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]
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Magician Storytime Ideas (2014)
Often the first magic show a child will see will be held at the library. Promote an upcoming magic show with a storytime on magicians. For a craft project, make wizard hats: www.crayola.com/crafts/whirl–twirl-party-hats-craft/ Agee, Jon. [continue reading]
ALSC Institute Shines in Oakland
Penny Peck introduces authors Tim Federle, Rita Williams-Garcia, Pamela Munoz-Ryan, and Gene Yang at the Breakfast for Bill, ALSC Institute in Oakland, CA, Sept. 19, 2014. Oakland, CA was the site of the three-day ALSC [continue reading]
Pumpkin Gardening Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Pumpkin Gardening If you would like an October storytime without the emphasis on Halloween or scary creatures, try a storytime on pumpkins! The following books have little or no Halloween elements in [continue reading]
Shoes Storytime Ideas
Preschool Storytime Ideas Shoes Even with the convenience of Velcro, kids still need to learn to tie their shoes. For an activity for a shoe-themed storytime, display some tennis shoes that kids can use to [continue reading]
Hats Storytime Ideas
Hats The theme of hats is one of my storytime favorites; it can be done any time of the year and is always a big hit. There are several hat-themed picture books, and you can [continue reading]
Sky Raiders Read-Alikes
Read-alikes for Sky Raiders, first in the “Five Kingdoms” series by Brandon Mull (Aladdin, 2014), fantasy about a hidden world. Alexander, Lloyd. The High King. Baldacci, David. The Finisher. Barnhill, Kelly Regan. Iron Hearted Violet. [continue reading]
Zoo Storytime Ideas (2014)
Zoos are always a popular storytime theme, and there are several new Zoo books that will fit well with the classics you already use such as Goodnight Gorilla by Peggy Rathman. For a craft project, [continue reading]