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Play and explore - Rhyme time
Code: T25EH3798
Location: Ilkeston Library
Cost: Free
Starting: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Duration: 7 sessions over 7 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
Join us for Play and Explore – Rhyme Time, a free, friendly term-time session for parents and carers to enjoy with their babies, toddlers and pre-school children. Each session is filled with fun rhymes, songs and stories to support early language, spark imagination and encourage a love of reading, along with opportunities for little ones to play, explore and interact while adults connect in a relaxed and welcoming space. Come along, join in the fun and share special moments together at Ilkeston Library!
Who is this course for?
This course is for you and your children to attend together. Our courses are for people who live in the EMCCA region aged 19 and over.
How will I learn?
These are library -based sessions. There will be practical activities with guidance from your tutor. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve.
What will I need?
You may want to bring something to make notes.
Are there any other costs?
These sessions are free and there are no other costs.
Time and duration
Start Date: 10 June 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Wednesday
First Lesson Duration: 01:00
Total Weeks: 7
Location
Ilkeston Library
DE7 5RN