Many of my storytime regulars are at storytime with nannies, grandparents, and various other caregivers, so instead of doing a Mother's Day or Father's Day program, I do things similar, but more inclusive themes, such as families and love. Books My Family is a Zoo by K. A. Gerrard The Napping House by Audrey Wood One Little, … Continue reading Families Storytime
Month: November 2018
Dinosaurs Storytime
Every librarian I know loves a good dinosaur storytime. There is plenty of roaring and stomping in this energetic storytime theme! Books for the tots Dinosaur Kisses by David Ezra Stein Roar: A Dinosaur Tour by Michael Paul Dinoshapes (board book) We Love Dinosaurs by Lucy Volpin for preschool+ Don't Forget Dexter! By Lindsay Ward Rex Finds an Egg! Egg! … Continue reading Dinosaurs Storytime
Counting 1, 2, 3! Storytime
Toddlers are at the age where they are really starting to be able to grasp and repeat concepts like their ABCs and 123s. A counting storytime is a great way to reinforce these concepts. Books Counting on Snow by Maxwell Newhouse Shapes, Reshape! By Silvia Borando Hippos Go Berserk! By Sandra Boynton Counting Cockatoos by Stella Blackstone Activities “One, … Continue reading Counting 1, 2, 3! Storytime
Halloween STEAM
I know, I know, I say all the time how I'm not a fan of holiday programming, but this was before that! It's important to incorporate STEAM and sensory play into everything we do with children, from eating to playing because it is so good for developing their motor, cognitive, and critical thinking skills. This … Continue reading Halloween STEAM
Bugs Storytime
BUGS!!! A perfect storytime for spring. Books The Very Busy Bee by Jack Tickle Backyard Bugs Insects Pop-Up Book* *I couldn't find this one anywhere online. We currently have it in our storytime collection and I use it for everything! I will be on the lookout so I can share! Activities "Can You Wiggle Like a … Continue reading Bugs Storytime
Marine Animals Storytime
This is one of those broader themes that allows me to choose books and activities with a variety of animals. Sharks, fish, squid, and octipi, oh my!! Books Henny, Penny, Lenny, Denny, and Mike by Cynthia Rylant Together by Emma Dodd One Lonely Fish by Andy Mansfield Hooray for Fish by Lucy Cousins Activities "I'm a Little Octopus" Ask … Continue reading Marine Animals Storytime
Love and Kindness Storytime
With February comes Valentine's Day.... but if you read my blog you know I'm not a fan of holiday themes. However, while Valentine's Day isn't universal, love and kindness are. Books for the tots Thank You, Bees by Toni Yuly A Kiss Means I Love You by Kathryn Madeline Allen Say Hello! By Linda Davick How Kind by Mary … Continue reading Love and Kindness Storytime
