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Wonderful World of Color

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Jennifer Schultz

Colors and young children go together like peanut butter and jelly. Children often get attached to a specific color, are drawn to crayons like moths to light, and love to show off their knowledge of colors. A color-themed story time … Continue reading →

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Happy Pig Day!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Jennifer Schultz

Oh, the things you learn from Chase’s Calendar of Events. When I need inspiration for library programming or display ideas, I often consult Chase’s Calendar of Events or my favorite online source for holidays, Brownie Locks.  Fans of all things … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Black History Month….With Picture Books

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Jennifer Schultz

You’re likely to have an increase in patrons looking for books pertaining to African-American history in the upcoming days and weeks due to Black History Month. Since there are many superb titles that feature the history of African-Americans, let’s chat specifically … Continue reading →

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Hello New Year!

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Jennifer Schultz

Hello 2012! This may be the first work day of the new year for many people, so Happy New Year to all. Let’s say “hello” to the new year with books that are about saying hello, greeting people, etc. I … Continue reading →

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Everybody Complains About the Weather, But Nobody Does Anything About It

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Jennifer Schultz

Weather story time themes offer a multitude of delicious read alouds, perfect for any season. Planning a weather story time is a tricky thing; your winter story time will inevitably fall on a day boasting above average temperatures. If it’s … Continue reading →

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Hibernation Story Time

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Jennifer Schultz

Seasonal story times are part and parcel for story times. Halloween story times have come and gone, along with many fall story times, and it’s too soon for winter story times. How about a hibernation/migration story time in between your … Continue reading →

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It’s National Adopt a Pet Month!

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Jennifer Schultz

In honor of National Adopt a Pet Month, here are my favorite stories involving pet adoption: “Let’s Get a Pup!” Said Kate Ever since the death of her cat, Kate has longed for another pet. Deciding that a dog from … Continue reading →

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Happy Library Card Sign-Up Month!

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Jennifer Schultz

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! I know many libraries plan special campaigns and programs to celebrate. Consider these titles for displays, story times, bibliographies, or booktalks:   Oh, what to do if you’re a farm animal and the human … Continue reading →

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