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  • Play & Learn at the Park!

    Valle Crucis Community Park (2892 Broadstone Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604, United States)

    Weather permitting. Join us for Play & Learn group at the Valle Crucis Park! Our schedule typically includes free play, group time (story time and songs included!), and snacks before […]

  • Clap the Syllables

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Syllable awareness helps with language development and reading. How to do it: Clap out parts of words (e.g., ap-ple). What to look for: Participates in clapping Understands […]

  • The Postpartum Circle

    Boone Unitarian Universalist (381 E King St, Boone, NC 28607, United States)

    The Postpartum Circle is open to parents who are pregnant or with babies up to the age of 18 months. This includes biological and adoptive parents. We offer a nonjudgmental, […]

  • Letter Hunt

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Recognizing letters in the environment builds literacy skills. How to do it: Search for letters on signs, books, and labels. What to look for: Identifies familiar letters […]

  • Elevated Dads

    The Children's Council (Conference Rm) - 225 Birch St

    This weekly Dad meet-up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts, questions, and concerns while building their […]

  • Pattern Play

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Patterns support math and problem-solving skills. How to do it: Create simple patterns using objects (red-blue-red-blue). What to look for: Recognizes patterns Continues patterns Creates own patterns

  • Count Everyday Objects

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Counting in real contexts builds understanding. How to do it: Count items like snacks, toys, or steps. What to look for: Counts accurately Connects numbers to objects […]

  • Draw a Person

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Drawing supports fine motor skills and body awareness. How to do it: Ask your child to draw a person and talk about the parts. What to look […]

  • Fine Motor Play

    Countdown to Kindergarten

    Why it’s important: Strong hand muscles support writing and daily tasks. How to do it: Use playdough, beads, or building toys. What to look for: Uses fingers effectively Shows control […]

  • Babes on Blankets

    The Children's Playhouse

    Babes on Blankets is a Circle of Parents weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-4 years (childcare available). At Babes on Blankets, you can connect with other parents […]

  • Child Development Fundamentals: Infants

    The Children's Council 225 Birch Street, Suite 3, Boone, NC, United States

    Child Development Fundamentals: Infants (Birth-12 months)Participants will develop an understanding of developmentally appropriate activity planning based on group and individual needs of the infants in their care. Participants will recognize […]

  • CPR and Pediatric First Aid –

    Blue Cross Blue Shield Community Room 2640 NC Hwy 105, Suite 101, Boone, NC, United States

    CPR/Pediatric First AidThis training is for early childhood providers who are currently certified or need full certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Participants must have a valid […]