New to gardening? Looking to spruce up your backyard? With the weather (finally!) starting to warm up, gardening is a great way to get outside and enjoy that home you’ve been staying in 🙂 It’s also a good way to discover the many health benefits gardening can bring! Whether it’s vegetable plants, herbs, flowers […]
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What’s Going On – April 26 to May 2
It’s week 7. You have earned this picture of a goat. Goats are, of course, adorable, they eat invasive species, and they look like they have a great sense of humor! Find something to laugh about this week with online Library programs. For live programs, join us via Zoom on your computer, laptop, or smartphone. […]
DIY Storytime – Trucks
Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Trucks Enjoy this storytime at your own pace and schedule!* Story: I Stink! • Written by Kate McMullan • Illustrated by Jim McMullan • Published by HarperCollins • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgbK_mwOL2g A garbage truck describes his job. Story: Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel • Written by and illustrated by Virginia Lee Burton • […]
What’s Going On April 19-25, 2020
It’s week… six – you got this! It’s time to jump into spring! (Yes, the animal pictures are here to stay. I keep finding new ones for every mood!) And, whatever your mood, we’ve got an online program, storytime, or Stay at Home bingo game to suit! We’d love to see your family this week. […]
DIY Storytime – Dragons
Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Dragons Enjoy this storytime at your convenience!* Story: When a Dragon Moves In • Written by Jodi Moore and illustrated by Howard McWilliam • Published by Flashlight Press • Read by Mark Duplass You might feel lucky when a dragon moves into your sandcastle, but there could be some problems. https://www.storylineonline.net/books/when-a-dragon-moves-in/ […]
What’s Going On – April 12-19
It’s week… five – can that be right? Are you exhausted? Talking with parents, it seems it’s all about the routine – make us part of your routine with … online programs, bookgroups, storytimes, and our new Stay at Home bingo! There are also some special vacation week programs on this week’s schedule. For live programs, join […]
DIY Storytime – Spring
Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Spring Things Enjoy this storytime at your own pace and schedule!* Story: When Spring Comes • Written by Kevin Henkes and Laura Dronzek • Published by Greenwillow Books • PV Storytime What happens when spring comes? This story will tell you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IMQguIVLL4 Preschool lessons plans from No Time for Flashcards: https://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2018/03/preschool-lesson-plan-for-spring.html […]
April Stay at Home Bingo
Our librarian Miss Melissa has designed a fun game for children for the month of April – Stay at Home Bingo! Complete activities and color in the card as you go. Children who complete a five-in-a-row BINGO can have their parents email us a picture of the completed card at childrens@stratfordlibrary.org for a shoutout on […]
What’s Going On – April 7-12, 2020
It’s week four! You’re doing great! The Stratford Library Children’s Department continues to offer online storytimes and programs for children and their families. Email us with questions and suggestions at childrens@stratfordlibrary.org Our Zoom events (most live storytimes) now require registration. After you register, we’ll send you a Zoom(y) invitation to join! Preschool Storytime Tuesdays at 10:30 […]
DIY Storytime – Puppies
Do-It-Yourself Storytime Theme – Puppies Story: Harry the Dirty Dog • Written by Gene Zion & Illustrated by Margaret Bloy Graham • Published by Harper Collins • Read by Betty White Harry is a white dog with black spots who loves everything…except baths. So one day before bath time, Harry runs away. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7j0OY3236jw Story: Some […]