Parents as Teachers

Has your child's teacher made a significant impact on their education and life? Do you want to recognize a staff member who goes above and beyond? The WSD rolled out a new way to honor our staff, and it only takes a few minutes to do. Nominate a teacher or employee for a Wentzville Wow Factor Award anytime throughout the school year to let them know they are making a difference!

Join us for a delightful time with your child as we celebrate all the things we're thankful for! We'll create some fun fall crafts, get moving with raking leaves, and make pretend apple pies. We can't wait to share this wonderful family fun with you!

Evening Session: Wednesday, November 13 at 6-7 p.m.

Morning Session: Thursday, November 14 at 9-10 a.m.

Location: Berrey Place Center

Address: 1 Campus Drive, Wentzville, MO 63385 (Next to Lion's Choice)

Is your child a picky eater? Are meal times a struggle for you in your home? You are not alone! Join us as Amanda Fullerton, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, shares insights on various eating behaviors and offers strategies to help navigate your child's picky eating challenges.

Babysitting WILL be available for this presentation! Please fill out the registration form for more details.

Date: Thursday, November 14

Time: Presentation will begin promptly at 6 p.m.

Location: Barfield Early Childhood Center

Address: 2025 Hanley Rd, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368

Have fun and meet some new friends at Playtime at Little Bits Gym. We are excited to partner with Little Bits Gym to offer this fun opportunity for gym play! Children ages 5 and under (along with a parent or guardian) can join the fun!

You MUST register and fill out a waiver prior to this visit.

The link is listed for you below.

You will pay the $10.00 fee when you arrive for the event.

Date: Friday, November 15

Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Little Bits Gym

6225 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis, MO 63367

Join PAT for STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) Night! Bring your science superstar(s) to a night full of making predictions and experimenting. We will investigate magnets, stack cups, examine using ramps, conduct sink or float experiments, and so much more!

Date: Wednesday, November 20

Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Location: Crossroads Elementary

Address: 7500 State Rte N, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368

It's that time of year where germs are abundant and coming into our homes. Here are some fun videos for you and your child to help prevent the spread of germs.

Please keep in mind that our educators are in MANY homes! If you or your little one are not feeling well, please reach out to your educator to reschedule your visit. We can send you resources and talk on the phone with any big concerns you may be having. Thank you!

Home visits are a vital aspect of supporting families, and Parent Educators work incredibly hard to plan your personalized home visits. Please let us know if, due to illness, or life's other demands, you need to reschedule an in-person visit. We will gladly accommodate your family's needs by changing your in-person visit to a virtual or phone visit. While we understand that life happens and rescheduling can be a part of that, please know that your parent educators count on your visits. Virtual and/or phone visits allow us to maintain that connection in order to continue to offer the best support to your family!

Hey parents and caregivers! Are you looking to gain more knowledge on parenting topics such as toilet training, nutrition, sleep, discipline, speech and language, pediatric anxiety, and much more? We have a resource for you! Check out our virtual library of various parenting topics on our website. Virtual parenting groups are available for you to watch at your convenience. Make sure to connect with us if there is a topic you would like to see added to our library.

Are you looking for an affordable preschool for your child? Did you know the Wentzville School District High Schools offer high-quality, low-cost preschool classes for children ages 3-5? They are a great way to introduce your little one to preschool and to help build their social skills. Check out the information below to learn more about the North Point, Liberty, Timberland, and Holt High School preschool classes. Click on the images below to learn more. REGISTER NOW! THESE CLASSES FILL UP FAST!

Are you struggling with your child's behaviors? Do you feel like you are constantly in a power struggle with your child? Master the art of confident parenting with Conscious Discipline. Conscious discipline is a social-emotional learning program designed by Dr. Becky Bailey and based on brain research. It supports teaching self-control and self-regulation in both parents and children, focusing on a better understanding of managing big feelings and making connections. Watch these virtual trainings presented by Parent Educator, Lucy Bigelow, to learn more about the conscious discipline method. Linked below.

Did you know the Library to You Bookmobile makes stops around the Wentzville area? Grow your reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Browse materials, use the Wi-Fi, chat with friendly staff members about your favorite books, and more. Click the link below to find out where the Bookmobile will be this month.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

The Storybook Walk provides a new outdoor adventure that champions family connection, early childhood development, and health and wellness. Stories are hand-picked by library staff with a child’s enjoyment in mind. Pages are posted at several stations along a trail, allowing families and friends to enjoy a story as they walk the path and take in the scenery.

New stories are featured frequently so that the fun continues year-round. Take a walk with us and read a new story each month at the locations listed here.