Play & Learn
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play IS serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” – Fred Rogers
We are honored to partner with BrightSpark Early Learning Services and Seattle Public Library to offer a drop-in Kaleidoscope Play and Learn in King County.
Our sessions offer a fun, nurturing, and inclusive space where children (birth to age 5) and their caregivers — parents, friends, family, and neighbors — can play, connect, and grow together.
Through joyful activities, our curriculum fosters inclusion, anti-racism, and a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Each 90-minute session includes:
- Free Play (60 minutes): Child-led exploration through building, arts & crafts, pretend play, tummy time, and more.
- Circle Time (30 minutes): Songs, stories, group sensory play, and shared learning activities.
- Caregiver Connection: Resources for child development and kindergarten readiness, plus time to network, share, and support one another.
No enrollment is necessary!!!
Our Locations:
Rainier Beach Library on Mondays at 10:30 am – Noon
Lake City Library on Tuesdays at 10:30 am – Noon
Columbia Library on Fridays at 10:30 am – Noon
Check the Seattle Public Library Events Calendar for updates and closures.
Given P&L purpose, this is not a drop-off program and the caregiver must accompany the child all the time. For the same reason, it is not a good fit for daycare centers, preschools, or other childcare organizations.
Play and Learn is a program of Denise Louie Education Center and funded by the Seattle Public Library. To keep this program free for the community, we collect anonymous data through a yearly survey. Your input helps us show impact and secure funding — thank you for your support!
