Adventures in Early Literacy
Whether it is in person, or on-the-go, Adventures in Early Literacy offers fun, unique, engaging literacy programs and experiences aimed at creating lasting memories and fostering life-long readers.
Choose Your Own Adventure!
Adventures in Storytime
This fun, extremely popular 6-week class geared to children ages 3-5 along with their families and caregivers.
Each week offers a new book, and its theme is celebrated via:
- Songs
- Healthy Snacks
- Arts and Crafts
- STEM Activities
- Creative Play
- Games
- Gross Motor Play
- Dance
Each class ends with a lunch where participants are invited to sit down with one another to encourage community-building connections.
Adventures in Storytime aims to strengthen family/caregiver bonds, create happy memories, and foster a life-long love of reading!
Storybook Walk at Brown Drive Park
In February of 2021, thanks to the generous support from the Rotary Club of Ladysmith, Ladysmith and District Credit Union and the Town of Ladysmith, Adventures in Early Literacy was able to create a permanent, interactive Storybook Walk at Brown Drive Park.
It has since become a treasured destination for many families, schools and various organizations looking to get outside and read a book at the same time. The Storybook Walk consists of a children’s book spread out along 21 all-weather signs which gently guides the reader through a forest and field next to the playground. Each sign gives readers an opportunity to answer engaging questions and partake in fun, physical literacy prompts.
This free, self-guided experience runs year-round in rain, snow or shine with the books being swapped out on a regular basis.
Throughout the year, worthwhile special events are held at the park where a variety of community organizations come together to celebrate literacy.
Holiday Storybook Walk
Every December, First Avenue in downtown Ladysmith is transformed into an exciting holiday wonderland, made even more magical with the addition of the Holiday Storybook Walk. Thanks to a partnership with the Festival of Lights, art students from Ladysmith High School, and local volunteers, this festive stroll is an absolute must-see!
- Approximately 20 illuminated, hand-painted, life-sized Christmas characters hold the pages of stories for all to enjoy.
- This free, self-guided experience is available day or night and has evolved into a treasured holiday tradition, drawing visitors from near and far.
Since its inception in 2021, Adventures in Early Literacy has welcomed hundreds of school-aged children, preschools, and daycares to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and a cookie after exploring the Holiday Storybook Walk.
Pop-Up Storybook Walk
Throughout the year, Adventures in Early Literacy teams up with organizations around town to create Pop-up Storybook Walks. The Pop-up Storybook Walks appeared at the Ladysmith Museum, the marina, Transfer Beach and Arts on the Avenue. If you would like to have a Pop-Up Storybook Walk come to your school, daycare, organization or event, please see the contact details below.
Storytime on the Move!
Adventures in Early Literacy brings fun, interactive storytimes to schools and other organizations. Our camping-themed storytime, complete with a tent, supplies, and a pretend fire, is especially loved by children and adults alike.
For the latest books on display at Brown Drive Park and to stay in the loop for upcoming events around town, join the Ladysmith Storybook Walk Group/Adventures in Early Literacy on Facebook. To sponsor a book, be part of a special event, and all other inquiries, email Tanya@lrca.ca.
The Storybook Walk is an initiative of the LRCA’s Adventures in Early Literacy program. Join the Ladysmith Storybook Walk Facebook Group to learn about upcoming books, contests, special events and more!
Sponsors
Adventures in Early Literacy relies on the hard work of volunteers and from the generosity of sponsors to continually create unique literacy experiences for the community. We are grateful to the following sponsors who have supported us:
Ladysmith Resources Centre Association
P: 250-245-3079
F: 250-245-3798
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Registration no.
896835667 RR 0001
Mailing
P.O. Box 1653
Ladysmith BC, V9G 1B2
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