Tomorrow at Northridge Park

 Please join us for Play & Learn October 11, 18, 25, and November 1, 8, and 15 at Northridge Park, 821 Chevy Chase Dr, 78209. We'll be there every Tuesday, 9:30-11:00AM for lots of early literacy fun.

Evening Play & Learn at Millers Pond

Our next Play & Learn series begins Tuesday, September 6 at Millers Pond Park. This short, September-only series is unique! The Play & Learn session will be 6:00-7:00PM in the pavilion.

New workshop for early childhood practitioners

The Little Read Wagon team is excited to announce our new workshop for the 2016-17 school year. If you work directly with children 0-5 years old, we invite you to join us at the Central Library to explore more about how we can support early literacy in your classroom and at home. Register at http://bit.ly/LRWrdgheart. View a printable flyer at http://bit.ly/LRWrdgheartflyer.

Interested in joining the Little Read Wagon team?

Occasionally, Little Read Wagon has the opportunity to expand its early literacy outreach team. If you are interested in possibly joining our team, please complete the form at this link to tell us about yourself. Please understand that this is not a job application, but an opportunity to request that you be considered for positions that may become available. 

Free Workshops for Early Childhood Teachers

Do you work with children in child care, preschool, or another early childhood setting? Little Read Wagon will offer the three-hour workshop: Exploring Math, Science and Early Literacy four more times this year. The workshop is free and open to adults who live or work within San Antonio city limits. For more information and to register, please view the workshop flyer.

Teachers explore a variety of materials for use in math and science experiences.

Next Teacher Workshop Opportunity

We will be at the McCreless Branch Library for our next workshop for early childhood professionals. Registration opens on Monday, September 28. Please call 207-2517 and leave a message with:
-your name
-workplace
-age of children in your care
-number of children in your care
-phone number so we can confirm your registration

View and print the workshop flyer for important details.


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Video: Play and Learn with Little Read Wagon

Our play and learn programs are an opportunity for parents and informal caregivers (also known as family, friends or neighbors) to enjoy fun activities, discover new things about their children, and meet some wonderful people. The 2010 schedule is growing and we can't wait to get started!

New Guides at mysapl.org

There's a new way to access information about Little Read Wagon, our programs and library resources. Visit the library webpage and our new set of guides! These, as well as all the other guides you will find there, will continue to grow with new topics and resources. So, please explore and enjoy!

August-September Play and Learn Opportunities

Many of us are getting ready to go back to school, but summer is not over! Little Read Wagon will host a play and learn series at the Miller's Pond Community Center for children 5 years of age and younger and their caregivers. The series is every Tuesday, 3:30 - 4:30 beginning August 11 and continues until September 29.

What is play and learn? This is an opportunity for you and your child(ren) to enjoy activities that also help both of you learn. Each week has a special topic such as reading, math, nutrition, self-esteem, etc. You and your child(ren) will learn something about the topic of the week while having lots of fun. We will have a short group time and the rest of the session is for interaction between you and your child(ren).

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Early Literacy Workshop for Teachers

The San Antonio Public Library's Little Read Wagon early literacy trainings (for those who work with children five and younger) are fun and FREE! Please print and share the attached flyer with all early childhood caregivers/teachers. This flyer gives the details for our next child care provider training, which will be held on Saturday, July 25th.

We look forward to hearing from you. Please don't hesitate to call if you have questions.

Play and Learn at The Neighborhood Place

In July and August Little Read Wagon will hold Para los niños play and learn sessions at The Neighborhood Place.

What is it all about? Fun, learning activities for parents/caregivers and their young children. New activities each week!

Who can come? Children (birth - 5 years old) and the parents, extended family, friendds, or neighbors who take care of them. Older brothers and sisters are also welcome.

Please join us in room 25 of The Neighborhood Place on Wednesdays, July 8 - August 26 at 10:30 a.m.

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March Teacher Workshop

Registration for the March teacher's workshop is Monday, March 16. A printable flyer is available here.

Please call and leave a message with your full name, work location, age of children in your class, and a phone number. We will return your call to confirm registration.

Remember, if you register but do not attend the workshop AND do not inform Little Read Wagon of your change in plans, you will have to wait 12 months before registering again!

February Teacher Workshop

Registration for our February teacher workshop is full. Please check back for information about our March early literacy training for caregivers.

First Teacher Workshop of 2009 is Done!

The Little Read Wagon has completed it's first teacher workshop of the new year! This year Little Read Wagon is focusing on phonological awareness, or the ability to hear and play with the smaller sounds in words. The January 24 workshop was held at the beautiful Igo Branch Library. In addition to the early childhood professionals, special guests were Adam Spana (SAPL Digital Services), Rose Obregon (Brighton School), Molly McCormick (Easter Seals) and Ramona Lucius (SAPL Office of Outreach).

Participants enjoyed presentations and created a variety of items to use in the classroom. Jingle bracelets, sand blocks, rhythm sticks, song books, and felt puppies were created, embellished and taken away. Each participant also received a certificate for 5 clock hours and a bag of children's books.

Registration for the next workshop opens on Monday, February 9, 2009. Remember to call early and leave a detailed message including your name, center/school name and a phone number. Your call will be returned to confirm your registration.