Once a child has confidently mastered the Easy Reader Fiction books, the next step in their literacy development is short chapter books. The Stratford Library Children’s Department has a special Bridge Books collection designed to provide the perfect transition between beginning readers and longer middle grade fiction. The goal in choosing Bridge Books is to […]
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DIY Storytime – Native American Stories
Enjoy this DIY Storytime of NATIVE AMERICAN STORIES whenever you like! BOOKS: Fry Bread • Written by Kevin Noble Maillard • Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal • Published by Roaring Brook Press • Presented by A Really Good Reading Nook The Native American tradition of making fry bread is depicted in this wonderful book about heritage […]
What’s Going On November 28 to December 5, 2020
Now that Stratford Schools are on remote learning, it’s important to find ways to make each day special. The Library can help! Here are a few suggestions for everyday joy. Of course, you can enjoy these suggestions any time, not just on the days suggested. Thursday, November 26 – Dial it up! While you’re waiting […]
School Support Tip – Borrowing ebooks and eaudiobooks
One of the things the Children’s librarians love the most is our 24/7 Library. In case you didn’t know, you can borrow ebooks (to read with your eyes) and eaudiobooks (to read with your ears – not cheating, really! Here’s a site that explains how audiobooks work in the brain and promote learning). Any time […]
DIY Storytime – Thanks
Enjoy this DIY Storytime on Thanks at any convenient time with your family. BOOKS: The Thankful Book • Written and illustrated by Todd Parr • Published by • Presented by The Doodley Doos’ Kids Music Channel Kids say what they are thankful for in this colorful book. https://video.link/w/7yprb Here’s a fun game to teach kids […]
What’s Going On November 19 to 28, 2020
This is the week to ask yourself a very important question – what kind of pie? And another important question we can help you answer – what can our family do to learn, create, and share? – well, here are some upcoming ideas from the Library! Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ Go Crafts Ages 4-6. Craft […]
School Support Tip: Easy Reader Fiction
Easy Reader Fiction Books Easy Reader Fiction books are a wonderful and engaging tool to involve preschool children and beginning readers in literacy development. The Stratford Library Children’s Department has an extensive collection of Easy Reader Fiction books designed to encourage love of reading among young children. The goal in choosing Easy Reader books is […]
DIY Storytime – Astronauts
Enjoy this DIY Storytime on the theme of Astronauts whenever you like! BOOKS: Pete the Cat: Out of This World • Written and illustrated by James Dean • Published by HarperCollins • Presented by Let’s Read Stories Pete the Cat goes to Space Camp in this fun book. https://video.link/w/FAnqb Kids can train like an astronaut […]
School Support Tip – Easy Nonfiction Books
Easy Nonfiction Books Many preschool children and beginning readers are interested in learning about the world around them. The Stratford Library Children’s Department has a browsing collection of Easy Nonfiction books designed to spark the curiosity of these young explorers. Easy Nonfiction books are organized by subject in these categories and sub-categories: • About Me: […]
DIY Storytime: Leaves
Enjoy this DIY Storytime on LEAVES whenever your family wishes. BOOKS: I Am A Leaf • Written by Jean Marzollo • Illustrated by Judith Moffatt • Published by Cartwheel Books • Presented by Bookworm Bonnie Learn about the life cycle and functions of a leaf. https://video.link/w/lpMqb Teaching Mama has several activities to do with real […]