& other tales of a teacher turned librarian
Once a month, my library presents STEAM Storytime in place of Preschool Storytime. Here's a recent plan centered on constructive block play. Sing: Hi, Hello & How Are You? Welcome/Intro Welcome to STEAM Storytime! Today we’re focusing on Engineering. Research shows that constructive play (creating and building with different types of materials) supports children’s physical,… Continue reading STEAM Storytime Spotlight: Build & Break
Every November and December, I ask my library teammates to save their spare boxes for a special box-themed storytime. It's a great way to re-use all the holiday packages people get in the mail and a super popular program! Rhyme: Bread and Butter* Welcome/Introduction Welcome to STEAM Storytime, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art… Continue reading STEAM Storytime Spotlight: Boxitects
Sing: Good Morning to You* Welcome/Introduction/Announcements During my welcome and pre-storytime announcements, I asked the adults to stay nearby to help type their child's answers to questions in the chat box and to turn the camera on/off. I also asked them to grab ten SOMETHINGS to build with later - blocks, cups, whatever. I had… Continue reading Virtual Storytime Spotlight: Imagination
Storytime in the Stacks 