Pathways For Parents

05/18/2026

Due to construction our Math Everywhere at East Longmeadow Public Library is canceled for tomorrow 5/18

05/15/2026

let's talk about pencil grasp development and FUNCTIONAL grasps: https://www.theottoolbox.com/pencil-grasp-development

05/15/2026

April showers bring May museum passes! Our latest addition is Davis Farmland, a delightful children's farm located in Sterling, MA. Think of it like an outdoors children's museum with lots of things to play with and on, so many animals to interact with (including feed!), a water park, and even an apple orchard during the Fall! Be sure to check Davis Farmland's website for more information and pictures of everything to do!

**Adults must be accompanied by at least one child aged 12 or younger**

Check out the Davis Farmland museum pass at East Longmeadow Public Library to receive discounted admission prices for up to 6 people!

All museum passes can be found on our website:
https://eastlongmeadowlibrary.org/museum-park-passes/

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05/15/2026

When people talk about kindergarten readiness, academics tend to get all the attention. But the skills kids really need to be successful in the classroom come long before worksheets.

Let's break down the foundational skills that support learning, participation, and independence, including:
• regulating emotions and calming the body
• transitioning between activities
• using the bathroom and washing hands
• managing clothing and lunch containers
• attending, listening, and following directions
• sharing, waiting, and taking turns

These are the skills that help kids function in a classroom—and they develop through play, routines, and supportive experiences over time.

Want the FREE Printable Checklist? Drop an 🍎 in the comments and we'll send it your way!"

05/15/2026

GPL at the East Longmeadow Public Library is canceled for today, 5/15. See you next week!

05/14/2026

Hello families and friends! Here is a great resource some of you may want to check out and sign up for!!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14kAzY7PBLC/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Starting May 28th, FREE infant massage class!

Join Certified Infant Massage Educators to learn massage techniques and how to read your baby’s cues! For adults with babies newborn to "pre-crawling".

Register here --> https://forms.gle/pTSz6dn77LCKrKCU6

05/11/2026

Please join us this Saturday at the East Longmeadow Public Library for our very first in person parent training with Peggy Homie and guest speaker Jeanime Fitzgerald. Please register through the QR code or the East Longmeadow Library
If you have any questions email [email protected]

05/08/2026

Good morning, all GPLs at the East Longmeadow Public Library are canceled today, 5/8.

05/07/2026

Due to construction all GPLs at the East Longmeadow Public Library will be canceled for Friday 5/8.