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Preschool Programs

Safe Child Policy: Markham Public Library encourages children of all ages to visit the library and hopes they will find it a warm and inviting place to be. Programs and services are offered to make the library enticing to children, to help children enjoy their visits and to develop a love of books, reading and libraries. The Library is a public space and the safety of unattended children at the library can be of serious concern. Staff cannot assume responsibility of your child's care when the child is in the library. For the safety and protection of young library users MPL has in place policies and procedures for unattended children in the library. Please ask at your local branch for more information.

Registration for Fall programs begins August 17 @6:30 a.m.

Register online through EZ Reg unless otherwise noted.

Summer programs

Fall programs

Storytime schedule

Summer 2010

Adventures in Math & Science        4 to 6 years

Discover math and science concepts through  literature and hands-on activities based upon familiar situtations. Activities capitalize on children’s natural curiosity and help foster a positive attitude towards mathematics and scientific discovery.

Fee: $46

Library Date Time Barcode
Unionville Branch
Monday - Friday, Aug. 23 - 27 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. 172792

Here Comes JK

Ages 3 - 4 years

This program focuses on JK basics: colours, numbers, letters, shapes, eye hand coordination activities and more.  Children will also work on improving fine motor skills through fun activities, while making new friends and gaining independence.  This class is intended for kids entering JK in September.

Fee: $57.50

Library Date Time Barcode
Markham Village Branch Monday Aug. 9 – Fri. Aug. 13      1:30 – 3:30 pm    172489 

Fall 2010

Adventures in Math & Science        4 to 6 years

Discover math and science concepts through  literature and hands-on activities based upon familiar situtations. Activities capitalize on children’s natural curiosity and help foster a positive attitude towards mathematics and scientific discovery. View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Angus Glen Branch
Sundays, Sep. 26 - Nov. 21 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 175387
Milliken Mills Branch Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 175388
Books and Babies   0 to 12 months

A family literacy program which celebrates and supports parents and caregivers as baby's first teacher.  This program provides an intimate, educational experience with your child.  Learn how to interact with your baby to promote literacy from birth!  This program is best suited for babies who are not yet walking.  Free. Registration required.

Library Date Time Barcode
Angus Glen Branch
Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 2 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. 175522
Angus Glen Branch Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 2 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. 175523
Creative Baby 3 to 12 months

Focuses on the development of baby's skills through creative, sensory games.  You'll be introduced to a variety of enjoyable activites, stories and songs that you can play at home to keep your child connected and engaged with learning.  View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Angus Glen Branch
Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. 175525
Creative Toddler 18 to 36 months

Focuses on the development of your growing toddler through a child-based play approach.  This program provides you with the tools and guidance to encourage your toddler's development.  Enjoy a variety of games, activities and stories that you can use at home to keep your child entertained, engaged and learning. View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Unionville Branch
Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 175526
Fun with French 4 to 6 years

Give your child the opportunity to have fun with French.  This program is for the older pre-schooler, to learn French in a recreational setting.  Children will learn numbers, letters, and simple instructions in French. View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Markham Village Branch
Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 175489
Get Ready for School 3 to 5 years

Children will enjoy fun-filled, cooperative-play activities focusing on literacy, arts, math and science.  Participants will also build emotional skills, self-confidence and independence, fostering greater social and academic success at school. View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Markham Village Branch Sundays, Sep. 26 - Nov. 21 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. 176947
Milliken Mills Branch
Saturdays, Sep. 25 - Nov. 20 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 176946
Laughing with Letters 4 to 6 years

A literacy enriched program that nurtures learning and social skills for children in JK/SK and prepares the child for a successful educational journey.  Activities emphasize the development of literacy skills and encourage children to express their ideas. View program objectives.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Milliken Mills Branch Sundays, Sep. 26 - Nov. 21 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. 175383
Unionville Branch
Saturdays, Sep. 25 - Nov. 20 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 175384
Mandarin Club 3 to 6 years

Introduces Mandarin language in a fun and relaxed manner through nursery rhymes, songs, body exercises and interactive activities that are designed to encourage participation by students. Basic conversational skills are learned as a tool to communicate in daily living. Parents welcome at no extra cost.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Milliken Mills Branch Wednesdays, Sep. 15 - Nov. 3 3:50 - 4:50 p.m. 177316
Unionville Branch
Sundays, Sep. 19 - Nov. 7 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. 177315
Music World Ages 0 - 3 years

Links music, movement and language to reinforce all  aspects of learning.  You and  your child will be introduced to a variety of musical activities to encourage and support language learning and promote future literacy development.

Fee: $48 for 1 hour, $36 for 45 minutes

Library Date Time Barcode
Markham Village Branch
(3 to 12 months)
Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. 175389
Markham Village Branch
(12 to 24 months)
Wednesdays, Sep. 15 - Nov. 3 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. 181100
Markham Village Branch
(24 to 36 months)
Fridays, Sep. 17 - Nov. 5 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 177318
Unionville Branch
(3 to 12 months)
Fridays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 26 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. 175390

Play and Read 18 - 36 months

It's never too early to start reading! As your child's first teacher, you are instrumental in promoting reading readiness in your child. This play based program  nurtures early literacy and a love of reading.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Markham Village Branch
Saturdays, Sep. 25 - Nov. 20 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. 176909

Unionville Branch

Fridays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 26 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. 176915
Show and Tell Ages 4 - 6 years

This lively, interactive program provides children with a secure and comfortable environment to speak up, share their thoughts and ideas and prepares them for speaking in front of a class in their school years.

Fee: $47

Library Date Time Barcode
Angus Glen Branch Wednesdays, Sep. 15 - Nov. 3 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 177313
Markham Village Branch Tuesdays, Sep. 14 - Nov. 2 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 177312

 

STORYTIMES

Storytimes are offered free of charge. No registration is required - just drop in and enjoy!

Baby Storytime Ages 0 - 18 months

Babies from birth to 18 months (with favourite adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes and books. Baby storytime gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language. Lap bounces, tickle songs and the simplest of stories build a foundation for a lifelong love of books and reading

Library Date Time
Angus Glen Branch Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Markham Village Branch
Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Milliken Mills Branch Wednesdays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 24 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Unionville Branch

Mondays, Oct. 4 - Nov. 22
No storytime on Thanksgiving (Oct. 11)

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Family Storytime Ages 0 - 5 years

Family storytime is an opporutnity for every member of the family to participate in stories, fingerplays, songs and other activities together.

Library Date Time
Angus Glen Branch

Mondays Oct. 4 - Nov. 22
Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 25

7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Markham Village Branch
Mondays, Oct. 4 - Nov. 29 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Milliken Mills Branch Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Unionville Branch Mondays, Oct. 4 - Nov. 22
No storytime on Thanksgiving (Oct. 11)
7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Preschool Storytime Ages 3 - 5 years

Children from 3 to 5 years (with favourite adult) have fun with books, songs and activities as they build their early literacy skills. Preschool storytimes are a fun and instructive way for kids and grownups to share time together at the library.

Library Date Time
Angus Glen Branch Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Markham Village Branch
Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov 23 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Milliken Mills Branch Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov 23 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Unionville Branch Wednesdays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 24 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime Ages 19 - 36 months

Toddlers from 18 to 36 months (with favourite adult) have fun with books, songs and activities as they build their early literacy skills. Toddler storytimes are a fun and instructive way for kids and grownups to share time together at the library.

Library Date Time
Angus Glen Branch Tuesdays, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Markham Village Branch
Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Nov. 25 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Milliken Mills Branch Wednesdays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 24 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Unionville Branch Mondays, Oct. 4 - Nov. 22
No storytime on Thanksgiving (Oct. 11)
11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

 

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