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    Storytime Theme: Fall

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    I know it’s still way too early for most people to be thinking about fall! Schools just let out for the summer, vacations have yet to be taken, but I also know that librarians and teachers are notorious for planning early! So, I wanted to make sure this was available…

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    Storytime Theme: Indigenous Peoples’ Day

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    Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the United States is celebrated on the second Monday in October and National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated in November. And while I am not Native or Indigenous myself, I think it’s important to celebrate the cultural diversity of our country when so much of…

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    Storytime Theme: Yarn

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    As I continue to create storytime lesson plans, it sometimes gets a little more difficult to find themes that are new and exciting! But, I’m really excited about today’s theme – yarn. This turned out to be a really sweet and cozy storytime lesson plan that would definitely work during…

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    Storytime Theme: Underwater

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    It’s time to take a deep dive below the surface in this fun storytime all about being underwater! It’s not specifically an ocean theme or a swimming theme, rather just a fun water themed storytime that’s perfect for the heat of the summer! I loved pulling together a wider array…

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    Storytime Theme: Movement

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    Have you ever had one of those storytimes where the kids have the zoomies and no matter what you do, they’re just not going to settle down? Well, instead of trying to fight against it, why not try embracing movement during storytime. If you’re looking for something completely different for…

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    Storytime Theme: Underwear

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    The mere mention of underwear is sure to send your toddlers or preschoolers into a fit of giggles, and honestly, is there a better sound in the world? This silly storytime lesson plan is the perfect, laugh out loud program for any time of year. Pair it with a book…

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    Storytime Theme: Big Cats

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    While you could easily do a lion or tiger storytime theme, I thought it might be fun to think a little bigger and include a variety of big cats in storytime! This storytime lesson plan works really well when you incorporate some nonfiction books into the program. And what’s great…

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    Storytime Theme: Polar Friends

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    While it’s simple to create a lesson plan all about polar bears or penguins, I thought it might be fun to create a lesson plan that brings them together with other animals that live in the same habitats. And while you’ll never see a polar bear and a penguin living…

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    Storytime Theme: Grandparents Day

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    Grandparents Day, in the U. S. is celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day. And I think it would be the perfect time to share some really special picture books about grandparents! These sweet, and sometimes silly picture books are sure to be a hit and when you pair…

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    Storytime Theme: Cheese

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    Have you seen those memes about cheese where the kid is literally just shredding cheese right into their mouth? That’s my level of love for cheese! I love a little charcuterie board filled with all kinds of cheese and when I’m feeling a little peckish, I’ll grab a cheese stick…