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    Gearing up for the Blogging A to Z Challenge

    AtoZ Blogging Challenge

    April is going to be a busy month here on Literacious! I’ll be posting my regular content each week with storytime themed lesson plans, book lists, and more, but I’ll also be participating in my 10th year of the Blogging A to Z Challenge! If you’re unfamiliar with this blogging…

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    Parenting Book List: Doctors, Dentists, and More!

    I started working on this list focusing solely on doctor visits, but the longer I researched the more I realized that this list needed to be more than visiting the doctor and it really became a list of books about kids interacting with other adults. Think more along the lines…

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    Storytime Theme: Summer

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    Storytime lesson plans don’t need to be complicated! They need to be developmentally appropriate for the age group, but rather than trying to think up elaborate themes with limited books to support it, why not try something easy? A seasonal storytime theme is great because there are so many different…

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    Storytime Theme: Blue

    Blue storytime header

    It’s time for one of my favorite colors – blue! And while my official favorite color is teal, I love shades of blue of all types from the lightest blues to the deepest, dark colors. And if you’re just joining me, check out red, orange, yellow, and green that were…

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    Storytime Theme: Green

    Green Storytime Header

    Green is the color of storytime this week! I love green because it allows us to explore the outdoors with lots of animals and plants. And if you’re just joining me, check out red, orange, and yellow that were posted earlier and come back again for trip through all the…

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    Parenting Book List: Sleeping

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    Bedtime and sleep are important habits that should be set up early. And while some kids take to a bedtime routine with a quick yawn and snuggle, for others winding down at night can be very difficult. Creating a routine can help kids’ brains understand what’s coming up and what…

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    Storytime Theme: St. Patrick’s Day

    St. Patrick's Day storytime header

    Keep your eyes open for a sneaky little leprechaun at this fun St. Patrick’s Day storytime! With stories that highlight rainbows, leprechauns, and a little bit of Irish folklore this is a perfect storytime lesson plan that can be used for toddlers, preschoolers, and even elementary age students. You can…

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    Parenting Book List: Potty Training

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    Potty training is a huge milestone for kids and caregivers and while some kids take on the challenge quickly and easily, for some kids potty training can be very difficult. In my library, potty training books are some of the most asked for titles in the children’s department. The titles…

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    2025 Blogging A to Z April Challenge: Theme Reveal

    Can you believe April is around the corner already?!?!?! Spring is almost h ere and I’ve got daffodils poking through my garden beds. Although I love seeing flowers everywhere, I also love April because it’s the Blogging A to Z Challenge month! This will be my 10th year participating in…

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    Storytime Theme: Yellow

    Yellow Storytime Theme

    It’s time for yellow to have it’s moment in the spotlight with this fun storytime all about yellow things like bananas, bees, buses, and more! If you’re just joining me, check out red and orange that were posted earlier and come back again for trip through all the rainbow colors…