STEAM Family Fun with Cardboard!

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!

STEAM Storytime Spotlight: Heart Art

Sharing a fun feelings-centered storytime plan for Valentine's Day — or any day! It's always a good time to help kids build SEL skills. Sing: Now It's Time to Say Hello* Sing: When the Zoo Wakes Up in the Morning... (puppets) When monkeys wake up in the morning,They always say good day.When monkeys wake up… Continue reading STEAM Storytime Spotlight: Heart Art

STEAM Storytime Spotlight: The Inaugural Box Play Party!

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!