Make your word wall interactive! 25 engaging activities that will

Understanding repetitive story requests and using them for development

The story of three fishes hits the right notes with all young children, with its simple storyline about the importance of time and wisdom in life.

Daunted by the idea of entertaining kids while travelling? Perhaps, once upon a time, that scenario didn't play out so well for you. Fear not, weary traveller, we've got you covered: Make getting there half the fun with our 6 Awesome Ways to “Stretch” Your Kids’ Storybooks!

Tips for setting up an inspiring reading and storytelling environment

Guide to engaging children by asking the right questions during storytelling

Tell Me Your Story is such a cute and cozy experience, and one you should share with your kids. Get it now on Switch and Steam!

I originally came across this wonderful chant at http://steedreads.wikispaces.com/file/detail/Hands+Go+Up+storytime+song.m4v I was browsing through different librarian wiki’s when I first got hired. I wanted to get some ideas on library management with the little ones who seemed so wiggly! I thought this would be perfect for my Pre-K and Kinder students, but ended up doing it even with my wiggly first graders. They absolutely LOVED it, and I would even hear them practicing it while they waited for me to join them on the carpet. I printed the poster in color and took it to Office Max to make a larger, colored poster. *Updated to include another version that says "Circle Time" instead of "Story time". I hope you find this useful! Sandy

Discover how customized storytelling can boost your child's engagement, self-esteem, and learning – backed by research and real parent experiences.

Two little bears try to wake their mother; an elephant and a lion have a showdown; clever rats try to outsmart a cat; and a kitten gets lost.

Everything you need to know to start a story time program for kids in your community. Book ideas, tips and planning sheets for getting started.

Check out the best picture books for storytime and circle time published in 2020. Perfect for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

One of the things I love doing with my younger children is reading picture books and doing story-related activities with them to bring the story to life and create fun memories. We have enjoyed doing

This is a quick beginner reading comprehension about Sam and his family. The students read the short text and answer YES or NO questions about the story.

In April, I like to do story times about rain, chickens, birds, bunnies, libraries, and jazz. Rain (April Showers) Suggested Books: Rain by Robert Kalan and Donald Crews Rain Dance by Kathi Appelt Rain by Manya Stojic Tap Tap Boom Boom by Elizabeth Bluemle and G. Brian Karas Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain by Verna Aardema and Beatriz Vidal Extension Activities: Rain, Rain Go Away I Like to See the Raindrops Fall Red Umbrella Keeps Me Dry The Itsy Bitsy Spider Chickens Suggested Books: Chicken Big by Keith Graves Minerva Louise by Janet Stoeke Bob by Tracey Campbell Pearson Hurry! Hurry! by Eve Bunting, illustrated by Jeff Mack Big Fat Hen by Keith Baker Extension Activities: I Know a Chicken I Had a Little Rooster Los Pollitos Over in the Barnyard Five Eggs and Five Eggs Bunnies Suggested Books: Home for a Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown and Garth Williams Moonlight by Helen V. Griffith, illustrated by Laura Dronzek What Does Bunny See?: A Book of Colors and Flowers by Linda Sue Park The Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd Brown Rabbit in the City by Natalie Russell Extension Activities: Bunny Hippety Hop Hop Your Bunnies Here is a Bunny Jazz Appreciation Month Suggested Books: This Jazz Man by Karen Ehrhardt, illustrated by R.G. Roth Ben's Trumpet by Rachel Isadora A-Tisket A-Tasket by Ella Fitzgerald and Ora Eitan Jazzmatazz by Stephanie Calmenson, illustrated by Bruce Degen Jazz Baby by Lisa Wheeler and R. Gregory Christie Extension Activities: The Wheels on the Bus Ten Little Monkeys ABCs Momma Don't Allow A-Tisket, A-Tasket Birds Suggested Books: Birds by Kevin Henkes, illustrated by Laura Dronzek Birdsongs by Betsy Franco, illustrated by Steve Jenkins Mockingbird by Allan Ahlberg, illustrated by Paul Howard Every Day Birds by Amy Ludwig VanDerwater, illustrated by Dylan Metrano A Home for Bird by Philip C. Stead Extension Activities: Chickadee Color Rhymes Two Little Blackbirds Way Up in the Sky Chickadee Tree National Library Week (April 9 -15, 2017) Suggested Books: I Took My Frog to the Library by Eric Kimmel, illustrated by Blanche Sims Otto the Book Bear by Katie Cleminson D.W.'s Library Card by Marc Brown Quiet! There's a Canary in the Library by Don Freeman Bats at the Library by Brian Lies Extension Activities: Library Song Book Bear, Book Bear If You'd Like to Read a Book These Are My Glasses

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of captivating storytelling? Imagine having the power to mesmerize your audience, leaving them hanging on your every word. In this expert guide, we’ll unveil 15…

Reading short stories for kids is the best way to put them to sleep, and the moral of these stories can help them develop honest and reliable personalities.

A man on a flight to Chicago suddenly found himself having an urgent need to use the bathroom. He headed over to the men’s room, nervously tapping his foot on the floor of the aircraft. Each time he tried the door, it was occupied. A stewardess noticed his predicament and told him, “I’ll...

The Lost Tree Short Story is the Jungle Bedtime Story. Once there lived a squirrel, under a big green tree. It was beginning to turn cold, so she started

Boost your kids' creativity and promote imagination and adventure with these creative writing story starters. Students will love the chance to get creative!

There used to be a Wiseman in a village. This knowledgeable person lived at the top of a mountain peak. People in the village told stories about his..