Be sure to do some dancing during this storytime – how about The Hokey Pokey? For a craft project, you could make some simple dance skirts out of tissue paper taped to an old belt. [continue reading]
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Music Storytime Ideas (2009)
Most preschoolers love music, and there are several great books on the topic of musical instruments. For a craft, make music shakers, for instructions go to All Kids Network. I usually make them out of small [continue reading]
Clay Play Storytime Ideas
A clay play storytime can reach a wide age range – younger preschoolers can use blobs of playdoh to make simple forms, and older kids can make simple pinch pots. You can also use a [continue reading]
Crayons Storytime Ideas
Crayons are more effective and age-appropriate for preschoolers than markers; crayons help them develop fine motor skills since they need to put pressure on a crayon. There are several great picture books using crayons as [continue reading]
Sick/Get Well Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas I’m Sick/Get Well Storytime Ready for cold and flu season? How about a storytime on getting sick, and getting well! Here are some great ideas: BOOKS Charlip, Remy. MOTHER, MOTHER, I FEEL [continue reading]
Garbage Man Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas The Garbage Man Many preschoolers have seen a garbage truck at their curb and are fascinated by the big machines. Perhaps you can get a local garbage truck to visit the storytime. [continue reading]
Halloween Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Halloween Halloween is more popular than ever! And Halloween storytimes are a great way to involve the older siblings of your preschool audience, since they really appreciate this topic. There are too [continue reading]
Bathtime Storytime Ideas
Bathtime All preschoolers can relate to the topic of Bathtime – also check out our Bubbles-themed storytime. For a craft, make a simple stick puppet of a rubber ducky, after singing the popular Sesame Street [continue reading]