Bugs Sensory Storytime
The perfect storytime book for exploring shapes, colors, or Valentine’s Day with toddlers, preschoolers, and children of all abilities.
Classroom Read Aloud of the Month: So Tortoise Dug
So Tortoise Dug by Emmy Kastner is the perfect elementary classroom read aloud to explore misunderstandings, gratitude, learn how many backyard critters take advantage of tortoise burrows, and to get kids giggling. Tortoise keeps digging burrows while waiting for his best friend and burrowmate, Mouse, to reappear, and soon almost every animal in the forest…
Rain Sensory Storytime
Split! Splat! by Amy Gibson, illustrated by Steve Bjorkman, is the perfect storytime book for exploring rain, weather, bathtime, or dogs with toddlers, preschoolers, and children of all abilities. Children love the “mucka mucka chucka wucka” muddy scenes, sing-song rhymes, and vibrant illustrations. Below, you’ll find ways to make the reading experience more adaptive and extend…
My Favorite Library-Themed Storytime Books
In celebration of Children’s Book Week, here are my favorite library-themed picture books to share during storytime. From toddlers to 4th graders, these are my go-to titles for capturing the attention of new library users and introducing them to the wonders of the library. A quick note: As Donalyn Miller said in The Joy of…
Classroom Read Aloud of the Month: Don’t Trust Fish
Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson and illustrated by Dan Santat is the perfect read-aloud for April, a month that celebrates fools on the first day. Don’t be a fool; don’t trust fish. The book is silly and goofy and has awesomely large illustrations for sharing with a group. Read this book during your next school…
Sensory Storytime Book of the Month: I Am Wriggly
The perfect storytime book for exploring shapes, colors, or Valentine’s Day with toddlers, preschoolers, and children of all abilities.
Beatrix Potter Party: 10 Amazing Activities & Crafts
Whether you’re celebrating Peter Rabbit and Beatrix Potter (her birthday is July 28!) or throwing a springtime garden party, these activities and snacks are perfect for ages 3 to 8. This event outline features a reading of The Tale of Peter Rabbit, two movement songs, crafts, games, and snack stations for families to enjoy at…
Amelia Bedelia Party: 10 Amazing Activities & Crafts
It’s always a great time to celebrate this classic character! Use these crafts and activities at your next elementary book club, book party, for Amelia Bedelia’s birthday (January 29, 1963), or any time. In addition to the original stories, the Young Amelia picture books and the Amelia Bedelia & Friends chapter books are perfect for…
Sensory Storytime Book of the Month: Grumpy Bird
Bird woke up grumpy today. Will a walk with friends turn his frown upside down? Grumpy Bird by Jeremy Tankard is the perfect storytime book for exploring the themes of emotions, feelings, birds, and springtime with toddlers, preschoolers, and children of all abilities. Below, you’ll find ways to make the reading experience more interactive and extend…
Classroom Read Aloud of the Month: Hank Goes Honk
“How can a goose be obnoxious? Oh, just you wait and see.” Hank Goes Honk by Maudie Powell-Tuck and illustrated by Duncan Beedie is the perfect read-aloud for celebrating kindness. Read it during your next elementary classroom visit or field trip to the library for endless giggles and fun. Hank’s interruptions and rude behavior will cause…