The 2025 Week of the Young Child (WOYC) will be from April 7–12.
Join Akron-Summit County Public Library in celebrating Week of the Young Child, to honor and support young children and their families! From interactive storytimes to staff-created activity kits, this week is filled with fun, educational events, aimed at encouraging early literacy Ready to Read skills. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect with other families, discover new resources, and inspire your child’s creativity and learning. Read, Write, Sing, Talk, & Play with us all week long!
Other Week of the Young Child Activities
Get a Free Book
Monday, April 7
Visit your favorite branch location to pick up a free picture book for your young child, ages 2-5 years old, or a special Book for Babies Bag for your infant/toddler. While supplies last.
Pick up a Fine Motor Activity Kit
Tuesday, April 8
Young children need opportunities to develop fine motor skills before they can print letters. Stop by one of the participating branch locations to pick up a fine motor activity kit. While supplies last!
The following branch locations will be participating:
- Ellet
- Goodyear
- Kenmore
- Mogadore
- Nordonia Hills
- North Hill
- Odom
- Portage Lakes
- Richfield
Attend the Sing-A-Long with Nancy Kopman
Wednesday, April 9, 10:30 am
Ellet, Goodyear, Portage Lakes, and Richfield branch locations are hosting a special virtual sing-a-long with Nancy Kopman! Energize yourselves and get your little ones moving and grooving!
Visit the New Akron-Summit County Public Library Early Literacy Page
For additional educational activity ideas and resources for young children and their families.
