Every month, we post an annotated bibliography of books that were rated ‘Outstanding’ and nominated for our Distinguished List at our previous month’s meeting. Members can see full reviews of these books and many more [continue reading]
February 2014
Performers’ Showcase List, Upcoming Distinguished Books Meeting
Performers’ Showcase A Success! Congratulations to everyone who conducted this year’s Performers’ Showcase (on Feb. 1) – especially to Armin Arethna who has been coordinating the Showcase for several years now! Pat Toney has posted the [continue reading]
Fizz, Boom, Read! Theme Read-Alikes
One of the themes of some 2014 Summer Reading Programs was “Fizz, Boom, Read!” Here are some read-alikes for that theme. For Little Ones (ages two – five) Braun, Eric. Let’s Rock! Science Adventures with Rudie [continue reading]
Paws to Read Theme Read-Alikes
One of the 2014 Summer Reading Program themes was “Paws to Read,” here are some read-alikes that go with that theme. For Little Ones (ages two – five) Swenson, Jamie. Boom! Boom! Boom! Bruel, Nick. Bad [continue reading]
Horses Storytime Ideas -2014
Try a storytime on horses, pet and animal storytimes are always a big hit! For a craft activity, make these horse finger puppets using a toilet paper roll. Hubbell, Patricia. HORSES: TROTTING! PRANCING! RACING! Lively [continue reading]
Volcano Storytime Ideas (2014)
Although there are not many picture books about volcanoes, this topic can make a great science-themed storytime . Your audience would enjoy seeing a model of an erupting volcano – maybe you can borrow one [continue reading]
Wind Storytime Ideas
Storytimes with a science focus can be fun any time of year. Here is a simple Wind and weather-related storytime you can do with preschoolers. For a craft project, make these fun pinwheels go here. [continue reading]