Community in Action
Tools to Help You Bring Read, Talk, Play to Life
We believe early learning happens everywhere – and community partners make it possible.
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Easy-to-share materials you can print or post
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Ways to become a Read, Talk, Play Every Day champion
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The opportunity to sign up for our monthly newsletter with tools, ideas, and updates delivered to your inbox
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Real moments of families and partners putting Read, Talk, Play into action across Rock County
Small actions. Big impact for Rock County families.
Ready-to-Share Resources
Support early learning in Rock County by sharing these printables at events, in offices, classrooms, or at home – fun, ready-to-use resources that spark learning every day.
Read Talk Play Family Handout
Help families discover fun learning every day! Download and print this handout to share the Read, Talk, Play website and highlight the tips, activities, and resources families can explore together.
Pumpkin Activity Sheet
Celebrate fall fun and learning! Print this pumpkin-themed Basics-aligned activity sheet to inspire seasonal creativity and everyday brain-building moments for young children.
Barbershop/Salon Activity Sheet
Make every visit a learning moment! Download this Basics-aligned barbershop and salon activity sheet to spark conversation and play while children wait with caregivers.
Read Talk Play Poster
Spread the word! Download and print this Read, Talk, Play poster filled with fun facts and simple ways families and organizations can support early learning every day.
Winter Activity Sheet
Warm up winter learning! Print this Basics-aligned winter activity sheet to engage children in seasonal fun while building early brain development through play and interaction.
Barbershop/Salon Activity Sheet
Make every visit a learning moment! Download this Basics-aligned barbershop and salon activity sheet to spark conversation and play while children wait with caregivers.
Food Education Activity Sheet
Encourage healthy habits and learning at once! Print this food-themed coloring sheet that connects mealtime fun with The Basics principles for growing minds.
Glow Stick Handout
Light up learning! Download and print this glow stick activity handout that connects fun playtime with The Basics early learning principles, perfect for community events or family nights.
Bubbles Handout
Make learning pop! Download and print this bubbles handout to pair with bubble play and spark early brain development through fun, everyday moments with The Basics.
Banking Handout
Build both brainpower and financial literacy! Download this handout that uses The Basics to combine financial literacy with early literacy.
Beach Ball Handout
Bounce into learning! Print this beach ball handout to pair with a ball giveaway and inspire active play that builds early brain connections through The Basics.
Spring Activity Mat
Celebrate spring and learning! Download this spring-themed coloring sheet to engage children in seasonal fun while building early brain connections with The Basics.
Basics Insights Sign-Ups
Printable sheets to help families receive Basics Insights facts and activities, easy for organizations to share and for caregivers to sign up at home.
Basics Insights Sign-Up Sheet (English)
Help families stay connected! Print this English sign-up sheet so caregivers can receive Basics Insights text messages with tips for everyday learning moments.
Basics Insights Sign-Up Sheet (Spanish)
Apoya a las familias con recursos útiles. Descarga e imprime esta hoja de registro en español para que las familias reciban mensajes de texto de Basics Insights con consejos diarios de aprendizaje.
Pediatric Fact Sheets
Share knowledge that supports healthy development! Print these Basics-aligned fact sheets to distribute during wellness visits and engage families in everyday learning moments.
Submit an Event
We offer the opportunity to submit your free or low-cost event for families to attend! Submit your event here to be featured in our community calendar and help connect more families in Rock County to the local resources and opportunities they need.
Spotlight on Partnerships
We’re proud to work alongside local organizations that, like us, are devoted to early childhood development. Together, we’re building a stronger foundation for the future of Rock County’s children.
Beloit Health System
Mercyhealth Hospital
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital
Read, Talk, Play in Action
See photos from events, activities, and community outreach where we connect with families and share early learning resources.
