Monthly Archives: February 2010

Beyond “5 Little Whatsits”

Posted on February 26, 2010 by Melissa

You know what I’m talking about! Scarecrows, jellybeans, pandas, roses…How many sets of five do you think you have counted in your storytime career? “Five little owls by the old barn door/One flew away, and then there were four.” These … Continue reading →

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Baby Storytime: Colors

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Melissa

I have traditionally shied away from doing too many “preschool concept” storytimes for the babies, because I haven’t wanted to make parents feel like they are something their 9-month-olds should know already. But baby storytime in my district covers birth … Continue reading →

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Baby Storytime: Shapes

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Melissa

I’m trying a Shapes storytime for the first time with the babies today! I try not to focus too much on “preschool skills” in baby storytime, but our literacy skill of the month is Letter Knowledge. I like to remind … Continue reading →

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