Sharkey's Storytime: Fables and Folktales! (Ages 3-5 with caregiver)

Celebrate Black History Month with tales from Africa, including Why Mosquitos Buzz in People’s Ears: a West African tale retold by Verna Aardema, Anansi the Spider: a tale from the Ashanti adapted and illustrated by Gerald McDermott  and Beautiful Blackbird by Ashley Bryan.

Start Smart with Marilyn Gordon, Ed.D, RD, CSSD, LDN, Registered Dietitian/Licensed Nutritionist.

Enjoy books, songs & activities that enhance early literacy skills and explore the world online with kid-friendly websites recommended by librarians. Recommended for children ages 3 - 5 years with their caregivers.

10:30-11:00am: Stories & Songs
11:00-11:15am: Crafts & Family Literacy University
11:15-11:30am: Little Learners’ Computer Lab