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1 MILLIONTH book coming to a shelf near YOU!
Countdown to 1M...December 2022
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November 2022
Imagination Library eNews
Information and resources for Imagination Library families
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As of October 2022, 📚 988,328 books have been delivered to more than 27,225 children in Erie County.💯💰100% of Imagination Library program funds are raised by support to United Way of Erie County. Learn More and register an Erie County child under the age of 5 in your life: UnitedWayErie.org/Imagination
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Do you know someone who may want to register a child for United Way's Imagination Library in Erie County?
It's simple! Forward this newsletter or share this link.
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Countdown to 1 Millionth Book!!! |
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United Way of Erie County is counting down to our one millionth Imagination Library book being received by an Erie County family in December 2022! Thanks to Kara Coleman at Erie News Now, we can hear about one family's involvement in Imagination Library and what that has meant to them. Learn more
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United Way of Erie County is partnering with Erie Contemporary Ballet Theater (ECBT) for their Nutcracker performances at Mercyhurst University's Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 26th and 27th.
Here, we will get to highlight the Imagination Library program just days before we kickstart the Month of Millionth!
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Imagination Library Book Spotlight |
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Families Belong
Dan Saks
This deliciously warm board book is an appreciation of the unconditional love and comfort shared within a family.
Through a handful of specific yet universal scenarios, from singing songs together to sharing food together, from dancing together to lying together, this book invites the youngest readers to celebrate what it means for a family to be truly together. Watch the read aloud!
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Keep Your Family Going This Month! |
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Am I Really My Child's First Teacher?
You might be thinking, "I'm a parent, not a teacher." The great news is, whether you've had training or not, you are your child's first teacher. So, what can you do? Here are three quick, yet impactful suggestions for quality literacy experiences.
All in the Family
Time with aunts, uncles, cousins and more is a great opportunity for learning, family storytelling and building a sense of belonging. Check out the link for more strategies/ideas for enriching children's relationships with extended family.
Simple Ways to Help Your Child Become a Better Problem Solver
As parents it is natural to want to help our children when they struggle...but the stress children experience as they work through a challenge actually leads to growth. When we run to our kid's rescue, we unintentionally communicate that we don't think our kids are capable of mastering the challenges they face and that only adults can solve their problems. Here are four simple ways to help your child be a better problem solver. Learn more
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Take a moment to plan which events may fit into your family schedule.
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Did you know good attendance in Preschool and Kindergarten can help your child be prepared to become a reader in Kindergarten and First Grade?
This parent resource from Attendance Works details habits to start now with your child that will set them on a path to success and attendance in school!
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Quality Early Care and Education Help is Available! |
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Erie’s Future Fund wants more children to be prepared for success in kindergarten and life. The Fund provides scholarships to children from low-income families to attend a high-quality early childhood education program within Erie County.
Through the federal Head Start program, Child Development Centers offers a free, full-day preschool program to 3-, 4- and 5-year-old children that includes breakfast, lunch, snack, and transportation at select locations. Families can learn more about the Head Start program by calling 814-480-9505 or beginning their enrollment online at www.cdcenters.org/enroll-now.
If your family resides in Erie County, has an annual income at or below 185 percent of the poverty level and have a child who will be attending kindergarten in one or two years, your child may be eligible for these scholarships! Learn more about quality early care here.
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Erie Family Center's Diaper Depot |
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Thanks to support from United Way of Erie County, the Erie Family Center's Diaper Depot is now countywide and expanding! Be sure to check out the Erie Family Center for complete information on upcoming Diaper Depot distribution events. Learn more
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Fall fun activities across Erie County can be found on Macaroni KID Erie's site.
Great information, resources, reading guides and tips are shared on the Imagination Library for Erie County Facebook page.
Be sure to Like and Follow the page to stay up to date and informed!
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Help is one call away.
Please remember to dial United Way's 211 helpline when you need help or face times of uncertainty. A trained operator will connect you with information about financial assistance, counseling, food/clothing/shelter, health services, substance abuse and much more! It's always free and confidential.
You can also text your zip code to 898-211 to be helped by 211.
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If you are not receiving books, or have a specific question about the Imagination Library please contact Joanna Peters via email or phone (814) 456-2937 ext. 233.
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