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Talk, Read & Play is an informational campaign to support families with children ages birth to five. The campaign is a product of Countdown to Kindergarten, in collaboration with Thrive in 5. Why talk? Why read? Why play?

Events Calendar

Check here for special events in Boston and important dates to remember.
SANTA CARES
Dec 8 2013 10:00am - 12:00pm - Faneuil Hall Marketplace South Market Area Across From… 4 South Market Building Boston, MA 02109

Children with special needs and their

families are invited to attend a private

photo session where extra care is taken to

support the sensory, physical and other

developmental needs of children.

Sunday Dec. 8, 2013

10 a.m. to Noon

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

South Market Area Across From…

4 South Market Building

Boston, MA 02109

Please RSVP by Dec. 4 at www.santacares.co m

Mention “SANTACARES” and receive four complimentary Christmas Photo Cards

Railroad Museum Holiday Celebration
Dec 8 2013 11:00am - 3:00pm - 760 South Street Roslindale, MA 02131

 Join the Bay State Model Railroad Museum and our co-sponsors for our Annual Holiday Celebration! Santa will visit. .

Winter Around The World
Dec 8 2013 12:00pm - 3:00pm - Boston Children's Museum - 308 Congress St., Boston

 Celebrate the holidays with music, dance, art and cultural traditions from around the globe. Free with museum admission. 617-426-6500, bostonchildrenmuseum.org

Family Holiday Craft Program
Dec 9 2013 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Connolly Branch of the Boston Public Library 433 Centre Street Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

Come to the library and make fun winter crafts for the holidays. All ages welcome. 

ABC Story Time
Dec 10 2013 10:30am - 11:30am - Lower Mills Branch of the Boston Public Library 27 Richmond Street Dorchester, MA 02124

Come to the library for ABC Preschool Story Time. We will read stories, sing songs, dance, play and make crafts.

This program is appropriate for children ages 6 and younger. Large groups please register with Ms. Angela. 

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Your Child At...

Check here for specific information about childhood development by age, along with suggested activities.

Resources

  • Early Intervention and Special Needs
    If you have questions or concerns about your child's development or obtaining resources, click here for information on screenings and parent advocacy groups.
  • Education and Child Care
    There are many choices for families who need full or part-time childcare and early childhood education. Click here to learn about your options for public and private childcare and schools.
  • Family Support
    Raising a child is hard work! Click here to learn about organizations that support families with parenting programs, hotlines, workshops, and health initiatives.
  • Free and Low-Cost Activities
    Boston is a great place for families to have fun on a budget! Click here to find out about discounted or free cultural offerings, museums, and enrichment activities across the city.
  • Healthcare and Social Services
    Click here to find out about healthcare, nutrition, housing, mental health, and other social services that may be available to your family.
  • Outdoor Recreation
    Your family can enjoy all the seasons in Boston. Click here for a list of parks, playgrounds, and other outdoor recreation offerings citywide.
  • Parenting in Action TV Show
  • Something missing? Suggest a resource.