If your library includes Kindergarten Readiness as a goal, then an important concept to cover is shapes. Plus, it is fun! There are both stories as well as concept books on shapes that even toddlers [continue reading]
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Middle Eastern Culture Storytime Ideas (2006)
Since the Middle East is so often in the news, often about war, it might be advantageous to introduce preschoolers to Middle Eastern countries with books focusing on the positive aspects. For a craft project, [continue reading]
Penguins Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Penguins With the popularity of the films “Happy Feet” and “March of the Penguins,” a storytime about penguins is sure to be a big hit! For a craft, visit First-School Preschool Activities and [continue reading]
Outer Space Storytime Ideas
Stories about outer space, aliens, and the planets can lead to a discussion of the night sky if you have preschoolers. There is a great Solar System mobile you can print out and make from [continue reading]
Houses and Homes Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Houses and Homes The concept of home will be one preschoolers understand, and they enjoy stories about construction and home building. A simple craft project involves covering a small milk carton [continue reading]
Ocean Life Storytime Ideas
Many preschoolers have visited an aquarium and are very interested in fish and ocean animals. Instead of a craft, you can play a game with numbered paper fish. Attach a paperclip to the paper fish, [continue reading]
Pirates Storytime Ideas
Pirates Storytime Ideas There are few pirate-themed picture books, but even kids who haven’t seen the “Pirates of the Caribbean” films will enjoy a pirate-themed storytime. You can also adapt the craft ideas to use [continue reading]
Princess Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Princess Two ideas for popular culture-related storytimes are princesses and pirates. Many of our requests for princess books are related to the Disney princesses, but you can substitute fairytales and other satisfying princess [continue reading]