Rhyme Time
Engage your little one with stories and songs at Rhyme Time.
Interactive story time followed by play — perfect for your little one's learning and fun.
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Story Time Stay & Play at the Wauwatosa Public Library offers a nurturing environment for children aged 3-6 to explore stories, songs, and movement. This program is designed to foster early literacy and motor skills, encouraging children to attend independently if they're ready. It's a welcoming space for both kids and parents, with activities that may include art and STEM.
Following the structured story time, children can enjoy half an hour of unstructured play with toys that support their development. This is an excellent opportunity for kids to socialize and for parents to connect. The library ensures that the activities are age-appropriate, making it a thoughtful choice for families looking to enrich their child's learning experience.
Story Time promotes early literacy development through interactive stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement. Children will practice gross and fine motor skills, as well as independence; your 3-6-year-old is encouraged to attend on their own if this suits their growing independence and your comfort, but adults (and younger/older siblings) are welcome to join and participate as well. This program fosters exploration and discovery, and may include art, STEM, and mindful movement. Registration is not required. This Story Time session will be followed by half an hour of unstructured play with developmentally appropriate toys. Mr. Fred Rogers shared the importance of play when he said, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning.” We hope you'll stay and play with friends! Please note: Our children's programs are planned so that they are developmentally appropriate for children of the age range specified. Please respect these age designations when bringing children to Library programs.