Adults with Children Together
“If we are to raise literacy standards in any significant way, we need to do more to ensure that all parents have the confidence to support their children’s developing literacy and in so doing are encouraged to develop their own literacy.”
– Ruth Hayden, PhD, Professor Emeritus
Program Values
Together, adults and children learn new skills, gain confidence and have fun! Our programs provide families with the opportunity to reach their literacy goals together in a safe and supportive group. Our programs build on their everyday family practices and provide them with new and engaging ways to include literacy activities in their routine.
Family and Adult Programs are being offered both online and in-person. Please visit the link below for more information about programs and registration.
If the program you are interested in is full, please choose the waitlist option. We can accept registrations from the waitlist, if there is room to add you.
Program FAQ's
- Register for programs by clicking on the registration link.
- The Centre for Family Literacy offers fall, winter and spring sessions. To find out the exact start and end dates, and for more information about the programs, visit the registration website HERE.
- Registration is to be completed by the primary caregiver of the child(ren).
Age groups are listed under each program on the schedule below.
Family Book Club and 321 FUN! Book kits can be picked up by contacting the staff member listed in your confirmation email.
- We ask that each family register for no more than 4 Family programs per session.
- You can add yourself to unlimited waitlists if programs are full.
- You will receive an email that your registration was received within 2-3 hours after you register
- Once your registration is approved you will receive a confirmation email, including a Zoom link for online programs and location information for in-person programs
- If you don’t receive your confirmation email one week before the program begins, please:
- Check your junk mail or spam folder
- Search your email for programs@famlit.ca
- Add programs@famlit.ca to your contacts
- Email us at programs@famlit.ca
- Online Family Programs are 30 – 45 minutes in length and run for 10 weeks (unless otherwise noted)
- In-Person Family Programs are 60 – 90 minutes in length and run for 10 weeks (unless otherwise noted)
- Adult Group Programs are 1.5 hours in length and run for 10 weeks (unless otherwise noted)
- Adult Tutor Program meets with a tutor once a week, for about one hour
Click here to view the system requirements for your device to use Zoom
Yes, drop-ins are welcome to in-person programs until a program is full. Come check it out and register on site!
Current Programs
Ages: 0 - 6 years
COW Corner is a fun program that explores early literacy, numeracy and language development. Parents and children will explore early literacy through songs, activities and …
Ages: 3 - 6 years
Family Book Club is an engaging program that allows parents and their children to develop and strengthen their literacy, numeracy and language skills through interactive …
Ages: 0 - 3 years
Rhymes That Bind is an oral language development program that promotes positive parenting. Parents learn to enjoy rhymes, finger plays, songs and simple movement games …
Ages: 0 - 6 years
This special COW Corner program is an exciting new program that explores early literacy, numeracy and language development while celebrating diverse cultures. Each session we …
Ages: 0 - 3 years
Do you get excited to share program stories or songs from Rhymes that Bind with the Grandparents or Great Grandparents in your life? Attend this …
Ages: 0 - 6 years
In the Do-Re-Mi, ABC program, parents and caregivers will learn how musical activities can develop early literacy, numeracy, and language skills. We will explore music …
Ages: 0 - 6 years
In the Do-Re-Mi, ABC program in person, grandparents, parents and caregivers will learn how musical activities can develop early literacy, numeracy, and language skills in …
Ages: 3 - 6 years
Do you need help sorting the socks, measuring for a recipe or counting down to the holidays? Your child can help as they learn and …
Ages: 3 - 6 years
Family Book Club is an engaging program that allows parents and their children to develop and strengthen their literacy, numeracy and language skills through interactive …
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Big Kids Story SLAM! is a program full of storytelling and imagination. In this program we will share stories in a variety of fun, interactive, …
Ages: 0 - 6 years
Calling ALL working parents!! Is your everyday routine bursting at the seams? Not enough hours in the day to get through your To Do list, …
Ages: 0 - 3 years
Put on your jammies and join us for Pajama Time Rhymes that Bind. Explore language and literacy development from the comfort of your home while …
Ages: 0 - 3 years
Do you get excited to share program stories or songs from Rhymes that Bind with the Grandparents or Great Grandparents in your life? Attend this …
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Are you ready to ROCK?! This program is NOT your typical Rhymes that Bind program with tickle songs and nursery rhymes. No Way! Rhymes that …
Ages: 0 - 6 years
Rhymes That Bind is an oral language development program that promotes positive parenting. Parents learn to enjoy rhymes, finger plays, songs and simple movement games …
Need more Information?
For more information about programs and fees, please contact our Program and Training Manager at programs@famlit.ca
