Preschool-Age Programs
Kuna Library Programs for Preschool-Age Children
As a way to keep our patrons and staff as safe as possible, we ask that you abide by the following protocols when visiting the library:
- Class sizes are limited, and spots are given on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- If you or your child are not feeling well, please don’t attend our programs or visit the library.
- All programs are subject to change without notice.
Thank you for your cooperation and your participation!
Bilingual Storytime, Hora del Cuento
For English and Spanish-speaking kids of all ages.
Join us for fun stories read in Spanish and English, followed by a craft. All ages are welcome.
Offered Mondays 11:00-11:30
Kinder-Set Go!
Enrollment in this program is full. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list please register.
This is a kindergarten readiness program designed for preschoolers who will attend school in the fall of 2025. It is a parent (or adult caregiver)/child class, with one-hour sessions designed to work on skills to help a child prepare for school through interactive play, hands-on activities, and focused instruction for parents. The program runs from September 2024 to April 2025.
For more details, contact Alaina at (208) 922-1025.
Kinder-Set Go! is made possible by support from Tell Me a Story/Joshua’s Memorial Book Drive.
Learn with Me!
For children ages 3-4 and their adult caregivers. Registration is required.
Learn with me! is a kindergarten readiness program that focuses on skills needed to help children succeed in school. Learn with me! is not a preschool but instead a parent/child 45-minute program that focuses on kindergarten readiness skills. A generous grant from the Idaho Commission for Libraries funds this free program.
Music & Movement
For children ages 3-6 and their adult caregivers, however, all ages are welcome.
Thirty minutes of singing, dancing, musical instruments, and fun, that’s our Music and Movement class! The class instructor uses songs that encourage both fine and gross motor skills. Children must attend with an adult caregiver, and caregivers are encouraged and expected to participate with the child.
Offered the following days and times
Monday 10:30-11:00
Tuesday 10:45-11:15
Wednesday 10:45-11:15
Thursday 12:15-12:45
Play with Me!
For children of all ages and their adult caregivers.
This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers and their children to enjoy playtime together with various activities, including building with blocks, yoga storytime, toddler STEM, and much more! For all ages, no registration is required.
Offered Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15
Themes
October 1-Community Play
October 8-Alphabet Fun
October 15-Baking
October 22-Animals
October 29-Pumpkins and Fall
September 3-Olympics
September 10-home-themed pretend play
September 17-transportation
September 24-Oceans & Pirates
Storytime
For children ages 3-6 and their adult caregivers, however, all ages are welcome.
Children will have fun listening to stories and participating in activities that help develop early literacy skills while parents learn tips and tricks to develop these skills at home. Storytime is open to all ages.
Offered the following days and times
Monday 11:00-11:30 bilingual storytime
Tuesday 10:15-10:45
Wednesday 10:15-10:45
Thursday 11:45-12:15
September Themes
Week of September 3, Field Trip around the Children’s Room
Week of September 9, Back to School
Week of September 16, Numbers and Counting
Week of September 23, Opposites
Week of September 30, Colors
Toddle Time
For children ages 0-3 and their caregivers
Storytime, Music and Movement, and playtime all in one! It is ideal for children ages 0-3 and their adult caregivers.
Offered Mondays from 9:30-10:15
Other Resources
Early Literacy Skills
Did you know that we offer programs at the library for more reasons than just being crazy fun ways to spend your time?! Each program aims to help educate parents and their children about the 6 Early Literacy Skills, whether they realize they’re learning them or not. We’re sneaky like that!
Learn more about the 6 Early Literacy Skills and how you can help develop these skills in your child through fun at-home activities!
eBoooks and Audiobooks
Check out our growing collection of FREE eBooks and audiobooks on Libby. With the new addition of read-along, there are books for the entire family!
eBooks and Audiobook Collection for Kids
NEW! The Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) offers a FREE collection with 75% of its holdings dedicated to children, juvenile, and teen titles.
The Idaho Digital E-Book Alliance (IDEA) is accessed through Libby or the school app, Sora. Find out how to add the IDEA collection to your app today!