???????? DREW THE LONELY DRAGON by Tara Erickson | READ-ALOUD
In the lesson “Welcome to Story Time,” Ryan Legod and Craig Tovey read “Drew the Lonely Dragon” by Tara Erickson, which tells the story of Drew, a little dragon who feels lonely after his mother leaves. Through his adventures and with the help of Princess Katrina and new friends, Drew learns to embrace his strengths, overcome challenges, and discover that friendship can fill the void left by family, ultimately finding happiness and belonging.
One by Kathryn Otoshi | READ ALOUD | CHILDREN’S BOOK
In today’s Story Time, we explored “The Story of Blue and Red,” a tale about overcoming bullying and finding courage. Blue, who often felt sad due to Red’s teasing, learns to stand up for himself with the support of a new color and his friends, ultimately promoting forgiveness and unity. The story emphasizes the importance of standing together against negativity and the power of friendship.
???? 4 Awesome DAVID Read-Alouds by David Shannon
In this Story Time lesson, Ryan Lagod and Craig Tovy introduce children to the adventures of a little boy named David through various books by David Shannon. The stories highlight David’s mischievous behavior and the lessons he learns about rules, responsibility, and the importance of saying sorry, all while emphasizing the unconditional love from his family. Ultimately, the lesson encourages children to embrace their mistakes as opportunities for growth and to enjoy the joy of storytelling.
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes | READ-ALOUD
In the lesson “Welcome to Story Time,” Ryan introduces the story “Chrysanthemum” by Kevin Henkes, which follows a young girl who initially loves her unique name but faces teasing from her classmates on her first day of school. With the support of her parents and a kind music teacher, Chrysanthemum learns to embrace the beauty of her name, ultimately realizing that it is special and perfect just as it is. The story encourages children to appreciate their own names and recognize their individuality.
????⛄️ Kid’s Read-Aloud | SNEEZY THE SNOWMAN by Maureen Wright
In today’s Story Time, we read “Sneezy the Snowman” by Maureen Wright, which follows Sneezy’s humorous adventures as he tries to find the perfect way to stay warm without melting. Despite his attempts with hot cocoa, a hot tub, and a campfire, Sneezy learns that the right balance of clothing and ice cream keeps him comfortable. The story concludes with Sneezy and the children happily discovering that moderation is key to staying just right!
Pirates Love Underpants by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort | READ-ALOUD
In today’s story time, we explored the adventurous tale “Pirates Love Underpants” by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort, where silly pirates embark on a quest to find magical golden pants. The story emphasizes the importance of perseverance, as the pirates face challenges but ultimately succeed in their mission. We also learned fun facts about pirates and encouraged everyone to embrace their inner pirate by creating their own adventures!
????3 Kid’s Halloween Read-Alouds | CREEPY TRILOGY!
In “Creepy Carrots,” Jasper the rabbit becomes convinced that the carrots he loves are following him and causing mischief, leading him to build a fence to keep them in place. However, the clever carrots escape, showing that sometimes our fears can be unfounded and that we may not have control over everything. In “Creepy Pair of Underwear,” Jasper’s excitement over a pair of spooky underwear turns into a humorous struggle as they keep reappearing despite his attempts to get rid of them, ultimately teaching him that facing fears with courage can lead to personal growth.
READ ALOUD | Gingerbread Girl by Lisa Campbell Ernst
In today’s story time, Craig Tove shared the delightful tale of “The Gingerbread Girl” by Lisa Campbell Ernst. The story follows a clever Gingerbread Girl who escapes from her creators, an old couple, and outsmarts various characters, including a sly fox, ultimately leading to a happy ending where she befriends the fox and brings joy to the couple’s lives. The lesson emphasizes the importance of cleverness and friendship, showcasing how the Gingerbread Girl learns from her brother’s fate to create her own adventure.
Goodnight Moon | READ ALOUD
In this lesson, children are introduced to the beloved story “Goodnight Moon” by Margaret Wise Brown, exploring the cozy and peaceful Great Green Room filled with various objects and friendly characters. Through interactive questions about the items in the room, such as a telephone, a balloon, and playful kittens, children engage their imagination and learn about the importance of saying goodnight as a comforting bedtime ritual. The session concludes with an invitation to return for more story time adventures, encouraging a love for reading.
???? Kids Read Aloud | BEDTIME FOR MONSTERS by Ed Vere
In today’s Story Time, we explored the whimsical tale “Bedtime for Monsters” by Ed Vere, which playfully imagines a monster’s adventure as he journeys toward a child’s bedroom. As the story unfolds, we learn that the monster, rather than being scary, is simply looking for a bedtime snack, encouraging children to embrace their imagination and dispel fears of monsters. The lesson concludes with a comforting reminder that it’s time for both children and monsters to sleep, inviting them to leave out a snack for the friendly creature.