Family Literacy and Learning
Rhyming Tots
This free drop in program is for parents or caregivers with children ages 0-5 years. Oral language fun with rhymes, songs, stories and snacks. Transportation within Wetaskiwin is available upon request.
Tuesdays from 9:30 am – 10:30 am at The Early Education and Family Wellness Centre, and 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm at Parent Link. Call us for more details at 780-352-7257.
Tuesdays 9:30 – 10:30 & 1:30 – 2:30
Sept. 25 – Dec. 4
Books for Babies
This program helps put books into homes as early as possible by giving a book bag to infants at their four month immunization. Baby receives their first library card along with two board books. Information about the impact of early literacy along with strategies for you to help your child in the early years is also included.
Program Sponsor: City of Wetaskiwin FCSS & County of Wetaskiwin FCSS
Community Outreach/ Day Home Visits
The Rhyming Tots program goes on the road! In partnership with licensed day homes, children in the care of day homes receive a modified version of our regular Rhyming Tots program. This ensures their ability to participate in fun, literacy oriented programming while in the care of their day home provider.
Community Outreach/ Day Home Visits
The Rhyming Tots program goes on the road! In partnership with licensed day homes, children in the care of day homes receive a modified version of our regular Rhyming Tots program. This ensures their ability to participate in fun, literacy oriented programming while in the care of their day home provider.
New! Family Programs
Rainbows
- Helps children grieve and grow after loss
- Builds confidence and self esteem
- Helps prevent destructive behaviors
To register your child or to inquire about this program, contact our office @ 780-352-7257
Roots of Empathy
- Helps to raise social and emotional competence
- Increases empathy
Coming to selected schools in Fall 2018.
Speak Safe for Pre-Schoolers
- A preventative learning program about personal safety for children
- Conveys a powerful message to children about their right to grow up abuse free
Contact our office @ 780-352-7257 for more information.
Join A Program
There is no cost to attend family literacy programs.
780-352-7257
Please phone us to find out more.
Hours
Monday - Friday 9 am - 4 pm
from September until July
Address
5010 - 50 Avenue,
Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 2E9