When The Adventures of Beekle by Dan Santat received the Caldecott Medal, I was impressed with the story as much as the illustrations. A little girl befriends an imaginary creature in a heartfelt, brief story [continue reading]
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Chickens Storytime Ideas
There are so many great picture books featuring chickens, it makes a for a perfect storytime theme. Make these cool rod puppet chickens, or try some of these Extraordinary Warren activities if you read the book by [continue reading]
Dinosaurs Storytime Ideas (2015)
Dinosaurs are always a huge hit with preschoolers, and many of them know the names of different dinosaurs. You can make all types of projects, including dinosaur masks, paperbag puppets, or Playdoh dinosaurs. Try some [continue reading]
Sizes (large, small) Storytime Ideas
The size of things relative to other things is an important concept for preschoolers to learn. Be sure to use the Geisel Award-winning book, You Are (Not) Small, a really fun and very brief picture [continue reading]
Sidekicks Storytime Ideas
Most superheroes have a memorable sidekick, like Robin who helps Batman or Superman’s pals Lois Lane and Jimmy Olson. For a craft project, make these Minions (the sidekicks in the “Despicable Me” films). Arnold, Tedd. [continue reading]
Legendary Heroes (Tall Tales) Storytime Ideas
There are many heroic figures in American Tall Tales that are perfect for storytime, from Paul Bunyan to Thunder Rose. For a craft project, make these paper puppets of Paul Bunyan and his Ox. Flora, [continue reading]
Ballet Dancers Storytime Ideas
Many children begin dance lessons even before they have started Kindergarten, so a ballet storytime will be a big hit! See if a local dance school has a preschool ballet class who will come to [continue reading]
Firefighters Storytime Ideas (2015)
Kids love learning about community helpers, and firefighters are a big hit. Be sure to sing the song, Hurry Hurry Drive the Firetruck. For a craft, make these firefighter paper dolls. App: Super Home Heroes, from [continue reading]