Events › Storytime & More | Family

Introduce your child to the world of books while learning easy ways to build early literacy skills.

Programs begin at 11:00AM at the National First Ladies Library & Museum (205 Market Ave. South, Canton, OH 44702). Free parking is available in the First Ladies National Historic Site parking next to the historic Saxton-McKinley House which is one block south of the Museum.

Free parking is available in the First Ladies National Historic Site parking next to the historic Saxton-McKinley House.

The National First Ladies Library & Museum is closed to the general public on Mondays but will be open for these special events. 

It’s easy to set your child up for a lifetime of success. In fact, you’re probably doing it without even realizing it. Every time you sing, play, rhyme, and read you are investing in your child’s future by building literacy skills, making learning fun, encouraging creativity, and sparking curiosity.

Why is storytime important?

With an early introduction to skills such as holding a book or listening to stories, kids have a better chance at succeeding in school, which translates into positive outcomes later in life. Our early literacy initiative focuses on providing the information and tools that parents, caregivers, and educators need to facilitate early literacy development. Early Literacy is the knowledge a child develops about reading and writing before actually learning to read or write.

What is the role of a parent or caregiver during storytime?
A parent or caregiver must remain in the storytime area. It is the perfect time to gain awareness of age-appropriate books, music, songs and activities suited for your child.

How can you make the most of storytime?

• By attending storytime regularly.
• By arriving a few minutes early.
• By participating when encouraged to do so.
• By not bringing food or toys.
• By taking an upset child out of the area until he or she calms down.
• By talking with your child about the stories afterward.
• By repeating the storytime rhymes and songs at home with your child.