Even toddlers can participate in a drum program, and it is a great way to introduce the concept of rhythm. Make these simple Chinese drums. Or, make one of these drums using a can or [continue reading]
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Dance Storytime Ideas (2015)
Before you begin your storytime, have the audience (parents included!) participate in a simple circle dance, such as ” The Hokey Pokey.” For a craft project, make these butterfly wands to use while dancing. App: [continue reading]
Peace and Kindness Storytime Ideas
Along with our themes of Friends and Helping, a storytime on Peace and Kindness can assist parents who want to encourage their children to be mindful of others. This theme can easily be adapted for [continue reading]
Snowman Storytime Ideas (2014)
Celebrate winter with a snowman theme, which is fun for many of us in areas that don’t get snow! For a hands-on activity, make snowman out of marshmallows. Or, if you don’t want to use food [continue reading]
Backwards Day Storytime Ideas (2014)
Celebrate the made-up holiday of Backwards Day with funny books that encourage children’s imagination. You can also emphasize the concept of opposites using this theme. Sing Jim Gill’s “Backwards Day,” or do the “Hokey Pokey” [continue reading]
Signs and Signage Storytime Ideas
One way to help preschoolers become emergent readers is to encourage them to observe signs – in grocery stores, while riding in a car, wherever they see them in their environment. There are several fun [continue reading]
Underwear Storytime Ideas
Nothing will make a preschooler laugh like the mention of the word “underwear!” Fortunately, there are several great picture books that do just that, yet are not inappropriate even for your Auntie Grizelda. For a [continue reading]
Cars Storytime Ideas (2014)
Machines of all type are fascinating to preschoolers, from fire trucks to trains. A storytime featuring cars and driving will surely be popular. For a craft project, make traffic light bookmarks. Also be sure to [continue reading]