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: […]
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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 […]
School Support Tips – Finding Library Events for Kids
This week, we’re showing you how to locate and register for Library events from the Stratford Library website. We hope you join us for events this November!
DIY Storytime – Vote!
Enjoy this DIY Storytime on the Vote! whenever is convenient. BOOKS: V Is for Voting • Written by Kate Farrell • Illustrated by Caitlin Kuhwald • Published by Henry Holt & Company • Presented by Storyville Kids An alphabet of terms related to voting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=soWLT8lDvc0 Here are some printable VOTE badges for kids to color […]
School Support Tips – Using the Library Catalog
Welcome to this week’s School Support Tip, where we walk you through using the Library’s catalog. It’s the best place to shop for books, movies, and more, and it’s free with your Library card!
What’s Going On – October 26 to 31, 2020
It’s going to be sweater weather this week! Are you ready? While you’re pulling out the sweaters, blankets, and cozy socks, check out what the Library has to offer this week! And be sure to check our calendar for a sneak peek of November events. Happy fall! School Support Tips On Mondays […]
DIY Storytime – Spooky
Enjoy this DO-IT-YOURSELF STORYTIME on the theme of SPOOKY! whenever you like! BOOKS Creepy Carrots • Written by Aaron Reynolds • Illustrated by Peter Brown • Published by Simons & Schuster Books for Young Readers • Presented by Weston Woods Jasper Rabbit loves to eat the carrots of Crackenhopper Field, until they start to follow […]
What’s Going On – October 21-24, 2020
It’s late October, and the two most important questions on all our minds are: What is the best kind of Halloween candy? Which recipe for pumpkin bread should I use? While we wouldn’t dare answer the first question, I must categorically state that the best pumpkin bread recipes should include cloves and raisins. And your […]
School Support Tip – How to Get a Library Card
How to Get A Library Card People often ask us, “How old does my child have to be to get a library card?” Our answer is, “They have to be born.” It’s true! All Stratford residents, regardless of their age, can get a library card. There are 3 levels of library cards: • Kids PreK-5th […]
DIY Storytime – Apples
DO-IT-YOUSELF STORYTIME on APPLES Enjoy this storytime whenever you like! BOOKS: How do Apples Grow? • Written & illustrated by Jill McDonald • Published by Doubleday Books for Young Readers • Presented by Stories for Kids This nonfiction books shows how apples grow from seeds to fruit-bearing trees. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIMeNi25Ww0 Print the pages for My Apple […]