Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Toolkit for Parents

READING TIPS

Building Good Reading Habits

Begin reading to your child immediately. It may seem silly to read to very young children, but it will help you bond with your child and establish an important foundation for future learning. The earlier you start, the better the results!  Learn more by clicking the age-specific reading tips, provided by CMS and Read Charlotte.

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Birth to 2 Years

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Ages 2 – 3 Years

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Ages 3 – 5 Years 

KINDERGARTEN READINESS

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Helps with Kindergarten Readiness

Children who are read to early in life are better prepared for school. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has been shown to significantly increase the time parents and caregivers spend reading to their children each week. Learn more about preparing your child for kindergarten by selecting a reading tip.

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September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Did you know that one in three children in the United States is overweight or obese? Being overweight or obese can put kids at risk later in life for diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers. It’s not too late for the child in your life, though! We want to give you the information you need to help keep your family healthy. Here are a few ideas for the entire family getting started on the road to better health.

Join Us For Our Annual Bidders’ Workshop

Join Us For Our Annual Bidders’ Workshop

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Smart Start is accepting program applications for the FY22-23 funding cycle. You are invited to attend our upcoming workshop to learn more! About this event Smart Start of Mecklenburg County (SSMC) helps children turn five ready to thrive. SSMC is an innovator,...