We’ve got a new “button” over on the right side – a purple “Day-by-Day”
button that zips you to a link full of literacy activities and stories. DaybyDayNY
is a website for young children and their families – and it’s part of NY State
Library’s “Ready to Read” initiative.
You’ve probably heard that libraries are essential to Family
Literacy. Well, it’s true. Our library like others in the state, bridge the gap
for those who may not have access to literacy resources. Part of our mission is
to provide educational resources for the entire family: computer and internet
access, books, music, and a collection of backpacks stuffed with materials for
hands-on exploration.
Now there’s one more tool in the kit: the Day by Day
literacy calendar that can help young children develop a love for books and
learning that will last a lifetime. The calendar uses multimedia to enhance
books, songs, and family health and bring these components to life.
The calendar changes every day. There’s a story (provided by One More
Story) - an e-book that includes
original music and sound effects, produced by former Sesame Street Music
Director, Robby Merkin. The cool thing: you don’t need an ebook reader – you can
just click on it and read along on a computer. In addition, the website
includes monthly activities, storytelling and nursery rhyme videos, rhymes for
young children, and craft activities for children and their caregivers.
DaybyDayNY is funded through the Federal Library Services
and Technology Act, with funds awarded to the New York State Library by the
Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.