This month is all about reaching milestones at Gymboree Play & Music!
It’s a new year with new milestones for our little ones! That’s why our January theme is REACHING MILESTONES! Encouraging exploration, self-expression, and play is essential in early development and reaching important milestones. Our expert programming team compiled their top book recommendations that teach the importance of overcoming obstacles, believing in oneself, and celebrating small achievements.
Reach for the stars in January with the below fun reads!
How to Catch a Star By Oliver Jeffers
There once was a boy who loved stars. He decided to catch one… but how? He tried many different methods, but to no avail. Just as the boy is about to give up, he discovers that sometimes things aren’t where, or what, we expect them to be.
The Dot By Peter H. Reynolds
Vashti does not believe she can draw. One day, her art teacher tells her to “just make a mark and see where it takes you,” so she angrily jabs at her paper, leaving a small dot. This little dot would mark the beginning of Vashti’s creative journey of self-expression.
Because By Mo Willems & Amber Ren
Because sometimes the smallest moments can have the biggest influence. Number one New York Times best-selling author Mo Willems weaves a tale of inspiration, perseverance, creativity and accomplishment as we follow a young girl’s journey to become a musician and share her compositions with the world.
The Little Engine That Could By Watty Piper
Go vintage with this classic American folk tale, which became widely popular in the U.S. after publication in 1930 by Platt & Munk. You may remember this story from your own childhood! Follow a small yet determined engine as she completes a big job. This story teaches children the importance of hard work and a positive outlook.
The Thing Lou Couldn’t Do By Ashley Spires
Lou and her friends are BRAVE adventurers. They run FASTER than airplanes. They build MIGHTY fortresses. They rescue WILD animals. But one day, Lou’s friends want to do something Lou just knows she cannot do: climb a tree. She tries to convince her friends to play somewhere else; She makes excuses; She decides she doesn’t even want to climb the tree… but maybe she is just afraid? By first admitting, then facing her fears, Lou learns that the most important thing is just to try.
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