Early literacy refers to the pre-reading and pre-writing skills a child should know before starting kindergarten. Every Child Ready to Read has defined 5 early literacy practices to help parents and caregivers nurture early literacy anytime, anywhere.
The 5 practices are:
Talk, Read, Sing, Write, Play
· Talk about the activity or book you are sharing with your child.
· Sing or make up songs while doing chores, building blocks, etc.
· Read books, magazines, road signs, and more with your child.
· Write the letters of the alphabet, create a story, or draw shapes.
· Play with words, books, or toys to reinforce your child’s early literacy skills.
What is S.T.E.A.M. or S.T.E.M. learning?
The acronym refers to 5 educational disciplines that children should experience:
• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Art (not a part of STEM learning)
• Mathematics
Why is it important?
Not only do children need early literacy skills to prepare them for future learning, they also need basic S.T.E.A.M. concepts to help them excel in school.
Basic S.T.E.A.M. concepts include, but are not limited to:
• Shapes
• Counting
• Using crayons, pencils, and markers
• Building with blocks
• Listening to music
• Talking about the weather
• Cooking
• And MUCH more
Visit Every Child Ready to Read, or click here for more early literacy resources.
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19mar10:30 a.m.11:00 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26 at Defiance Public Library. No registration is needed.
Storytime for children ages 2-6 will immediately follow, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. Read, Rhyme, and Romp and Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 25, 2024 5:30 p.m.march 26, 2024 10:30 a.m.
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19mar11:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.Storytime (DPL)
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies & toddlers will be held immediately before Storytime, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 25, 2024 6:00 p.m.march 26, 2024 11:00 a.m.
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories,
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories, rhymes, and silly fun, plus crafts and other activities. Our kickoff on Leap Day will feature leaping-themed books and activities! No registration needed.
Our friends from the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be joining us for special Inclusive Storytime sessions on March 21 and April 18!
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
23mar10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.Easter Egg Painted RocksWaitlist is Open
Event Details
Space is limited and registration is required! Register before 5:00 p.m. on March 20 using the form below, or by calling the library at 419-899-4343. Join us at Sherwood Branch
Event Details
Space is limited and registration is required! Register before 5:00 p.m. on March 20 using the form below, or by calling the library at 419-899-4343.
Join us at Sherwood Branch Library on Saturday, March 23, from 10:00 a.m.-noon for a morning spent painting rocks in pastel shades to resemble Easter eggs! All ages are welcome. Join us for a rockin’ good time! Register by 5:00 p.m. on March 20 using the form below, or by calling 419-899-4343.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
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25mar5:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.Matchbox Car March MadnessWaitlist is Open
Event Details
Space is limited and registration is required! Register before 5 p.m. on March 20 using the form below, or by calling the library at 419-899-4343.Vroom, vroom! Beep, beep! We’re going
Event Details
Space is limited and registration is required! Register before 5 p.m. on March 20 using the form below, or by calling the library at 419-899-4343.
Vroom, vroom! Beep, beep! We’re going mad for matchbox cars! Join us at Sherwood Branch on Monday, March 25, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. for an evening of matchbox car decorating and racing. See you at the checkered flag! Geared to grades K-5.
Time
(Monday) 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
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All spaces are reserved! Join the waitlist!
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25mar5:30 p.m.6:00 p.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26 at Defiance Public Library. No registration is needed.
Storytime for children ages 2-6 will immediately follow, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. Read, Rhyme, and Romp and Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Time
(Monday) 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 26, 2024 10:30 a.m.
25mar6:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.Storytime (DPL)
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies & toddlers will be held immediately before Storytime, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.
Time
(Monday) 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
march 26, 2024 11:00 a.m.
26mar10:30 a.m.11:00 a.m.Read, Rhyme, & Romp
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26
Event Details
Babies and toddlers can enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes during ‘Read, Rhyme, & Romp,” taking place every Monday at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26 at Defiance Public Library. No registration is needed.
Storytime for children ages 2-6 will immediately follow, at 6 p.m. on Mondays and 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. Read, Rhyme, and Romp and Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
26mar11:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.Storytime (DPL)
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in
Event Details
Join Defiance Public Library for Storytime every Monday at 6 p.m. and Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Jan. 29-March 26. No registration is needed. Storytime will take place upstairs in the Nellie Gary Reading Room, with an exception on Feb. 26, when the group will meet in the Children’s Room.
Read, Rhyme, & Romp for babies & toddlers will be held immediately before Storytime, at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays and 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.
Time
(Tuesday) 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
28mar10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.Spring Break Fun at Sherwood Branch
Event Details
No school? No problem! Join us at Sherwood Branch Library on Thurs., March 28; Sat., March 30; and Mon., April 1 during open hours for an egg hunt, plus spring-themed
Event Details
No school? No problem! Join us at Sherwood Branch Library on Thurs., March 28; Sat., March 30; and Mon., April 1 during open hours for an egg hunt, plus spring-themed crafts and activities. Hop on over for an egg-cellent time! Geared to toddlers to age 8. No registration needed.
Time
(Thursday) 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
01apr10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m.Spring Break Fun at Sherwood Branch
Event Details
No school? No problem! Join us at Sherwood Branch Library on Thurs., March 28; Sat., March 30; and Mon., April 1 during open hours for an egg hunt, plus spring-themed
Event Details
No school? No problem! Join us at Sherwood Branch Library on Thurs., March 28; Sat., March 30; and Mon., April 1 during open hours for an egg hunt, plus spring-themed crafts and activities. Hop on over for an egg-cellent time! Geared to toddlers to age 8. No registration needed.
Time
(Monday) 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
01apr4:00 p.m.6:30 p.m.DIY Eclipse Shirts
Event Details
Get ready for the total eclipse by making a cool DIY T-shirt on April 1st at 4 p. m. at the Grace Episcopal Church. Bring your own black T-shirt in
Event Details
Get ready for the total eclipse by making a cool DIY T-shirt on April 1st at 4 p. m. at the Grace Episcopal Church. Bring your own black T-shirt in any style you like (you could also use a hoodie or long-sleeved tee). Paint and instructions will be provided, while supplies last. Open to all ages, no registration is needed!
Time
(Monday) 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
01apr4:30 p.m.6:00 p.m.NSCC Literacy Activity
Event Details
Students from Northwest State Community College’s Pre-K Department will offer a special, come-and-go literacy activity geared to ages 3-5 at Defiance Public Library on April 1 from 4:30-6:00PM. No registration
Event Details
Students from Northwest State Community College’s Pre-K Department will offer a special, come-and-go literacy activity geared to ages 3-5 at Defiance Public Library on April 1 from 4:30-6:00PM. No registration is needed.
Time
(Monday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories,
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories, rhymes, and silly fun, plus crafts and other activities. Our kickoff on Leap Day will feature leaping-themed books and activities! No registration needed.
Our friends from the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be joining us for special Inclusive Storytime sessions on March 21 and April 18!
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
09apr10:30 a.m.DD Awareness & Story Sharing
Event Details
The Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD) will visit Defiance Public Library on April 9 at 10:30 a.m. (in the Nellie Gary Reading Room) to share one of their
Event Details
The Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DCBDD) will visit Defiance Public Library on April 9 at 10:30 a.m. (in the Nellie Gary Reading Room) to share one of their favorite books, “Just Ask! Be Different. Be Brave. Be You” by Sonia Sotomayor. This story explores the fact that feeling different, especially as a kid, can be tough. However, just as many types of plants and flowers make a garden more beautiful, different types of people make our world more vibrant and wonderful too! Geared to ages 0-6. No registration is needed.
A member of the DCBDD team will introduce themselves, read the story aloud, then offer information about the services offered by the Board of DD & Early Intervention Program.
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
10apr10:30 a.m.Spring Storytime
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No registration needed. (On May 15, we’ll be reading to our Guinea pig pals!)
Dates: April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories,
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories, rhymes, and silly fun, plus crafts and other activities. Our kickoff on Leap Day will feature leaping-themed books and activities! No registration needed.
Our friends from the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be joining us for special Inclusive Storytime sessions on March 21 and April 18!
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
16apr10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.Paw Patrol Party
Event Details
What does it mean to be a Mighty Pup Hero? Come find out at Defiance Public Library’s Paw Patrol Party, taking place April 16 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at
Event Details
What does it mean to be a Mighty Pup Hero? Come find out at Defiance Public Library’s Paw Patrol Party, taking place April 16 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the library, 320 Fort Street.
Special guest Kendra Azbell from Fort Defiance Humane Society will demonstrate how to be kind of our canine companions! Geared to children from birth to 6. No registration needed. Guests are welcome to bring an item to donate to the Humane Society.
Shelter Wishlist
- Laundry Detergent
- Bleach
- KMR (Kitten Milk Replacement) liquid
- Dry Dog/Puppy Food
- Dry Cat/Kitten Food
- Canned Cat and Kitten Food (Pate’)
- Garbage Bags
- Paper Towels
- Copier Paper
- Bottled Water (gallons and individual bottles)
- New or gently used towels and blankets
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
17apr10:30 a.m.Spring Storytime
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No registration needed. (On May 15, we’ll be reading to our Guinea pig pals!)
Dates: April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories,
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories, rhymes, and silly fun, plus crafts and other activities. Our kickoff on Leap Day will feature leaping-themed books and activities! No registration needed.
Our friends from the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be joining us for special Inclusive Storytime sessions on March 21 and April 18!
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
01may10:30 a.m.Spring Storytime
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No registration needed. (On May 15, we’ll be reading to our Guinea pig pals!)
Dates: April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories,
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library every Thursday at 4:30 p.m. from February 29 through May 2 for Family Storytime Tribe, geared to children age 6 and younger. Join us for stories, rhymes, and silly fun, plus crafts and other activities. Our kickoff on Leap Day will feature leaping-themed books and activities! No registration needed.
Our friends from the Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be joining us for special Inclusive Storytime sessions on March 21 and April 18!
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
06may(may 6)10:00 a.m.11(may 11)1:00 p.m.Mail Time!
Event Details
It’s letter writing time! Rumor has it that the mailboxes of popular book characters are ready for some mail! Come to the Defiance Public Library to write letters to Piggie
Event Details
It’s letter writing time! Rumor has it that the mailboxes of popular book characters are ready for some mail! Come to the Defiance Public Library to write letters to Piggie and Gerald, Pete the Cat, Dog Man and the notorious Junie B. Jones! Characters will write back and the letters and their responses will be up for display. Patrons can pick up their letters and responses May 20th -25th.
Time
6 (Monday) 10:00 a.m. - 11 (Saturday) 1:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
07may4:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Read to a Guinea Pig
Event Details
Visit Defiance Public Library on Tuesday, May 7, from 4-6 p.m. and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help
Event Details
Visit Defiance Public Library on Tuesday, May 7, from 4-6 p.m. and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help him out? Pete would be very excited to hear your favorite book, or any book you would like to share! Geared to children and families. No registration needed.
Time
(Tuesday) 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Defiance Public Library
320 Fort St.
08may10:30 a.m.Spring Storytime
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No registration needed. (On May 15, we’ll be reading to our Guinea pig pals!)
Dates: April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
09may4:30 p.m.6:00 p.m.Read to a Guinea Pig (Sherwood)
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library on May 9 at 4:30 PM and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help him
Event Details
Visit Sherwood Branch Library on May 9 at 4:30 PM and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help him out? Pete would be very excited to hear your favorite book, or any book you would like to share! Geared to children and families. No registration needed.
Time
(Thursday) 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location
Sherwood Branch Library
117 N. Harrison Street
15may10:30 a.m.12:00 p.m.Read to a Guinea Pig (Hicksville)
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library on May 15 at 10:30AM and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help him out?
Event Details
Visit Johnson Memorial Library on May 15 at 10:30AM and read a book to Pete the guinea pig! Pete loves stories, but he can’t read. Can you help him out? Pete would be very excited to hear your favorite book, or any book you would like to share! Geared to children and families. No registration needed.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio
15may10:30 a.m.Spring Storytime
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No
Event Details
Bunny hop into a book with us at Johnson Memorial Library! Spring Storytime will take place every Wednesday at 10:30 AM from April 10-May 15. Geared to ages 0-6. No registration needed. (On May 15, we’ll be reading to our Guinea pig pals!)
Dates: April 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 a.m.
Location
Johnson Memorial Library
116 W. High St., Hicksville, Ohio