SPANISH CD's REVIEW - I can't recomment the Pimsleur language method enough. It's one of the most effective ways to learn a new language, and studies show that learning a new language is great for aging brains. The Alta Community Library has complete sets of Spanish Language Learning CDs. Check them out! Start learning a new language today. Exercise your brain for health! by Joan Zwagerman 

BOOK REVIEW of "All the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Witaker

"Thanks so much for ordering this book. It is complex and full of twists and turns. I really enjoyed reading it! by Tammy Peterson

Early Literacy (0-5)

Speciality programs

Join us on Wednesdays in June and July, check the calendar for time and location.

Summer Story Time

Join us every Friday morning at 10:30 am at the Alta Shelter house in the city park  Friday Story Time is for ages elementary and under. We'll read stories, sing, play, and have fun with friends

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is a self-paced literacy initiative designed to help get your child ready to read! Learn more about how you can participate, and visit the library to sign up!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Thanks to the wonderful support of the Warrior PTO, we can offer Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for all children under the age of 5, living within the zip code of Alta (51002) and Aurelia (51005)! Dolly Parton's Imagination Library sends your child a free book in the mail every month until they turn 5. Learn more and sign up!

STEAM kits and story kits for checkout 

Located at the main library

Story walk in the city park

 

Additional Resources

Tips on reading to children, vocabulary building and a link

Help Children Build Strong Language Skills 
Tips to work with your child to build a strong vocabulary and other language skills.

Ways to Read to Children
Things to do before, during and after reading a book to your child.
Meaningful Writing Experiences 
Reading and writing go hand in hand. Help your child with writing by providing opportunities to practice writing skills.

Iowa's Early Childhood Parent Web Site

This site was created to provide FREE objective, medically accurate early care, health, and education information for families in Iowa. Topics include child care, health and safety, child development, learning to read and write, parenting, pregnancy, and many others.