Although younger preschoolers won’t understand the history of Mexican Independence Day (September 16), they will have fun hearing stories about the culture of Mexico. There are plenty of craft ideas, from coloring a printout of [continue reading]
storytime
Birds Storytime Ideas
Birds can be a fun theme for storytime, because even “city kids” see birds on a regular basis. Here in the Bay Area most preschoolers have seen sea gulls and pigeons, and suburban kids have [continue reading]
Cats Storytime Ideas
I admit I am a “dog” person, but am happy to list my favorite cat books. You probably have favorites too; I have limited this list to regular cats that are cats, not talking, clothes-wearing [continue reading]
Strawberries Storytime Ideas
Thanks to PUBYAC listserv for most of these ideas on doing a Strawberry storytime. For a craft for older kids, try the 3-D Strawberry and Fruit mobiles.. Younger kids can make strawberries out of red [continue reading]
Food Storytime Ideas (2005)
I saw a really fun storytime idea posted on the Internet – “Play With Your Food!” This sounded right up my alley – I have already posted storytime ideas for pizzas, vegetables, potatoes, and other [continue reading]
Dinosaurs Storytime Ideas (2004)
Many librarians have voiced concern that not enough boys (compared to the number of girls) visit their libraries. My library programs draw at least as many if not more boys than girls, so you could [continue reading]
Dragons, Dreams, and Daring Deeds Storytime Ideas
Many libraries will be using the “Dragons, Dreams, and Daring Deeds” theme for the summer reading program. Here are some storytime plans that will fit that theme and appeal to a wide age range of [continue reading]
Rain and Snow Storytime Ideas (2004)
Storytime Ideas Rain and Snow Some libraries have noticed fewer boys attending their programs. Science themes appeal to boys (and girls), and are fun – that’s why kids enjoy visiting the Lawrence Hall of Science [continue reading]