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--Count, Group, & Compare builds a foundation in the brain for strong math, science, and reasoning skills.
--This helps children understand numbers and relationships between objects and concepts
--They also help children recognize patterns & make sense of the world.
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--Math skills are developed through everyday experiences with counting, grouping, and comparing objects in the environment.
--Early versions of these skills are associated with later achievement in STEM and other areas.
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- FREE Books mailed to children birth-five years old.
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Click the QR CODE to register and your child will receive one age-appropriate book per month FREE of charge from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library until their 5th birthday.
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Parents will receive two developmentally appropriate messages from The Basics Inc. to help improve or establish strong parent-child relationships and teachings to their young child.
| | | Read any book to your child. The goal is to have read 1,000 books (YES) you can repeat books) before your child starts kindergarten. | This month, we focus on sharing stories and providing opportunities to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism and fostering worldwide support. We are committed to acting fearlessly for change. To help create a world in which autistic individuals are fully supported, championed and celebrated! | | | |
Child Abuse Prevention
United Way of Southwest Alabama is proud to join others across the nation in observing and promoting a Wear Blue Day during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.
| This special week is a dedicated time when we celebrate the importance of early childhood and the families, educators, and advocates who support these important years in a child’s life. Each day of the week highlights a different way to play. Make time for play this week and every week! | | |
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Toddler Time at Mobile Museum of Art: Thursday, April 11, 2024: Painted Leaf Mobiles & Upcycled Abstracts. $5 for members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session
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LODA ArtWalk – Celebrate World Circus Day: April 12, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Downtown, MobileKids' Zone: Crafts, Music, Photos, and more on N. Claiborne St.
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Mystery Pop-Up Event: April 13, 10:00-12:00PM. The City of Mobile Parks and Recreation Department celebrates World Autism Month with a FREE Sensory Experience at the West Regional Library which includes an activity station, story time, quiet zone, and more.
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The 4th Annual Kites over Mobile: Saturday, April 13: 10 am - 5 pm (Music by DJ Blayze, followed by The Will Thompson Band from 3-5 pm) Sunday, April 14: Noon - 5 pm (Music by DJ Geaux) Location: USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.
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Kids Day: Sat. April 20, 2024 10:00 AM-1:00PM Laveretta Park, 200 W. Parkway Drive. FREE: Nursery Rhyme Time! A magical morning of songs, stories, crafts, nursery rhymes, inflatables and so much more for all ages to enjoy!
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Lope the Loop: Sat. April 27, 2024. Check-in begins at 6:00 AM and the event starts at 7:30 AM (Run It, Walk It, Cycle It). Join us for a 3.5-mile walk/run around the Hank Aaron Loop! FREE: Runners, walkers, wheelchair users, cyclists, parents with children, leashed dogs, and more are all welcome! Online race registration will be available until the morning of the event. Register HERE!
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JC Penny Kids Zone: Design Your Own DREAM CATCHER: April 13th, 11:00 am -Noon Bel Air Mall Ages 4 & up| Parents get 10% off Coupon to boost savings
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Lowes Kids: Make a GARDEN CART PLANTER: a=April 20th, FREE (All Lowes) 10:00AM-1:00PM
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Family Art class at Mobile Museum of Art: Thursday, April 25th, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. $5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session
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Mobile Museum of Art After School Kids Sustainable Art Class: Each Tuesday 4:00PM -5:30 PM. $5 members per child per session | $10 non-members per child per session.
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ONLINE S.T.E.A.M. Class: Fri. April 19th, Tuesday, April 23rd and Monday, April 29th. Clink the link for times. Cost $20, 1-Hour Class
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MPRDKIDS SUMMER CAMPS (Ages 5-12) Camp Sessions: Mon-Fri 6/5-8/4 Sign up weekly: First come, first served Camp Weekly Fee: 7:30am-4:30pm, $25/per Camper Post-Camp Care: 4:30pm-6:30pm, $5/day or $20/week| Locations: Dortch, Hillsdale, Seals, and Hope Community Centers
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Dr. Deborah Curry: Program Manager: Email Phone: 251.431.0115
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