October Parent Activity
This month’s activity theme is Dramatic Play! Send us a pic of your favorite costume or playing dress up. You could win a free bag of goodies for your child. Open to parents and guardians who reside in Madison County, NC. Giveaway items are appropriate for children birth through Pre-K.
Dramatic play, a term that may sound sophisticated, is actually a fundamental aspect of a child's growth. Ever wondered why kids love to dress up like superheroes or play house with dolls? It's more than just a fun activity.
Dramatic play provides children with a unique platform to interact and engage with their peers. As they immerse themselves in various roles and scenarios, they learn valuable social skills such as sharing, taking turns, and cooperation. Through role-playing, children navigate complex social dynamics, negotiate roles, and engage in meaningful dialogue.
This type of interaction fosters the development of effective communication and active listening skills, setting a strong foundation for their future interactions.
Resources and Activities for Parents:
Sesame Street (Sesame Street Youtube Playlist)
Lakeshore Learning Free Resources
The Raising A Reader program helps young children improve literacy development through a weekly rotation of books sent to children’s homes and daily book sharing between caregivers and young children. Available in select Pre-K classrooms in Madison County.
Visit https://www.raisingareader.org/ for more information.
RAR Tip Page: Click Here
We are excited to offer FREE educational materials to parents, grand-parents, and caregivers of children aged 0-5 years in Madison County. We are open most Mondays 9 am - 12 pm and Thursdays 2 - 4 pm, and by appointment by contacting us directly: 828.689.1528 or beth@madisonss.org
Little Learning
Library
Our office is located in Spilman Hall at Mars Hill University 50 College St Mars Hill, NC 28754
Click this link to learn more about this program: https://www.madisonss.org/programs
Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Introduction to Kindergarten Readiness
Looking for Child Care?
You can access referrals by either emailing or calling
Southwestern Child Development Commission
Email a Parent Services Counselor: childcareinfo@swcdcinc.org
Call and speak to a Parent Services Counselor: 877.752.5955
Family Support
The Basics
Learn and grow with your child!
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