Overview
Early Learning Tips for Parents
Research shows one-on-one interaction between parent and child is critical for early learning. You can help your child develop important literacy and pre-reading skills. Five simple practices that help your child get ready to read are: Reading, Writing, Talking, Singing, and Playing. Attending storytime helps children develop imagination, comprehension and attention skills.
Preschool Learning Tools
Practicing preschool skills can be both educational and fun. Explore our online learning tools together.
StoryWalks
Not all reading happens on couches. Walk (and jump and run) and read at a CADL StoryWalk.
Early Learning Calendar
Print a calendar with daily activities that prepare children for success in kindergarten.
Raising Reader Backpacks
Backpacks filled with books, toys, music CDs and DVDs on a kid-friendly theme.
CADL Tales
Tune in for CADL Tales, a show that features CADL librarians reading stories and sharing activities.
Raising Reader iPads
Check out the full list of educational apps that we provide on our in-branch iPads!
Blog Posts
CADL youth librarians are your partner in developing your child's love of reading.
Storytimes & Playtimes
Lil’ Foodies Storytime
Saturday Nov 22, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm Haslett - In LibraryDo you have an adventurous eater at home? Or maybe a picky critic? Join us for our new storytime ser...
Family Storytime
Monday Nov 24, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am Dansville - In LibraryJoin us for stories, songs, and activities that feature letters of the alphabet and early literacy s...
All Storytimes
Staff Picks
Charlie S. Recommends
The Adventures of Captain UnderpantsKat V. Recommends
A Song for You & IMore Picks for Kids