& other tales of a teacher turned librarian
Are you tired of me blogging about snowy-themed storytimes and programs yet? I hope not! Spring in Colorado means snow one day and sun the next (or sometimes both on the same day), so I've still got snow on the brain! I love having different stations during programs because then kids can choose what they… Continue reading STEAM Family Fun with Snow!
For the past several years, I've been doing a Box Storytime/Play Party in January. I've been wondering what I could do with cardboard now that I primarily work with ages 5-12. When I saw another librarian post about MakeDo cardboard construction kits on social media, I had my answer! I took this program to two… Continue reading STEAM Family Fun with Cardboard!
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
Storytime in the Stacks 