Yesterday e and I got in the car and drove to the main library in downtown Chandler for story time for the lapsit bunch. I don't know why it took me so long to do this; e has enjoyed books for a long time. About twenty children, ages 1-18 months, sat on a colorful rug, each with a caregiver/parent (one man, the rest women). The librarian read several books, led us in songs and finger play, then brought out a basket of toys. Some children were better at sharing than others. We each received a card with the suggestion of a book to read and an activity to foster language skills. A new card is given out each week. I liked seeing how many people want their babies to enjoy reading.
At first e just sat with me, looking at all these other little ones like her, but then she began to explore a bit, crawling over to the librarian and pulling up on her leg. During the play time, she boldly grabbed a long clear tube filled with colorful beads that made a nice noise when shaken. I have discovered the branch library a couple of blocks away also has story time for this age group, so we will try that out next Monday.
We want e to have experience being in a group of children her own age before she starts daycare in December, and this seems like an easy way to do that.
I love this! It's so great that she enjoyed it and tried something new. I remember walking to story time at the Bay Farm branch. What a treat for e.
ReplyDelete