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DIY Storytime – Libraries
Do-It-Yourself Storytime
LIBRARIESIn honor of Library card month, enjoy this DIY Storytime on the theme of libraries, whenever is convenient for your family.
BOOKS
Lola at the Library
• Written by Anna McQuinn
• Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw
• Published by Charlesbridge Publishing
• Presented by SnuggleBug StoryTime
Lola loves visiting the library with her mom and checking out books.
https://video.link/w/cTC7c
Do you live in or near Stratford, CT? The Stratford Library has lots of programs for people of all ages, including preschool storytimes. Check out our events calendar at:
https://stratfordlibrary.libcal.com/calendar
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Library Books Are NOT for Eating!
• Written by Todd Tarpley
• Illustrated by Tom Booth
• Published by Doubleday Books for Young Readers
• Presented by Read Right Now
Everyone at school loves Ms. Bronte, but not her habit of eating books.
https://video.link/w/vTC7c
The Stratford Library Children’s Department created this Book Care Song to help you learn the proper way to treat library books:
https://www.wevideo.com/view/1921401130
Splat the Cat and the Late Library Book
• Written and illustrated by Rob Scotton
• Published by HarperFestival
• Presented by Storytime IS Funtime!
When Splat puts some of his things in piles to donate, he is shocked to find a library book that is overdue.
https://video.link/w/KTC7c
Books and Giggles has ideas for kids to set up a Let’sPlay Library game.
https://booksandgiggles.com/indoor-activities-play-library/SONGS
The Library Song by Sesame Street
https://video.link/w/cUC7cThe Library Song by Tom Chapin
https://video.link/w/1UC7cArthur: Library Card Song by PBS
https://video.link/w/PUC7cRichard Scarry’s The Library Song
https://video.link/w/5VC7cMrs. Simpsons’, The Book Care Song! Sing along with a song written just for all of you!
School Support Tips – Sing the Book Care Song | Stratford Library AssociationRHYMES AND MOVEMENT ACTIVITIES
The Library Visit
(tune: The Wheels on the Bus)
(Note: Have a selection of books nearby to go with the song)Today we go to the library, (march in place)
Library, library.
Today we go to the library
Our favorite place.The librarian says, “Have a seat (sit down)
Have a seat, have a seat.”
The librarian says “Have a seat
For Storytime.”We sit on the rug to hear a tale, (sit up straight to pay attention)
Hear a tale, hear a tale.
We sit on the rug to hear a tale
She reads to us.We learn a new song and sing it loud, (repeat loudly: Sing it loud!)
Sing it loud, sing it loud,
We learn a new song and sing it loud
At Storytime.We go to the shelves to find a book, (stand up and walk to the books)
Find a book, find a book.
We go to the shelves to find a book
We love to read.The librarian says, “Try this book, (every child takes a book)
Try this book, try this book”.
The librarian says, “Try this book,
It’s just right for you.”We go to the desk to check out books (pretend to scan barcode of book)
Check out books, check out books.
We go to the desk to check out books
We’ll read at home.The librarian says, “Come back soon, (wave goodbye)
Come back soon, come back soon.”
The librarian says, “Come back soon.”
We know we will!10 Books for Kids
(Hold up 10 fingers and count down with the verses)10 books for children, out for storytime
The teacher picked a read-aloud, then there were 9.Nine books for kids to read, all of them are great
Ethan took a book on trucks, then there were 8.8 books, some told tales of famous men and women
Jess got a biography, then there were 7.7 books in a row, standing straight as sticks
Louie picked a comic book, then there were 6.6 books looking good, their pictures seem alive
Heather chose a book with pandas, then there were 5.5 books still waiting, with wondrous tales galore
Rick saw pirates hunting treasure, then there were 4.4 books on display for everyone to see
Sarah found some fairy tales, then there were 3.3 books on a shelf, all of them brand new
Bryan grabbed a science book, then there were 2.2 books wanting readers, both are full of fun
Beth checked out a book of jokes, then there was 1.1 book all alone and waiting patiently
And that lovely picture book’s the perfect one for me!Read, Read, Read a Book
(tune, Row, Row, Row Your Boat)Read, read, read a book
Reading everyday
Is a habit you should have
Reading is OK!Read, read, read a book
You can learn new things
Reading helps to make you smart
And what joy it brings!Read, read, read a book
Go to the library
Check out all the books you want
And read them all for free!
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Science Sunday – Earth’s Geology
Science Sunday: Earth’s GeologyThe Earth is fascinating! Although scientists have only dug about 8 miles beneath the surface (within Earth’s outer layer called the “crust”), we know that there are layers of molten rock far beneath us and also a solid metal core in the center of our planet. Rock formation, earthquakes & volcanoes, and geothermal energy are just a few of the interesting geology topics we can learn about.
See if you can answer these questions using the resources below:
- What is the difference between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks?
- Describe the similarities and differences between the various layers of the Earth.
- Explain what geothermal energy is and describe how geothermal energy can be used to create electricity. Why should governments consider using more geothermal energy sources?
- Name at least three volcanoes in the United States. Which states have the most volcanoes?
Read About It
Structure and layers of the Earth:
- https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/geography/physical-geography/structure-of-the-earth/
- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/crust/print/
- https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/core/
- https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/explainer-earth-layer-layer
How Geothermal Energy works:
- Geothermal Energy: A Student’s Guide: https://archive.epa.gov/climatechange/kids/solutions/technologies/geothermal.html
- Kids Discover: https://kidsdiscover.com/teacherresources/whats-good-and-whats-bad-about-geothermal-energy/
- U.S. Energy Information Administration: https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/geothermal/geothermal-power-plants.php
Types of Rocks:
- National Geographic:
- United States Geological Survey:
- https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-are-igneous-rocks?qt-news_science_products=0#qt-news_science_products
- https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-are-metamorphic-rocks-0?qt-news_science_products=0#qt-news_science_products
- https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/what-are-sedimentary-rocks-0?qt-news_science_products=0#qt-news_science_products
- National Park Service: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/geology/igneous.htm
Volcanoes: Did you know that there are 161 potentially active volcanoes in the United States??
- United States Geological Survey: https://www.usgs.gov/volcano
- NASA: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/volcanoes2/en/
- Volcano Diagram: https://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/64/gip64.pdf
- National Park Service – Volcanoes for Kids:
Play & Learn
Building & Crafts
- Layers of the Earth craft https://www.survivingateacherssalary.com/interactive-layers-earth-science-activity/
- Make a fan with earth’s layers: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/earth-fan/en/
- Layers of the Earth activities: https://littlebinsforlittlehands.com/lego-layers-of-the-earth-activity/
- Earth’s core model with clay: https://www.bakerross.co.uk/craft-ideas/teachers/earths-core-model/
Experiments
- Erupting Volcano: https://sciencebob.com/make-your-own-volcano/
Games:
- University of Oregon Volcano Games: https://volcano.oregonstate.edu/volcano-games
- National Geographic Volcano Quiz: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/games/quizzes/article/quiz-whiz-volcanoes
- BrainPop Time Zone X Volcanoes: https://www.brainpop.com/games/timezonexvolcanoes/?topic_id=
Fun Activities (coloring pages, word searches, etc.)
- http://www.supercoloring.com/coloring-pages/paricutin-volcano-eruption?tag=57217
- http://www.getcoloringpages.com/volcano-coloring-pages
Learning Worksheets:
- https://www.uek12.org/Downloads/Layers%20of%20the%20Earth%20Packet.pdf
- https://superstarworksheets.com/geography-worksheets/layers-of-the-earth-worksheets/
- https://homeschoolgiveaways.com/2019/04/learning-about-the-layers-of-the-earth-with-free-printables/
Granite https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Granite_5_(48674315157).jpg
Basalt https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Basalt_6_(48674790187).jpg
Obsidian https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Black_obsidian.JPG
Gabbro https://www.flickr.com/photos/jsjgeology/16541055767
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mayon_Volcano_Eruption_4.jpg
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Enjoy this DIY Storytime on the theme of Vacation whenever is convenient for your family.
Do-It-Yourself Storytime
VACATIONBOOKS:
The Night Before Summer Vacation
• Written by Natasha Wing
• Illustrated by Julie Durell
• Published by Grosset & Dunlap
• Presented by Jennifer Wentworth
A family gathers everything they will need for their summer vacation.
https://video.link/w/2653c
The Educators Spin On It has Tips for Packing a Travel Activity Bag for Kids:
https://theeducatorsspinonit.com/tips-for-packing-travel-activity-bag/
The Bears’ Vacation
• Written and illustrated by Stan and Jan Berenstain
• Published by Random House
• Presented by The Children’s Storytime Bookshelf
Papa Bear teaches Small Bear the rules to stay safe while at the beach.
https://video.link/w/F653c
No Time for Flash Cards has a Holiday Travel craft:
https://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2009/11/holiday-travel-craft.html
On the First Day of Summer Vacation
• Written Trish Rabe
• Illustrated by Sarah Jennings
• Published by HarperCollins
• Presented by Avery’s Reading Corner
The first 12 days of summer vacation are packed with fun in this rhyming story.
https://video.link/w/N653c
Café Mom has 40 Fun Staycation Ides for Families:
https://cafemom.com/lifestyle/212164-staycation-ideas-for-families-kidsSONGS:
The Vacation Song by Toobys English
https://video.link/w/zv53cGoing on a Holiday by Little Baby Bum/Moonbug Kids
https://video.link/w/nv53cVacation Song on Baby First TV
https://video.link/w/bv53cRHYMES AND FINGERPLAYS:
We’re Going to Go on Vacation
We’re going to go on vacation
Somewhere that’s far away
We’ll go by train, or plane, or bus
And arrive by the end of the day.We’re going to go exploring
To somewhere with lots of sun
Pack your suitcase, bring your camera
It’s going to be such fun.We’re going to go to the beach
We’ll swim and play in the sand
Bring your bathing suit and towel
Our vacation will be grand.We’re going to go to the mountains
Where we can camp and hike
At night we’ll sleep in a tent
And by day, we’ll ride our bikes.We’re coming back from vacation
Our week of adventure is done
We can’t wait to go on another
Vacations are so much fun.Oh We’re Goin’ On Vacation
(tune: She’ll Be Coming Around The Mountain)Oh we’re goin’ on vacation on a plane – Zoom zoom! (spread out arms like the wings of a plane)
Oh we’re goin’ flying to vacation on a plane – Zoom zoom!
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation plane – Zoom zoom!Oh we’re goin’ on vacation to a ranch – Yee-ha!
Oh we’re goin’ to ride horse at a ranch – Yee-ha! (pretend to ride a horse)
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation to a ranch – Yee-ha!Oh we’re goin’ on vacation to the beach – Splish splash!
Oh we’re goin’ to go swimming at the beach – Splish splash! (pretend to swim)
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation to the beach – Splish splash!Oh we’re going on vacation to the Alps – Swish swish!
Oh we’re going to go skiing on the Alps- Swish swish! (pretend to go skiing)
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re goin’ on a vacation
Oh we’re going on vacation to the Alps – Swish swish!(See what other vacation places you can think of.)
Transportation Vacation by Kenn Nesbitt
We went on vacation, my family and I.
We got on an airplane and flew through the sky.
We got off the airplane and boarded a bus
That went to where taxis were waiting for us.
We hopped in a taxi and drove to the shore,
Then rode in a boat for an hour or more.
The boat dropped us off and we climbed on a train
That went to the airport. We got on a plane.
The plane took us home. What a boring vacation!
We didn’t see anything; just transportation.
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