Monthly Archives: September 2009

Baby Storytime: Animal Sounds

Posted on September 28, 2009 by Melissa

It’s still Phonological Awareness Month at my library, so an Animal Sounds storytime is a good match. OPENING SONG: Hello Song* OPENING FINGERPLAY: Open Them Shut Them* BOOK: I Love Animals by FLORA MCDONNELL (big book) SONG: When Ducks Get … Continue reading →

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Baby Storytime: Songs!

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Melissa

Our early literacy skill at my library this month is Phonological Awareness, so I created a storytime all about songs. Singing to children is an amazing way to build their literacy skills. OPENING SONG: Hello Song* OPENING FINGERPLAY: Open Them … Continue reading →

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Baby Storytime: Mother Goose

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Melissa

Hooray for fall storytimes! For my first storytime of the season I chose Mother Goose rhymes. OPENING SONG: Hello Song* OPENING FINGERPLAY: Open Them Shut Them* BOOK: 1, 2, Buckle My Shoe by HINES SONG: Mary Had a Little Lamb … Continue reading →

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Why I Use Themes for Baby Storytime

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Melissa

I know many people advise against having a theme for baby storytimes, on the grounds that “the babies don’t care,” and it’s easier to plan without one. I’ve been planning and giving a weekly baby storytime for over 2 years … Continue reading →

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