Early Education (0-5)
The Early Education Mission
To provide children and caregivers of all backgrounds with access to high quality Early Education programs and resources so that they have the opportunity to learn about new ideas, skills, and possibilities, as well as a safe space to explore, play, connect, and grow.
Address
150 E San Fernando St., San José, CA 95112
Araceli Delgado-Ortiz
araceli.delgado@sjlibrary.org
araceli.delgado@sjlibrary.org
Early Education Programming
Take Home Materials & eResources
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Join the challenge to read 1,000 books with your child before they enter Kindergarten.
Books and More Bilingual Backpacks
Each bag includes books, toys and a music CD so that you can read, talk and sing with your child.
Wee Play & Learn Activity Boxes
Nine different activity boxes include books and educational toys to take home and learn about concepts such as science, shapes, dinosaurs and more.
Wee Read! Books to Go and Grow
Each themed bag contains picture books widely reflecting culture, race, gender, family makeup, or ability.
Parents & Caregivers
Resources for Parents & Caregivers
Help prepare your children for school, support their unique learning abilities, keep them safe online, and boost your child's academic success and achievement.
Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) Caregivers in Our Community
Learn about Friends, Family, and Neighbor Caregivers - who they are and why they are trusted.
Wee Grow
Receive free developmental screenings for your child, access practical information about developmental milestones, and get connected to community resources.
Early Learning Spaces
Wee Explore PlaySpace
The Wee Explore PlaySpace in the King Library Children’s Room is a destination for children (ages 0-5) to ignite their imagination and learn through open-ended play and exploration.
San José Bridge Libraries
The Bridge Collection is currently located in multiple Family Resource Center locations, offering books in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese for families with young children.
Wee Play
Wee Play San José Stations provide access to learning-based toys and comfortable environments for children and caregivers to interact while developing physical, cognitive, and social-emotional skills.
Latest Blogs
Picture Books About Self-Love
September is a wonderful month to encourage children to love themselves!
Ila Langner
09/05/2023 - 10:00 AM
Students: Library eResources for YOU!
Students, the Library has much to offer you in terms of databases, student cards, homework and test help, and access!
Ila Langner
08/29/2023 - 10:00 AM
My Child Has an Accelerated Reader or Lexile Reading List: How Do I Find a Book?
Learn about the Library's wonderful resource for finding books for your beginning (or older) readers!
Ila Langner
08/23/2023 - 10:00 AM