Library Based Programs
Library staff visit child care and preschool classrooms providing books, storytelling, and staff training.
Evidence Informed
Library staff visit child care and preschool classrooms providing books, storytelling, and staff training.
Evidence Informed
First Steps library programs connect librarians with child care programs and preschool classrooms, providing books, storytelling, and staff training.
This map only shows programs funded by South Carolina First Steps. For more information about services available in your area, contact your local First Steps partnership.
Our library programs connect local libraries, families, and early childhood educators to build early literacy skills in young children.
Families with babies and toddlers
Families with preschool-aged children
Opportunities for early childhood teachers, paraprofessionals, and program directors
First Steps local partnerships collaborate with local libraries to offer programs that promote early literacy in preschool classrooms and at home.
A focus on language and literacy development
Our library programs are designed to promote early language and literacy skills.
4,807
children served
1,058
families served
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counties served and more coming!
Parenting
Parents as TeachersHome visitation and group support for families, before birth and through age five.
Parenting
HIPPYHome Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) is a home visiting program that supports parents in their role as a child's first and most important teacher.
Parenting
Triple P (Positive Parenting Program)One of the world's most-trusted parenting programs, Triple P is used in 30 countries around the world.
Parenting
ParentChild+Home visitation for families with 2- and 3-year olds to promote early literacy skills
Parenting
Strengthening Families14-session group support program to promote strong and resilient families.
Parenting
Family LiteracyAdult education for parents of children 0-5 to pursue HS diploma, GED or English language skills
Parenting
Incredible Years12-week group support for parents for their child’s social and emotional development and behavior
Parenting
Motheread/FathereadGroup support for parents with low literacy levels in reading to their children
Parenting
LENA HomeLENA Home uses innovative technology to assess a family's home language environment and boost positive interactions between parents and children ages 0-3.
Parenting
Family CaféParent discussion groups that support one another and recognize each other as leaders.
Translation services are available.
