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Storytime Theme: Summer
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
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 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
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
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
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
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…
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Storytime Theme: Orange
I’m updating some of my color-themed storytime lesson plans and today we’re talking all about the color orange! If you missed the red storytime, take a look! This is a bright, cheery storytime theme filled with great books about tigers, carrots, butterflies, pumpkins and more. Whether you always offer crafts…
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Storytime Theme: Red
Sometimes it can be exhausting having to think of a new and exciting theme for storyime and then having to find books and songs and even crafts or extension activities that fit the theme. If you’re not quite ready to go theme-less (and it is possible!), why not try opening…
