Preschool Storytime Ideas Physics Science-focused story times can be fun at any time of year. For a Physics theme, one activity is to put out Duplo and Lego blocks for free play to help children develop [continue reading]
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Colors Storytime Ideas
In some ways, mixing colors can be the first type of science experiment a preschooler does. Of course, knowing the names of colors is also an important Kindergarten Readiness activity. There are many arts and [continue reading]
Pets Storytime Ideas (2013)
Preschool Storytime Ideas Pets – revised If you are planning a more elaborate storytime program, invite a local pet store to bring in a few animals and talk about pet care in general. Children always [continue reading]
Helpers – Storytime Ideas (2013)
Helping – revised The topic of “helping” is a common one for Transitional Kindergarten as well as for preschool groups. It is an essential concept for young children in group situations and is a great [continue reading]
Watermelon Storytime Ideas
With the emphasis on healthy foods for preschoolers, a storytime on watermelon can be fun and a great way to talk about healthy snacks. Sing the Raffi song, “Down By the Bay” which talks about [continue reading]
Days of the Week Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Days of the Week Teaching preschoolers the names of the days of the week is a great Kindergarten Readiness activity, and it can be fun! Make these lift the flap books as [continue reading]
Months of the Year Storytime Ideas
After preschoolers learn the days of the week, offer stories and activities that name the months of the year. They may not be able to name all the months in order by the time they [continue reading]
Teddy Bears Storytime Ideas
The Teddy Bear is a great theme for a toddler time, or even a preschool storytime. Be sure to check out our Teddy Bear storytime outline from 2001 – many of those songs and books [continue reading]