Another school year has begun! If you still have little ones at home getting ready for HeadStart, preschool or kindergarten, it's the perfect time to explore resources that can help them on their learning journey. With your PLYMC library card, you have access to a wide variety of online tools and activities designed just for early learners.
Your Library Card Gives You Access to...
- ABCmouse, opens a new window – an educational resource filled with learning activities for ages 2-7+
- iVOX Books That Move!, opens a new window - providing interactive, virtual pop-up books for ages 3-8
- Libby Kids, opens a new window – find a collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks for children
- Hoopla Kids, opens a new window – open Hoopla and turn on Kids Mode to find child-friendly eBooks, eAudiobooks, movies, TV Shows, music, and more.
OPLIN Resources
As an Ohio resident, you have access to resources from the Ohio Public Library Information Network (OPLIN) at the Ohio Web Library, such as:
- Explora Primary Schools, opens a new window - this resource includes access to children’s learning magazines: Cricket and Highlights
- World Book Early Learning, opens a new window - a resource developed by experts to help young learners build their vocabulary, comprehension, phonics, and reading fluency.
INFOhio Resources
INFOhio provides Ohio residents with helpful early learning resources for ages 3-5, including:
- Ages 3-5 INFOhio eBooks & Videos, opens a new window - a collection of over 1200 eBooks and videos to read or watch for enjoyment and learning
- BookFlix, opens a new window - pairs nonfiction and fiction books together for young readers
- Early Learning Portal, opens a new window - a curated list of websites vetted by educational experts for children to build skills
- Highlights Library, opens a new window - fiction and nonfiction stories, videos and activities for young children
- World Book Early Learning, opens a new window - eBooks, videos, and activities to help the youngest children begin to develop learning skills
- World Book Kids, opens a new window - more eBooks, videos and activities for children to continue developing learning skills
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Daily reading is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to prepare your child for school success. Sharing books together every day helps build vocabulary, strengthens listening skills, and develops a love of stories that will last a lifetime. Letting your child choose what they want to read keeps reading fun and engaging.
Our library’s collection is full of wonderful options for every interest and programs like 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten make it easy to track and celebrate your progress along the way! (Plus, signing up is easy. You can register online!)
Need Assistance?
For additional help, schedule a one-on-one appointment with a librarian by calling 330-744-8636, emailing ASK@libraryvisit.org, opens a new window or visiting any library, opens a new window.
Have a wonderful school year working with your little ones at home and at the library!
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