WEST MILFORD — Educationally focused child care provider Kiddie Academy of West Milford will host Storytime LIVE! on Aug. 24, inviting West Milford area children and their parents to come and enjoy a story highlighted by a visit from the story's lead character, Clifford the Big Red Dog.
"Our Storytime LIVE! event is open to everyone - our current students, new friends who would like to learn more about us, or anyone who would simply like to share a special experience with their child," said George Malanga, franchise owner of Kiddie Academy of West Milford. "Reading together helps prepare children for school and for life by introducing new ideas and building essential speech, communication and literacy skills."
The event is free and begins at 11 a.m. at Kiddie Academy of West Milford, 179 Cahill Cross Road, Suite 105.
The lead character from the story, Clifford the Big Red Dog, will make an appearance at the event, so Malanga reminds parents to bring their cameras to capture their child's smile. Parents are encouraged to visit www.kastorytime.com to find more information about Kiddie Academy of West Milford's Storytime LIVE! event and to register online.
"Adding a live visit from a character in the story really helps to make Storytime LIVE! a memorable experience for the children," said Malanga. "Engaging children in a group in an exciting and enjoyable educational experience lays the groundwork for a successful transition into a school setting and a lifetime love of reading and learning."
For more than 30 years, Kiddie Academy has been a leader in education-based child care. The company serves families and their children ages 6 weeks to
12 years old, offering full time care, before- and after-school care and summer camp programs.
For more information about Kiddie Academy of West Milford, contact Malanga at 973-728-0018 or kawmilford@optimum.net or visit www.kiddieacademy.com/westmilford.