Basics Newsletters
Small Moments = Big Learning with The Basics!
October 2026
Small Moments, Big Learning
Reading and discussing stories is a simple, powerful way to support early literacy and prepare children for Pre-K. Through stories and conversations, children practice listening, learning new words, remembering information, asking questions, and sharing their own ideas...
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Turn Laundry Day Into a Learning Experience with The Basics!
September 2026
Back-to-school season starts long before the first day. It begins in the little moments when routines start to shift, bedtime needs to move earlier, forms need to be completed, lunchboxes come out of the cabinet, and families begin wondering, "How will my child handle this change?"
For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, getting ready for school or child care is not just about supplies and schedules. It is about preparing for new people, new places, new routines, and time away from familiar caregivers...
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Build a Routine with the Basics Mecklenburg!
August 2026
Back-to-school season starts long before the first day. It begins in the little moments when routines start to shift, bedtime needs to move earlier, forms need to be completed, lunchboxes come out of the cabinet, and families begin wondering, "How will my child handle this change?"
For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, getting ready for school or child care is not just about supplies and schedules. It is about preparing for new people, new places, new routines, and time away from familiar caregivers...
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Embrace the Magic of Play with The Basics!
July 2026
As parents, it's easy to wonder: "Are they learning, or are they just playing?"
The answer may surprise you, they're doing both!
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Tips, Ideas and Events for You and Your Child from The Basics!
June 2026
Summer is here--and it's the perfect time to turn everyday moments into playful learning opportunities! Whether you're at the park, in the kitchen, or packing for a trip, you can help your child explore the world of numbers in fun and meaningful ways....
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The Basics Mecklenburg is part of the national Basics Learning Network, visit thebasics.org to learn more. The local campaign includes a countywide coalition of organizations and individuals working to make sure that every child gets a great start in life.
The Basics Mecklenburg is brought to you by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County.
For more information, email MeckBasics@SmartStartofMeck.org or call: 704.943.9596
The Basics Mecklenburg is brought to you by Smart Start of Mecklenburg County.
For more information, email MeckBasics@SmartStartofMeck.org or call: 704.943.9596