Storytime Planning: Resource of the Week

One of the things I’ve been working on with regards to my storytimes is the concept of intention.  Being intentional about the books, songs, rhymes, early literacy messages, and flow of those precious 30 minutes.  I’ve always been a storytime planner, and I started the year by sharing how I incorporated more repetition of stories throughout a 10… Continue reading Storytime Planning: Resource of the Week

Toddler Storytime: Favourite Songs and Rhymes, Part 2

To this day, toddlers remain one of my favourite age groups to work with.   I thought I’d take some time to update the series I started two years ago that featured all the components of my toddler storytimes.  This week I’m sharing the songs and rhymes my toddlers have been loving recently.  If you’d like… Continue reading Toddler Storytime: Favourite Songs and Rhymes, Part 2

Flannel Friday: Tickle Monster by Edouard Manceau

Another Flannel Friday submission! Who am I even?! I may just be becoming a flannel story enthusiast, folks.  This one, like the ones I’ve done before, is simple.  If you’ve read French children’s book author Edouard Manceau’s book Windblown, you’ll know his brilliance when it comes to shapes.  My library recently acquired his newly translated… Continue reading Flannel Friday: Tickle Monster by Edouard Manceau