Overview

Family Literacy Calendar for K-1

See your child’s reading skills improve with a little practice every day. This calendar provides a daily activity idea related to an essential skill designed especially for children in kindergarten and first grade.

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Grade Level Reading Lists

One of the most common questions from kids and parents is for recommendations based on grade level. Here are our recommendations for grades one through six. 

Homework Help K-6

Online tools to help tackle elementary school homework.

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Learning Tools

Learn a language, explore careers, practice tests and more.

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Blog Posts

CADL youth librarians are your partner in nurturing your love of reading.

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Join us for our Summer Reading Challenge.
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Join us for a celebration of reading.
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Mari is joined at the mic by special guest Lynn Harper, Branch Head at CADL Dansville, to take a look back at the titles they're excited about.
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June 1–Aug. 6, 2022
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Join the celebration with reading and activities for your little ones. 

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Upcoming Events

Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-6)

Tuesday Mar 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:00am Mason Engaging stories, songs and activities to help build early literacy skills. PLEASE NOTE: During the CADL Mason renovation project, storytimes will take place on the first floor of City Hall in the Sycamore Room, 201 W. Ash Street. 
PLEASE NOTE: Preschool storytime will be held on the second floor of City Hall in the Maple Room on March 19 and April 16. Read More

Baby Storytime (Ages 0 & up)

Tuesday Mar 19, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am Downtown Lansing Stories, songs and movement for our youngest readers and their caregivers. Read More
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Staff Picks

Katie S. Recommends

Wild Peace
I enjoyed reading this beautiful lilting story about finding renewed peace and joy in nature and getting outside. I would recommend it for anyone who loves the great outdoors.
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Thais R. Recommends

Blueberries for Sal
I recently re-read this gently suspenseful classic picture book of blueberry picking and an unexpected encounter. McCloskey's masterful storytelling is perfect for family read-along. 
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