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Celebrating Week of the Young Child

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Explore Week of the Young Child and how music, cooking, art, and daily routines help young children build language, math, and social skills. This week, we’re sharing one idea each day as a reminder that early learning is not confined to a classroom, it is built in the everyday moments of a child’s life. Check out these daily ideas for ways you can participate at home! read more
Two preschool girls swinging on a swing at the park.

Love to Learn: Spring Activities for Minnesota Kids

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Spring is here… Almost! Head to your neighborhood park for color hunts, cloud watching, obstacle courses, and more. Free spring activities for kids ages 0–8. read more

Love to Learn: Your Neighborhood Public Library

Love to Learn: Your Neighborhood Public Library 1709 2560 Ann Frances Gregg
Get a free library card for every member of your family. Way to Grow shares why neighborhood libraries are one of the best early literacy resources available. read more
Happy National Reading Month! Here's how you can celebrate!

Celebrate National Reading Month

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March is National Reading Month and we want to help you celebrate! This month is a great time to mix up your routine and find new ways to make reading part of your family’s daily life! Small, simple activities can help keep kids engaged, encourage curiosity, and make reading feel like something to look forward to. From quick outings to creative at-home ideas, there are plenty of approachable ways to celebrate with your family and spark a joy for reading. read more

Love to Learn: Free Coloring Sheets for Kids

Love to Learn: Free Coloring Sheets for Kids 2560 1707 Ann Frances Gregg
Way to Grow’s free coloring sheets for kids support fine motor skills, color recognition, and creativity. Download and enjoy at home! read more

Printable Coloring Sheets

Printable Coloring Sheets 2560 2560 Way to Grow

New! Coloring sheets for kiddos! Looking for a simple, screen-free activity to keep kids engaged at home? Our printable coloring sheets are an easy way to encourage creativity, focus, and…

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African American mother and father playing on the floor with toddler.

Love to Learn: Easy Indoor Activities for Kids

Love to Learn: Easy Indoor Activities for Kids 2560 1703 Ann Frances Gregg
When families need to stay home, these easy indoor activities help kids learn, connect, and find moments of calm through play-based learning. read more
African American family celebrating in their living room with streamers and balloons.

Love to Learn: Celebrate New Year’s with Kids

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Celebrate New Year’s Eve with kids using early countdowns, global traditions, and simple activities that end in time for bedtime. read more

July Highlights: Way to Grow Community Updates

July Highlights: Way to Grow Community Updates 2560 1440 Ann Frances Gregg
Catch up on July highlights from Way to Grow: local bookstore partnership, dress donations, and staff milestones. See how our community grows together. read more

Join Us at MOA for “Turning Pages, Changing Lives”

Join Us at MOA for “Turning Pages, Changing Lives” 1707 2560 Ann Frances Gregg
Join Way to Grow for “Turning Pages, Changing Lives,” a free children’s literacy event at Mall of America on August 9. Story time, author meet-and-greets, crafts, and more! read more

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