Apples - 10.04.2019
The group visited a local apple orchard where they heard stories and learned about apples, bees, and honey. Special activities at the orchard included making giant bubbles, meeting real live chickens, and trying out the apple slingshot.
We owe a special thanks to Half Crown Hill Orchard for graciously hosting our kickoff storytime session.
We owe a special thanks to Half Crown Hill Orchard for graciously hosting our kickoff storytime session.
Books Read
Mr Bear's Apple Tree: A Magic Counting Book
by A.J. Wood
Mr. Bear counts the apples on his tree as some hungry bees eat them, one by one. Die-cut holes change illustrations as the reader turns the pages.
by A.J. Wood
Mr. Bear counts the apples on his tree as some hungry bees eat them, one by one. Die-cut holes change illustrations as the reader turns the pages.
Ned's New Home
by Kevin Tseng
When Ned's apple begins to rot, he must search for a new house.
by Kevin Tseng
When Ned's apple begins to rot, he must search for a new house.
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Fire Safety - 10.11.2019
Everyone got to listen to stories about fire safety and the important role of firemen, play with toys that showed how to sort, trucks that taught about services in the community (fire, postal, ambulance) and then got a chance to visit and climb on an actual fire truck.
Fireman Ryan Johnson from the McDonald Volunteer Fire Department helped everyone learn about the truck and showed them what his turnout gear was like and how much it weighed.
Fireman Ryan Johnson from the McDonald Volunteer Fire Department helped everyone learn about the truck and showed them what his turnout gear was like and how much it weighed.
Books Read
Firehouse
by Mark Teague
Join Edward and his cousin Judy as they spend a hilarious day learning how to be firefighters. From a fire drill that leads to a slippery slide down a fire pole, to a hysterical battle with an out-of-control fire hose, Edward is in for an action-packed adventure.
by Mark Teague
Join Edward and his cousin Judy as they spend a hilarious day learning how to be firefighters. From a fire drill that leads to a slippery slide down a fire pole, to a hysterical battle with an out-of-control fire hose, Edward is in for an action-packed adventure.
Fire Fighter Piggy Wiggy
by Christyan & Diane Fox
PiggyWiggy imagines just what he would do if he were a fire fighter: With faithful Teddy at his side, PiggyWiggy slides down the pole in the firehouse, climbs tall ladders, and drives a glorious red fire truck. But what would PiggyWiggy do in a real emergency?
by Christyan & Diane Fox
PiggyWiggy imagines just what he would do if he were a fire fighter: With faithful Teddy at his side, PiggyWiggy slides down the pole in the firehouse, climbs tall ladders, and drives a glorious red fire truck. But what would PiggyWiggy do in a real emergency?
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Leaves - 10.18.2019
This week's stories were about leaves, their changing colors, lifespan, and more. For our special activity, we brought out the big parachute and everyone got to bounce leaves high into the air. We also introduced new art daubers that provided lots of fun for easy painting of leaves on trees.
Books Read
Tap the Magic Tree
by Christie Matheson
It begins with a bare brown tree. But tap that tree, turn the page, and one bright green leaf has sprouted! Tap again—one, two, three, four—and four more leaves have grown on the next page. Pat, clap, wiggle, jiggle, and see blossoms bloom, apples grow, and the leaves swirl away with the autumn breeze.
by Christie Matheson
It begins with a bare brown tree. But tap that tree, turn the page, and one bright green leaf has sprouted! Tap again—one, two, three, four—and four more leaves have grown on the next page. Pat, clap, wiggle, jiggle, and see blossoms bloom, apples grow, and the leaves swirl away with the autumn breeze.
Mouse's First Fall
by Lauren Thompson
One cool day Mouse and Minka venture out to play. From leaves of all colors—red, yellow, orange to brown—to leaves of all shapes and sizes—Mouse learns what makes fall such a special season!
by Lauren Thompson
One cool day Mouse and Minka venture out to play. From leaves of all colors—red, yellow, orange to brown—to leaves of all shapes and sizes—Mouse learns what makes fall such a special season!
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Halloween & Pumpkins - 10.25.2019
During this week's session, everyone listened intently as Miss Julie read three good, spooky stories - setting the mood for some Halloween fun.
After the stories, kids were asked to test their bravery by reaching into boxes to touch mysterious "monster parts." Lots of squeals and concerned faces were on hand until they turned into smiling, giggling faces when we revealed what was really inside. This activity was followed up by a quick coloring session and then on to the costume parade and trick-or-treating through the library where candy and spooky spider and bat rings were collected.
After the stories, kids were asked to test their bravery by reaching into boxes to touch mysterious "monster parts." Lots of squeals and concerned faces were on hand until they turned into smiling, giggling faces when we revealed what was really inside. This activity was followed up by a quick coloring session and then on to the costume parade and trick-or-treating through the library where candy and spooky spider and bat rings were collected.
Books Read
Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins
by James Dean
Bestselling author and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic favorite children’s song “Five Little Pumpkins,” sung by cool cat Pete and perfect for Halloween.
by James Dean
Bestselling author and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic favorite children’s song “Five Little Pumpkins,” sung by cool cat Pete and perfect for Halloween.
Monsters, Mind Your Manners!
by Catherine Bailey
Vampires and werewolves and zombies—oh my! It's a monster invasion, and the stinky-smelling creatures are destroying Wally's peaceful little town. They scare the kids, knock over the lampposts, and make a mess of everything. And no one can stop them—until, fed up, Wally says . . . the magic word, "PLEASE." Learning good manners has never been as monstrously fun!
by Catherine Bailey
Vampires and werewolves and zombies—oh my! It's a monster invasion, and the stinky-smelling creatures are destroying Wally's peaceful little town. They scare the kids, knock over the lampposts, and make a mess of everything. And no one can stop them—until, fed up, Wally says . . . the magic word, "PLEASE." Learning good manners has never been as monstrously fun!
Don't Touch This Book!
by Bill Cotter
Larry the lovable monster from Don't Push the Button! is back with another hilarious, interactive adventure in board book format!
by Bill Cotter
Larry the lovable monster from Don't Push the Button! is back with another hilarious, interactive adventure in board book format!
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Nighttime Animals - 11.01.2019
At today's storytime, we read stories that helped everyone learn about the many creatures that lurk in the darkness of the night. We followed the stories with a special video that shows animals captured on camera at night and each child tried to identify them. It wasn't that easy without seeing their colors like during the daytime!
Books Read
Night Animals
by Gianna Marino
Scary creatures who are themselves cowardly are always good for giggles. In Marino’s sweet-tempered nocturnal comedy, large, scary animals flee from the threat of still larger and scarier animals.
by Gianna Marino
Scary creatures who are themselves cowardly are always good for giggles. In Marino’s sweet-tempered nocturnal comedy, large, scary animals flee from the threat of still larger and scarier animals.
Little Owl's Night
by Divya Srinivasan
There are plenty of books about going to bed, but fewer about the beauty of night after all the humans have gone to sleep.
by Divya Srinivasan
There are plenty of books about going to bed, but fewer about the beauty of night after all the humans have gone to sleep.
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