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Storyville at BCPL is the newest project funded by the Foundation for BCPL to
support the library's mission to "mobilize resources that support the library's
commitment to a superior public library system where opportunities for literacy,
reading enrichment and lifelong learning are available to all."
This interactive early learning center hosts seven interactive play stations
where infants and preschoolers explore and grow while engaging in
developmentally appropriate activities. Books and activities at each site
promote cognitive, motor, language and social skills, depending on the age
group.
Babies can crawl around in the Baby Garden complete with manipulative toys,
textured flowers, mirrors, mobiles, peek-a-boo windows and board books.
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Sailing in Toddler Bay, July 2008.
Photo by R. Schaefer.
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Learning in the Baby Garden, July 2008.
Photo by R. Schaefer.
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The walking little ones can explore Toddler Bay, a landscape of imaginary water
with driftwood to crawl through, rocks to climb a lighthouse to visit and a toy
boat to rock.
Older children can play House with props in the home living area, put on a show
at the Theater complete with moveable sets and costumes, go shopping in the Store or practicing building at the
Construction Zone. There is even a town
Library stocked with picture books, concept books, picture nonfiction, folk and
fairytale books, DVDs, musical CDs, Baby Booster kits and comfortable seating
for adults to read with their children.
Storyville was the Foundation's most ambitious undertaking since its founding in
1999. This project opened the door for BCPL to provide an especially rich and
magical opportunity for preschoolers as well as adults to participate in
emergent literacy activities.
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If you would like to contribute to the Foundation for BCPL in support of
Storyville, please click here or call the Foundation office at 410-887-4474.
Foundation for Baltimore County Public Library
320 York Road, Towson, Maryland 21204-5179 USA
410-887-4474, foundation@bcpl.net
Last Revised: 04 September 2008
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