November 19, 2018 2019 Changes to the PA One Book Program In 2019, the Pennsylvania One Book Program will adapt to meet the increasing need to support early literacy to Pennsylvania’s youngest learners. These changes include a shift in focus to get more books into the hands and homes of more children. Available Books There will be two books available for purchase: “Barnyard Banter” by Denise Fleming For infants and toddlers (available in English). “Not a Box” by Antoinette Portis For children ages three to five (available in English and Spanish). There are no minimum or fixed quantities required. Early learning providers, library staff, and community partners can purchase the exact number of books needed. To keep costs more affordable, paperback options are the only available option. Purchasing Details Purchasing of the two titles are through Scholastic Publishing Family and Community Engagement (FACE) program. If your organization already participates in the FACE or Scholastic Literacy Partners Program, you will just need to complete the order form available from Scholastic Publishing. Click here for the order form. A two-page Family Fun Guide for both titles will be available on the PA One Book website (www.paonebook.org) by January 2019. Other guides aligned with the Pennsylvania Standards for Early Childhood will also be available with activities for use by early childhood educators and families. With this change, copies of the One Book titles will no longer be mailed to early learning programs, however, anyone may purchase and donate copies to child care homes and centers, as well as families. *Information provided by NAEYC*
June 18, 2018 P.R.I.D.E. Pop Up Mini Art Festival Visit the P.R.I.D.E. Pop Up Mini Art festivals and experience fun activities designed to help young Black children learn about and celebrate their race, culture, and heritage. Children ages 3 to 8 will enjoy activity stations designed by trained artists and educators. Families are invited to enjoy free food, performances, art, and music! Festival Dates Upcoming festivals will be held at the following locations: East Liberty July 14, 2019, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Kingsley Association Homewood August 25, 2019, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Homewood YMCA Hill District September 15, 2019, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Center for Nurturing Families Questions For more information, contact Adam Flango at 412.383.8726 or AdamFlango@pitt.edu. Share this flyer with your network.
June 4, 2018 Summer Fun for The Whole Family It’s finally summer! Looking for something the whole family will enjoy that won’t break the bank? Look no further than the 2018 City of Pittsburgh Office of Special Events Summer Guide and CitiParks Summer 2018 Schedule. The City of Pittsburgh has a plethora of activities to keep young children and their caregivers entertained and playful this summer like the free Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park series. To learn more visit pittsburghpa.gov/events, check-out @PghEventsOffice on Facebook and Twitter, call 412-255-2493, or download the Guide. In addition to entertainment, Citiparks provides plenty of opportunities to stay active and healthy including 18 outdoor swimming pools, seven spray parks, the Summer Food Service Program, and more. To learn more visit citiparks.net, check-out @CitiparksPGH on Facebook, or download the Schedule.
