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Storytime Theme: Wishes

This storytime theme went in a lot of different directions! So, whether you’re looking for fun, happy books about birthday wishes, or more serious books about wishes, you’ll find a little bit of everything! And for all ages too.

Some of these books might work better for an older audience – think early elementary, but could also open up some really great discussions as well. The book Wishes is about the author’s refugee experience and might be a great title for even older students to discuss what is currently happening in Ukraine.

I like the really popular storytime themes for things like construction and unicorns. But, sometimes an unexpected theme works really well too!

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Storytime Theme: Wishes

Storytime Theme: Wishes

Books

  1. How to Catch a Star by Oliver Jeffers
  2. Malala’s Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai, illustrated by Kerascoët 
  3. The Perfectly Perfect Wish by Lisa Mantchev, illustrated by Jessica Courtney-Tickle
  4. Something Extraordinary by Ben Clanton
  5. Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig
  6. Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld
  7. The Wish Tree by Kyo Maclear, illustrated by Chris Turnham
  8. Wishes by Mượn Thị Văn, illustrated by Victo Ngai
  9. Yes Day! by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld

Songs

  • Star Light, Star Bright – Super Simple Songs
    An oldie but goodie, perfect for our theme!
  • Happy Birthday to You – The Kiboomers
    My friend’s little girl absolutely LOVES the birthday song – it could be fun to sing it at storytime!
  • A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes – Cinderella
    A crowd favorite for all Disney fans!

Activities

  • Happy Birthday Cake Craft – KidsSoup
    A fun craft that also incorporates shapes too!
  • Thumbprint Dandelions – Glued to My Crafts
    A perfect way to make a wish and spread some cheer!
  • Scrunched Paper Star – Crafts on Sea
    A simple craft for toddlers and preschoolers!

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