Storytime magic : 400 fingerplays, flannelboards, and other activities

Enriching and supplementing storytelling programs with fingerplays, flannelboards, and other props will be a cinch thanks to this generous sampling of art and craft ideas, songs, and action rhymes. This time-saving resource includes

Thematic organization to make program planning easy Recommended books for each theme Easy-to-follow craft and flannelboard patterns Quick Tips boxes that enhance the early literacy component

A unique addition to the programming shelf, this treasure trove of storytime tools is designed to help veteran librarians refresh and enliven ongoing programs, while providing novice storytime planners what they need to get started!

Storytime tips for every age group -- All about me -- Animals -- Around the world -- At home -- Bugs and insects -- Concepts -- Fairy tales and castles -- Family and friends -- Food -- Holidays and celebrations -- The natural world -- People in my neighborhood -- Play -- School and library -- Sing and dance -- Transportation.