Building Minds through Play Series
Join early childhood professionals for interactive sessions to support children’s growth and school readiness. Discover practical activities to enhance daily routines, build a sense of identity and connection, and strengthen bonds through meaningful mealtime, playtime, and bedtime moments. With 90% of brain development happening by age 5, these early years are vital for creating a strong foundation. Families will enjoy dinner and take-home materials to continue the learning journey at home. This series is sponsored by the Early Childhood Advisory Council through a grant from the Maryland State Department of Education .
Building Strong Friendships- Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Calvert Library Prince Frederick from 5:30-6:30pm. Learn how to play on purpose! This session is focused on building strong emotional foundations, developing sense of self, and positive relationships with others through play. Come learn simple, hand-on activities to build your child's confidence and sense of belonging. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Building Curious Learners- Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons from 5:30-7:00pm. Discover ways to foster essential cognitive skills and early STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) concepts in young children through curiosity and play. Learn strategies to support memory building, problem-solving, and symbolic representation. Discover ways to nurture your child’s early math skills, explore science, and encourage artistic expression to help manage emotions and develop motor skills. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Building Happy Readers- Wednesday, February 26, 2026, at Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch in North Beach from 5:30-6:30pm. Discover how young children develop language and communication skills even before they can speak. Learn practical ways to foster your child's vocabulary, understanding, and communication through meaningful interactions, books and storytelling. Explore how these early experiences lay a strong foundation for future learning and development. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
For More Information call 410-414-5997.
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