Toddlers

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 04:00

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.

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 04:00

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, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00

Come Move and Groove with Us!

Join us for a fun-filled session of reading. singing, and playful movement!
It’s the perfect way to introduce toddlers to the joy of books and reading while building important motor skills. Through music, movement, and play, we’ll help support your child’s growth in a joyful, engaging way—because Children of all ages are welcome.

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 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, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00

¡Sumérgete en el aprendizaje del idioma con esta dinámica e interactiva hora de cuentos en español! Diseñada para mantener a los niños pequeños en movimiento, cada sesión incluye historias llenas de vida, rimas infantiles y canciones pegadizas que introducen los fundamentos de la fonética. No se necesita experiencia previa en español: ¡solo ven listo para moverte, reír y aprender! (Edades: 2 a 4 años)

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00


Toddler-Time for Walkers & Non-talkers/Babblers This Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Toddlers," specifically children who are walkers AND non-talkers or babblers.

So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "toddlers, who are walkers & non-talkers.
Thank you for your cooperation in holding space for and support of the age-appropriate developmental needs of children.

Read, sing, and grow with your young one. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00
Toddler-Time for Walkers & Non-talkers/Babblers

Read, sing, and grow with your young one. Meet other parents and help your child learn.

When & Where Day: Every TuesdayTimes: 10:15 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Place: West University Library (2nd floor, kids' area) Who Can Come? (intended audience) Toddlers and their grown-upsThis class is best for toddlers, specifically walkers who are non-talkers/babblers..Note: We cannot host daycare groups or large clubs. How to Get Tickets

You must have a ticket to enter. Tickets are free

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00

Come make a craft! This is for children ages 2 and up. 

Where: Upstairs in the kids' area or outside. 

Note: First come, first served. We hope and aim to have enough supplies for everyone to join the fun.

Information for Persons with Disabilities:

Programs and services are Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant. Special accommodations can be requested in advance by contacting the library.

By admin, Fri, 09/04/2026 - 01:00

Join us for an interactive early literacy experience for toddlers and their caregivers. This program is geared toward toddlers ages 18 months-3 years old and features songs, books, and crafts each week!

Join us for an English-Spanish bilingual Toddler Time on the last Thursday of every month!

Space is limited. Please pick up your free tickets at the Children's Reference Desk the morning of the program to gain entry to Little Seedlings story time.