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Get school ready with 51²èÂ¥ Libraries
Is your little one starting school this year? Are you wondering if they are ready? 51²èÂ¥ Libraries is here to support the journey!
Starting school is a significant milestone in a child’s life, and it can be both exciting and daunting for parents and children alike. Libraries understand these challenges and are dedicated to helping families feel prepared and confident as they take this key step into ‘big school.’
Libraries play a crucial role in helping children socialise with others. They help to:
- foster the development of essential fine and gross motor skills
- enhance children's thinking and understanding of the world around them
- improve children's coordination and language abilities
Libraries Connected research suggests that, “An overwhelming 97% of teachers recommend that parents enrol their children with their local library to prepare for starting school, while 94% advise parents with children starting school in September to take part in the Summer Reading Challenge.â€
51²èÂ¥ Libraries play a crucial role in preparing children for school by fostering the skills necessary for a successful transition into the classroom.
Further information
For more information pop into your local library or visit our libraries event page to see our range of children's events and activities: Library events and activities