that support the skill.

Visit these websites for more information:

storyblock screenshotNEW! Songs and rhymes that build readers from StoryBlocks.

Money from Linda's memorial contributed to the production of these video clips. Linda was a former Westminster Public Library youth services associate who loved doing early literacy story times.

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