Category Archives: Blogger Katie Salo

Board Book Storage

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Katie Salo

We recently changed a lot in my library when we made the decision to switch to subject categorization in our picture books. One of my favorite things that we changed was how we stored our Board Books. When I started … Continue reading →

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Opening & Closing Storytime

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Katie Salo

One of the best things that I’ve ever done for my storytimes is to create an opening and closing routine for both me and my patrons. I love that using these routines gives us all structure and a sense of … Continue reading →

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Using Caldecott Books In Storytime

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Katie Salo

Ever since I was lucky enough to be in attendance at the Youth Media Awards in Seattle, I’ve been thinking about how to use Caldecott books in storytime. Sarah Bean Thompson has been doing all Caldecott books in her storytimes … Continue reading →

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Process & Product Art In Storytime

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Katie Salo

Recently, I’ve read a lot of debate about offering crafts in storytime and what purpose that serves. One of the major concerns is what kind of art we are using — process versus product art. Let’s get some definitions straight … Continue reading →

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Sickness & Storytime

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Katie Salo

You’ve planned your storytimes weeks in advance and then suddenly, the night before the program, you’re hit with the flu. Or maybe you can’t speak — whatever your ailment, you absolutely cannot do storytime the next day. This month’s blog … Continue reading →

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So You Want to Make Flannelboards…

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Katie Salo

If you’ve always admired the hand-crafted flannelboards and puppet sets on the web and you wanted to know how to make your own, this post is for you! Since this isn’t a process that’s cookie-cutter for anyone, I’ve tried to … Continue reading →

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Props in Storytimes!

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Katie Salo

One of my favorite ways to spice up storytime is to use props! While puppets and flannelboards are my go-to items, I thought that today I would share some non-cloth based props to make your storytimes shine. Boxes Meet my … Continue reading →

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All By Ourselves

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Katie Salo

A few weeks ago, I had set up for a storytime that had over thirty children registered. I had carefully laid out our craft items, piled up books next to my chair, and eagerly awaited the tiny smiling faces scheduled … Continue reading →

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