Storytimes
Baby Bees Storytime for ages 0-3
Books, songs, rhymes, and more using the Basics for babies and toddlers ages 0-3 years. The summer session will meet Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Moultrie Library from June 7 through July 19. Fall session will begin mid-August 2023.
Preschool Sing Talk and Read for Success (STARS)
Preschool STARS will not meet over the summer; the fall session will start mid-August 2023. Stories, songs, activities, and more for preschoolers ages 3 and older. Fridays at 10:30 a.m. at the Moultrie Library.
Early Learning & Literacy Resources
The Basics Colquitt County and Basics Insights
Ninety percent of a child's brain development happens by the time they reach age 5. The Basics are five simple, yet powerful, principles that build the foundation for a child's future success, in school and beyond. Visit thebasicscolquitt.org to watch videos about each of the Basics and to sign up for free Basics Insights text reminders. MCCLS is a proud partner of The Basics Colquitt County.
Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter their family’s income.
Reading Challenges
Beanstack Reading Challenges for Kids
Reading challenges for all ages, including 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, Read Woke Diversity Reading Challenge, and the Basics challenges for infants and toddlers.
Summer Reading Program for Kids
Each year MCCLS hosts a summer reading program. The main purpose of the summer reading program is to minimize summer learning loss by encouraging kids to keep reading over the summer. We also welcome families to the library with free fun and educational programming throughout the summer months.