The Basics Sanford

12/22/2025

Check out this wonderful local opportunity with LeClair Technology Initiative

Edit: Unfortunately we are all out of iPads now :( I wish we had enough for everyone.

We have fulfilled all wait-list iPad requests so we will be open tomorrow from 10AM to 5PM handing out iPad Air 2s(2014). Just bring your kid or bring proof of guardianship.

These are at no cost but do not include chargers. Donations are extremely appreciated.

1110 Main Street in Waterboro. Please call if you cannot make it as we can hold it for you. 207-307-0779

12/18/2025

Give the gift of The Basics, recieve weekly messages specific to your childs development. Sign up here: https://partners.mybliss.ai/basics-insights/SS13940?langName=en

12/18/2025

Fun Holiday Activities for Toddlers 🤶 🎅 🕎

12/18/2025

Join Us Tonight!

Help us catch the gingerbread man! Join Sanford Pride Pre-K staff Thursday night for a virtual interactive story time from home!

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/98Sh3FKQV55zy15SA

12/17/2025

Looking for easy, meaningful ways to boost early brain development as a family this month? ❄️ Try this winter BUCKET LIST together: point out colored lights, talk about giving, make 10 snowballs, go sledding on a BIG hill, bake cookies together and talk through each step, make hot chocolate with little marshmallows, snuggle up and talk about family traditions, read & discuss festive stories, compare snowflakes, build a snowman, and sing holiday & winter songs. 🎶

Which activity will you do this weekend? Share a photo or story — we’d love to see it! ❤️

12/16/2025

Any families interested in Pre-K for next school year, please join us for one of the Pre-K info. session!

📚✈️ Pre-K Information Sessions for 2026-2027! ✈️📚

Planning ahead for your little one's education? Join us for an informational session about Sanford School Department's Pre-K program for the 2026-2027 school year!

📅 Session Dates & Locations:
All sessions cover the same content—choose what works best for you!
🔴 Tuesday, January 6, 2026

1PM at Sanford Pride Elementary
4PM at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary

🔴 Wednesday, January 7, 2026

6PM at Carl J Lamb Elementary

🔴 Thursday, January 8, 2026

9AM at Louis B Goodall Memorial Library, Sanford
6PM Virtual Session

Eligibility: Children must be 4 years old on or before October 15, 2026

12/16/2025

Help us catch the gingerbread man! Join Sanford Pride Pre-K staff Thursday night for a virtual interactive story time from home!

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/98Sh3FKQV55zy15SA

12/12/2025

Check out The Reach, Biddeford for lots of great family events and resources!

🥞 Join us this Saturday from 9am-11am for our free family breakfast at The Reach! Let's share a meal together, make new friends, and bring back the simplicity of what being a community really means. All are welcome! You can sign up here to let us know you're coming and help us plan for food and seating: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545AFAA2BAAFFC16-60585252-family

12/10/2025

Catch the Gingerbread Man — if you can! 🏃‍♂️🍪 Join our December Pajama Pop-Up for interactive storytime on Zoom. 🛌📖✨ Print the gingerbread below to decorate, or message us to get a printed copy. Want to join the fun? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/vgDARC3ygyMqreUJ9 What color will your gingerbread wear? 🎨

12/09/2025

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12/09/2025

Want a playful way to build early brain skills? Try a Gingerbread Man self-tracing activity! 🎄✏️ Use large paper, a cardboard box, or a brown paper bag — kids trace their bodies, design, and decorate. Great for coordination, motor skills, early math skills, social & self-awareness. 💫👣

Get creative: add buttons, stickers, or draw outfits! Tag us in your gingerbread masterpieces — we can’t wait to see them! 📸✨