It’s Story Time again and this month’s story is If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Joffe Numeroff. Crafts Folded Heart Mouse Craft at Crafty Morning Puffy Paint Cookie Craft at

Best Story Time Ideas for Preschoolers Do you have daily story time with a classroom of kids? Do you run story time at your library? Do you just enjoy reading stories and doing book inspired activities and songs with your child? If you answered YES to any of these questions then these ideas are for …

My favorite themes for January are related to winter weather (snowmen), the new year (calendar/seasons), Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (friendship), and flu season (sickness.) Snowmen Suggested Books: All You Need for a Snowman by Alice Schertle Making a Friend by Alison McGhee Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner Pip and Squeak by Ian Schoenherr Extension Activities: Snowman, Snowman Five Little Snowmen Riding on the Sled Friendly Snowman Friendship Suggested Books: Ribbit! by Rodrigo…

DON'T worry if your child isn't paying attention to the book, and DO turn off your phone. Essential library story time tips for parents and caregivers.

Some practical tips for organizing a children's storytime program including finding a host organization, planning a calendar, and other common-sense logistical considerations.

This storytime was for a visiting preschool class here at my library, after a tour of the building. I wanted to educate them on all things l...

It seems like I frequently see librarians asking for suggestions for story time extension activities to share with older kids - usually Kindergarten to grade 2 or 3. Though sometimes kids in this age group simply like to sit and hear stories, there are some types of other activities they really do enjoy. I've decided to post my list of favorites here so that they are all in one place for easy access. 1. Taba Naba This song by the Wiggles, heard here on YouTube, appears on a video that is…

My list for December includes both holiday and non-holiday story time ideas! Enjoy! Christmas Suggested Books: Fa La La by Leslie Patricelli Christmas Parade by Sandra Boynton Christmas Tree! by Florence Minor and Wendell Minor Jingle Bells by Iza Trapani I'm Not Santa! by Jonathan Allen Extension Activities: Rudolph, Rudolph Let's All Do a Little Clapping Christmas Alphabet Five Little Presents Hanukkah Suggested Books: How Do Dinosaurs Say Happy Chanukah? by Jane Yolen On the First Night…

Storytime Theme: Wheels is a fun new spin on a transportation themed storytime that can stretch beyond cars and trucks to bikes and trains too!

Looking for what to do with your kids this summer? I've got LOTS of ideas for you! Things to do in the car, at home, for quiet times, and for fun! I hope you'll find a great idea to make your summer special. Welcome to Mom’s Library This post is filled with parenting tips, activities