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Celebrate 3.14 on March 14! A Pie for Pi Day

Pi Day, which takes place every year on March 14, celebrates the mathematical constant, Pi, or 3.14… Some of our favorite ways to celebrate include Pi memorization contests, talking about Pi, making crafts and, of course, eating pie! Beyond just enjoying a tasty dessert, making your own pie is a great opportunity to get creative, spend time with family and …

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10 Types of CAMPS to Explore

Use our Family Fun checklist to narrow down your child’s camp choices. Is there a type of camp they may not have considered yet? To Zoom into this list and explore other camp-related stories and resources, read our digital edition here.  

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Friendship, Family & Love: 9 Tales of Connection

By the staff of Frederick County Public Libraries This season, we celebrate Valentine’s Day—and the love of friendship and family—in books that explore connections of all kinds, from siblings and grandparents to culture and community. Read through these stories with your child as you reflect on the love you share as a family. Picture Books “I’ll Love You More Than …

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  • Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten

    Some of the most dramatic brain development occurs during the first three years of a child’s life. During this critical time children are acquiring their ability to think, speak, learn, and reason. According to the US Department of Education, the best way to nurture these young minds is to read aloud to them—even as an infant. Research has shown that …

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