Share the stories we've shared together during Lapsit again at home!

These are just a few of the many stories we've shared together! Did your toddler have a favorite? Did YOU have a favorite? Come check it out here at Matteson Public Library!

Yummy, YUCKY by Leslie Patricelli

The Sounds Around Town by Mario Carluccio

Miss Mouse’s Day by Jan Ormerod

Spot Says Goodnight by Eric Hill

Goodnight, My Duckling by Nancy Tafuri

Separation Anxiety? It's normal!

Why is my little one so clingy? When should he/she “grow out of it"? When will they share? When will they express interest in playing with other children? Your little one will go through many social phases as they grow.

Find out many of these answers here: http://www.babycenter.com/0_toddler-milestone-socialization_11742.bc

I can do it all by myself! (And they should!)

I know it can be hard to allow your little one to take all the time they need to get themselves dressed but check out this article on why it is so important to allow them to do this simple independent daily activity here:

http://life.familyeducation.com/independence/toddler/53236.html

I hear sounds!

Check out this website for great ideas on incorporating various sounds into your toddler’s playtime:

http://www.toddler-activities-at-home.com/preschool-science-activities_sound.html

Increasing Your Toddler's Vocabulary

Check out this website for some great tips on increasing your toddler’s vocabulary:

http://www.ehow.com/how_5064870_painlessly-increase-toddlers-vocabulary.html