& other tales of a teacher turned librarian
Do you still call it passive programming? Or do you use the term self-directed patron programming? Personally, I'm a big fan of Heather Booth's phrase: free-range programs! Whatever temporary pop-up programs are called these days, here's some fun ideas for winter! Back when staff-led programs and play areas were closed during the early days of… Continue reading Pop-Up Winter Programs
Today's Top Ten Tuesday is a freebie! I thought I'd share quotes that really resonated with me while I was reading in 2022... you might notice a common theme. A menu is like a story. Appetizer, entrée, dessert. Beginning, middle, and a happy ending. -Lisa Yee, Maizy Chen's Last Chance Some stories made you change… Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Favorite Bookish Quotes from 2022
It's getting to be that time of year when I host a special box storytime/play party! I sure do miss this program... and I'm sure my former teammates miss me recycling all their holiday boxes! This Throwback Thursday, I'm remembering the very first one back in January 2020. Rhyme: Bread & Butter* Play: Mr. Fox… Continue reading STEAM Storytime Spotlight: The Inaugural Box Play Party!
Storytime in the Stacks 