our curriculum
We nurture a love for reading with engaging stories, quality books, and cozy reading spaces
Our Curriculum in Action
Books + Literacy = Lifelong Success
Inside our centers, children light up when you read them a story. Their delight is contagious, and we nurture that spark for story time into a love for books that grows into a passion for reading. Why? Because we know hearing and reading stories is one of the most powerful ways children learn.
We make sure our classrooms are equipped with quality books and ample reading nooks for children. Books not only help access new information, they also support the development of empathy and critical thinking skills.
Early Connections invites our community to support and see our curriculum in action! From purchasing books to reading with a child, there are a myriad of ways to give your time, your treasure, and your voice to ensure young minds are being nurtured, educated, and inspired.
sandy's challenge
Inspiring others with a gift from the heart
Every child deserves the magic of books – the joy of turning pages, discovering new worlds, and building a lifelong love of learning. From February 14th to March 14th, Sandy’s Challenge will match every donation (up to $10,000!), doubling the power of your gift to provide books and early literacy tools to young children.
$10,000 matching donation
Together, we can ignite a passion for reading and open doors to a brighter future. Join us in honoring Sandy Jaray’s legacy and make twice the difference today!
About Sandy Jaray
Sandy Jaray is a long-time supporter of Early Connections Learning Center. Sandy served on our Board of Directors for many years, organized the first Gingerbread & Jazz, and has championed many wonderful causes in our community that support early education and literacy. Sandy’s passion is infectious, and Early Connections is grateful to be the recipient of her generosity and dedication.
Read Across America
Get involved by reading with children or supporting programs that make a difference in the community.
Read Across America is an annual event that encourages children to read with support from community leaders on February 28, 2025.
Early Connections Learning Centers will participate on February 28, 2025 with local community members reading approved books to the kids at all of our locations. To learn how to participate please contact Ashley Groves our VP of Community Engagement, at agroves@earlyconnections.org
books at home Program
Books at Home is a special monthly program that is run by Early Connections staff to help spark a love of books and joy for reading by helping children build their own library of books at home. Each month, every child at our centers receives a free book that’s appropriate for their age. Over time, children have a diverse range of books.
All donated or purchased books go directly to the children enrolled at Early Connections