Toddlers

By admin, Thu, 09/03/2026 - 04:00

Join us for 30 minutes of story time for our youngest library users! Our “Little Readers” program is for children 0 to 5 years old and their caregivers. Little Readers features books, stories, songs, movements and group play time. Come and develop your child’s early literacy skills in this fun environment.

Sorry we cannot accommodate Daycare groups for this program.

By admin, Thu, 09/03/2026 - 04:00

Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize. 

Siblings are always welcome. 

We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located. 

No registration or tickets required. 

By admin, Thu, 09/03/2026 - 01:00
Join us at the HCPL Stratford Branch Library for  Tiny Tots Storytime with other toddlers and parents/caregivers.

Storytime fosters early literacy skills and a love for reading in a cozy, welcoming environment. Books, stories, songs, movements and group play time. Come and develop your child’s early literacy skills in this supportive, community environment.

By admin, Wed, 09/02/2026 - 22:00

Our 5-week program introduces learning through play to children and their parents. It’s an opportunity for parents to learn more about and bond with their children. Parents will meet other parents and resource professionals, too!

This program is geared for ages 0-3. Siblings are welcome. 
Tickets are required and will be handed out at the front desk 15 minutes before the program.
Tickets will not be available 15 minutes after the program has started. 

By admin, Wed, 09/02/2026 - 22:00

Join us each week for Toddler Story Time!

This program features stories, songs, rhymes, and movements designed to promote early literacy skills. Our 30-minute program will conclude with a brief, age-appropriate craft.

Toddler Story Time is intended for kids ages 1-3 years old and their caregivers.

Please note that we cannot accommodate large groups such as daycares. Contact us at ev@hcpl.net to schedule a large group visit. Thank you!

By admin, Wed, 09/02/2026 - 16:00

Join with other toddlers and parents/caregivers for weekly story time fun! Toddler Time uses age appropriate stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. This story time is geared towards toddlers ages 18 months through 3 years.

Tickets are required and will be handed out at the Children's Desk starting 30 minutes prior. Children must have a ticket to attend Toddler Time.


By admin, Wed, 09/02/2026 - 16:00

Family Place Workshop is an early literacy program that highlights learning through play. During this five-week workshop, parents/caregivers and their toddlers ages 1-3 years, will have the opportunity to participate in play-based learning. Each week of the workshop will also feature a resource professional to answer questions on topics including literacy, child development, nutrition, and speech and language development.

By admin, Wed, 09/02/2026 - 16:00

Join us for a fun interactive weekly story time perfect for walkers. Tiny Tykes uses stories, songs and finger plays to engage toddlers and their parents/caregivers. Tickets are required and will be handed out at the information desk 15 minutes prior.

Tickets will not be available 10 minutes after any program has started.

The age-appropriate child must be present to get a ticket for any ticketed program. Age range and ticket limits apply for each program.