There is a wealth of wonderful picture books that celebrate jazz music. Be sure to play some jazz recordings, such as Go Baby Go by Baby Loves Jazz. For an art project, you can make [continue reading]
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Astronauts Storytime Ideas (2015)
Astronauts are a great example of a science hero. Make these simple astronaut helmets. App: Alien Assignment. Fred Rogers Center. Barton, Byron. I WANT TO BE AN ASTRONAUT. Brightly painted illustrations and a simple text [continue reading]
Singing Storytime Ideas (2015)
There is a wealth of wonderful picture books that are illustrated songs; these are great choices for singing storytimes. For stories on characters who sing, check out our suggestions below. For a craft project, make [continue reading]
Donkeys Storytime Ideas
Donkeys are not always thought of when you think of farm animals, but there are several good books, perfect for storytime, on donkeys. For a craft, we made music shakers to use while we sang [continue reading]
Ethnicities and Cultures Storytime Ideas
School-Age Storytime Ideas Ethnicities and Cultures Many teachers need books to help children learn about and respect a variety of ethnicities and cultures. The following list of books that you can offer to children and [continue reading]
Hamsters and Gerbils Storytime Ideas
It would be great fun to bring an actual hamster to your storytime to go along with the following books. Maybe a local pet store would loan one to the library; as far as I [continue reading]
Pet Pigs Storytime Ideas
Storytime Ideas Pet Pigs Hey, if it is good enough for George Clooney then a pet pig is good enough for us! Here are some great pet pig stories. Follow up the stories with a [continue reading]
Pet Shows Storytime Ideas
Storytime Ideas Pet Shows Here are some great picture books about pet shows. Be sure to sing “B-I-N-G-O” and other animals songs! For a craft, you can you can make “blue ribbons” to give out [continue reading]