Early Childhood Resources
Early Childhood Resources
Literacy
Literacy
1000 Books Together
Our new 1,000 Books Together program is designed for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers up to and including age 5! Registration is ongoing year round.
Little Learners Literacy Lab
Drop-in to the Children’s Department at the Patchogue-Medford Library all year long for pop up early literacy activities and experiences in the Little Learners Literacy Lab! These activities are designed to target various early learning domains that lay the foundation for literacy and long-term academic success!
Kindergarten Readiness
Kindergarten Readiness
To Kindergarten & Beyond
Setting your child up for kindergarten success can feel overwhelming, but the Patchogue-Medford Library is here to help with our new Kindergarten readiness series called, To Kindergarten & Beyond!
Register today for a school year filled with storytimes, pre-K programs & take-home activities thoughtfully designed to prepare your soon-to-be kindergartener (and you!) for their first day!
Is Kindergarten Calling?
Sign up today for children attending kindergarten in Fall 2024.
Parenting
Parenting
Adventures in Parenting Podcast
Adventures in Parenting was born to bring Library sponsored parenting programs and trusted information to you on your time! Adventures in Parenting is hosted by Patchogue-Medford Librarians (and busy moms) Jessi and Erin. Listen, laugh and learn as they talk to experts in all areas of parenting.
Childcare
Childcare
Guide to Preschools
The Patchogue-Medford Library Guide to Preschools has been compiled by the staff of the Children’s & Parents’ Services Department. It is intended to assist parents in choosing the most appropriate preschool or child care program for their children. The information is provided as given by each school and will be updated as new information is received. This is a service provided by the library and in no way constitutes a recommendation.
The Child Care Council of Suffolk County can provide an explanation of the types of child care available as well as information on evaluating the various programs.
For information:
Child Care Council of Suffolk County, Inc.
60 Calvert Avenue
Commack, NY 11725
(631) 462-0303
http://www.childcaresuffolk.org/