I usually do not make a big deal out of Easter at the library. Spring Break normally falls this week and in the past I have taken time off to spend with my daughter. This year with so many snow days she had school and I found myself asked about Easter. I try to avoid religious celebrations because I am…
Words and thoughts from Rachée
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We don’t “do” Halloween at my library but the event cannot be ignored. We have a selection of Halloween books available for check out, the after school chatter from my tweens and littles includes Halloween costumes and I may or may not be keeping bite sized bags of snacks near my desk. As I looked on Pinterest for non-holiday ideas…
Over the summer I commandeered an old book cart which I used to keep track of the books and materials for summer programs. I never quite gave it up and now use it to help me keep track of the books and things I need for upcoming programs or crafts at the library. The book cart sits next to…
Infant storytime has started up again and I wanted to try something different for fall, more Flannel Boards. I still don’t get flannel boards but I can see the attraction. I used one during our down on the farm theme and the kids who attended were happy to participate and be a part of the story. They ran up to…
Create a literacy center which will develop a love of books by playing out the parts, recalling text, and every part of a story.