Kindergarten Readiness
According to the Maryland 2023-2024 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment Report, only 40% of children in Anne Arundel County demonstrate readiness for kindergarten. Kindergarten readiness, early literacy and community engagement have long been priorities at AACPL. Thanks to additional funding from Anne Arundel County, the library will be able to expand its kindergarten readiness program.
With two new vehicles and six additional staff, the library can bring its well-known school readiness programs to underserved communities.
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Upcoming Preschool Events
Movie Night - Migration (PG, 2023)
Join us for Popcorn and a Movie!
Come watch animated film Migration about Mack, a duck who does not want to leave his New England pond. His wife convinces him to head south for winter and their adventure begins.
Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at library programs has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Alergias Alimentarias: La Biblioteca no puede garantizar que la comida servida en los programas no ha estado en contacto con las nueces de árbol, la soya, u otros alérgenos.
Family Storytime
Families with young children enjoy a variety of stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early literacy skills.
Babies in Bloom
Babies from birth to 18 months (with caring adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and playtime while building early literacy skills. A great way to get to know other families in your community!
Sensory Friendly - Neurodivergent Storytime
Sensory Friendly - Neurodivergent Storytime
This supportive, judgment-free storytime is geared toward Preschool children (0-5) who have a hard time in large groups, are on the autism spectrum, or are sensitive to sensory overload. Space is limited and registration is required. Siblings welcome.
Please register once per family.
Join us every Friday for stories, songs and activities perfect for young children. Each week will be a different theme and activities!
Resources for Preschoolers
ABCMouse (Home Access)
With 3,500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, this award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-8+).
ABCMouse (In-Library Access)
With 3,500+ interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and other learning activities, this award-winning online curriculum is an invaluable resource for young learners (ages 2-8+).
Kanopy Kids
Kids streaming video from PBSKids, Highlights, Little Pim, and more. Checkouts from Kanopy Kids do not require Kanopy play credits.
TumbleBooks
TumbleBooks provides a streaming collection of animated, talking picture books that children can read or have read to them.