More family storytimes : twenty-four creative programs for all ages

Storytimes are essential to every public library and attract children and adults in droves, cementing the relationship between children and the library. In addition, they allow parents and caregivers to network and learn how to conduct similar programs at home. In this sequel to Family Storytimes, best-selling author Rob Reid packs More Family Storytimes full of all new material that gets everyone involved and participating in the fun. This book provides 24 different, 30-minute programs that encourage learning readiness and reading skills. Not only are the programs practical and creative, but they will captivate audiences of all ages with

Tested and library-ready program plans at a glance Engaging activities that elicit audience response Relevant themes and resources

Featuring stories, fingerplays, songs, and movement activities, More Family Storytimes will enhance the time families spend at the library. If you liked Family Storytime , you will love the imaginative and energetic ideas in Reid's latest book!

• Acknowledgments p. vii
• Introduction p. ix
• A New Hello p. xiii
• The Programs
• Second-Generation Favorites p. 3
• Altered Endings and Twisted Tales p. 11
• Barnyard Fun p. 19
• Big and Gray p. 25
• Birdland p. 31
• Black Bears, Brown Bears, Polar, Panda, and Teddy Bears p. 37
• Bubbly Bubble Bathtime p. 45
• Creepy Crawlers p. 51
• Frogs, Snakes, Turtles, 'Gators, and Crocs p. 58
• Jammy Jamboree p. 64
• Meow and Squeak! p. 70
• Mouthsounds p. 76
• The Name Game p. 83
• Outrageous Hats and Sensible Shoes p. 89
• Papas, Granddads, and Uncles p. 95
• Super Moms, Super Grandmas, and Super Aunts p. 102
• The Tricksters p. 109
• Uh-Oh! Accidents! p. 115
• Under the Deep Blue Sea, Sea, Sea p. 121
• What'cha Gonna Wear? p. 127
• What's Cooking? p. 133
• Wild Critters p. 139
• Winter Wonderland p. 146
• Woof and Wag p. 152
• A Final Good-bye Activity p. 159
• Resources p. 161
• Index p. 165