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Moon Storytime
I love moon picture books, here are just a couple to share with your little ones in a formal storytime or to take home with you for an impromptu storytime with the family! You can also check out the spectacular nonfiction books available about the moon and pick and choose…
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Outer Space Storytime
With our summer reading theme: A Universe of Stories, we are fully celebrating outer space right now! Here are just a few titles and some great songs and rhymes that are perfect for a storytime at the library or even to check out and take home! Storytime Plan Introduction Bread…
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Unicorn Storytime
I was asked to do an outreach storytime for International Literacy Day at a jewelry store in the local mall, Kendra Scott, that prides itself on giving back to the community. I decided if I was going to do a storytime at a jewelry store, what better theme than to…
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Monster Storytime – Nothing To Be Afraid Of!
I spent this past Saturday at our local Farmers’ Market and hosted a Monster Storytime there as well! I didn’t want to head straight into a Halloween-themed program because so many people don’t celebrate specific holidays. Instead, I focused on monsters – Halloween related, but not specifically holiday focused. Unfortunately,…
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AtoZ Blogging Challenge – Storytime
Program Name: Storytime What: You didn’t think I’d get through the whole alphabet without talking about storytime, did you? Storytime is the bread and butter of the children’s department of a public library and everyone’s is a little different. Where: We have a space in the library specifically for storytime it’s a…
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Parachute Storytime: Hats Off!
I got a chance to do two parachute storytimes yesterday and it’s fun to see the kids who really love the parachute get a chance to release some energy with lots of movement. A few kids come in with much more trepidation, but most will stay and just observe. This…
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Director's Thoughts #14 – It's Been Awhile: Storytime
This week I covered a co-worker’s storytime while she was away and after a year of being away from it; it was strange coming back. I did storytime for eight years as a children’s librarian and I think that I made a smart decision to move into another role when…
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Toddler Storytime: Peace & Quiet
I used these same books for a parachute storytime this week as well and I have to share an adorable story. The group ranges from early 2s to 5 year olds so it can be a challenge to engage everyone, but lately I’ve only had 6-8 kids which makes for…
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Toddler Storytime: All About Me
Teaching kids confidence and self-esteem starts early! Check out the books, songs, and activities below to open up a conversation about diversity, inclusion, empathy, and self-esteem for your youngest readers! Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, I will earn a…
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Toddler Storytime Theme: Animals
Books: Animal Boogie by Debbie Harter Old Mikamba Had a Farm by Rachel Isadora Señor Pancho Had a Rancho by René Colato Laínez Fingerplays, Flannelboards, Rhymes & Songs: Song: “Put Your Hands Up In the Air” Fingerplay/Flannelboard: 5 Little Monkeys “No More Monkeys” by Asheba, Putumayo Kids Presents: Animal Playground Flannel Board/Movement Song:…
