A is for Alligator
1/30/2019 and 2/1/2019

Snack:  animal crackers

Activities: swamp obstacle course

Songs:  I'm a Little Snowman, Glasses, Snowflake Snowflake, Teasing Mister Alligator

Flannel:  5 Little Alligators

Books:

Introduces alligators, a popular zoo animal, and describes what they are like and how they behave. (from publisher)

From the author of One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree:
Do you wanna? Wanna see?
Let’s go find that gator, gator, gator!
COME WITH ME!
Put on your life jacket, hop in the boat, and raise your binoculars—it’s time to go on an adventure!
In Daniel Bernstrom’s follow-up to the critically acclaimed One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree, a fearless little girl takes off in search of a giant gator—but she’s not going into that swamp alone! No way! She wants YOU, the reader, to come along.
Off you go, peering through the lush landscapes, looking for that gator! But each time you think you see it? Oops! Just a fox. Or some ducks! Or a snake. Maybe you’ll never find the gator, gator, gator . . .
With stunning illustrations from Sendak Fellow Frann Preston-Gannon, readers experience the feeling of being on a real adventure deep in the swamp. Rhyming, repeating, and exhilarating, the text is a delightful read-aloud romp that will entertain and make everyone’s heart skip a beat! (from publisher)

We hope to see you at Story Time this week!

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact us.

256-386-9212

ksherron@muscleshoals.lib.al.us

We Love Penguins!

1/23/2019 and 1/25/2019

Snack:  choice of pretzels or string cheese (gluten and dye free alternatives available)
 Activities:  Waddle Like a Penguin game 
Songs:  I'm a Little Snowman, Glasses, Snowflake Snowflake, Snowman ABCsBook:

Learn to count from one to ten with Penguin! Penguin loves snowy days. One snowy day means...one woolly hat, two warm mittens, three happy friends - and lots of fun! Foil-stamped snowflakes shimmer on the cover and every page of this cherry padded board book. The soft padded covers, rounded corners and sturdy board pages make this title a perfect fit for preschoolers! (from publisher)

"Life is supposed to be fun. We knew this instinctively as kids, but somehow forgot on the way to adulthood. We got busy and overwhelmed, started valuing things that don't matter, and learned to follow the rules that don't even exist: hate Mondays, only celebrate when the calendar gives you permission, don't make a mess, don't play hooky, hide your weirdness, hide your wrinkles, care what other people think. Following these so-called rules is a terrific way to stress you out, sap your energy, and ensure a boring life. But there's a better way. In his enlightening book, author and artist Jason Kotecki uncovers some of the most useless rules so you can shift perspective and start seeing the world with wonder once again. It's time to stop living by someone else's rules. Your life is a story, and a short one at that. Make it a good one, "--Back cover.

We hope to see you at Story Time this week!

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact us.

256-386-9212

ksherron@muscleshoals.lib.al.us

STICK STORY TIME

Snack:  pretzel sticks (gluten and dye free alternatives are available)

Activities:  painting with stick brushes from nature (Please keep in mind that we will be painting when you dress your littles for story time this week!  We do have old tee shirts you may put over clothes and all paint is washable.)

Songs:  I'm a Little Snowman, Glasses, Snowflake Snowflake, Snowman ABCs

Book:

When Stick rescues Stone from a prickly situation with a Pinecone, the pair becomes fast friends. But when Stick gets stuck, can Stone return the favor?
Author Beth Ferry makes a memorable debut with a warm, rhyming text that includes a subtle anti-bullying message even the youngest reader will understand. New York Times bestselling illustrator Tom Lichtenheld imbues Stick and Stone with energy, emotion, and personality to spare.
        In this funny story about kindness and friendship, Stick and Stone join George and Martha, Frog and Toad, and Elephant and Piggie, as some of the best friend duos in children’s literature. (from publisher)

Please contact us with any comments, questions, or concerns!

256-386-9212
ksherron@muscleshoals.lib.al.us

WIRELESS WEDNESDAYS

For the remainder of the school year, we will be having a program called "Wireless Wednesdays" every Wednesday afternoon from 3 to 5 p.m.  This will be replacing "Unplugged Tuesdays" from the first half of the school year.  The purpose of these weekly programs is to put away all distracting technology (video games, cell phones, etc.) and engage in more educational and social activities with one another.  Below is a tentative schedule of "Wireless Wednesday" activities.  We have the right to alter this schedule.

1/9:  no sew quilting
1/16:  truth or dare, board games
1/23:  Block Lock
1/30:  DIY STEM
2/6:  scratch art
2/13:  DIY Valentine cards, magnet play, Gears!Gears!Gears!
2/20:  board games, friendship monster craft
2/27:  Turning Tumble problem solving
3/6:  cross stitching
3/13:  cards
3/20:  coding with Ozobots
3/27:  Spring Break (no program)
4/3:  decorate the library's bulletin board
4/10:  A Bit Puzzling (jigsaw puzzles)
4/17:  keychain braiding
4/24:  Earth Day inspired trash art
5/1:  charades
5/8:  Turning Tumble problem solving
5/15:  Coloring Extravaganza
5/22:  board games

Please let us know if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions!

Snowman Story Time!

Wednesday, January 9th, 2019

Friday, January 11th, 2019

Preschool Story Time will be resuming this week!  For the remainder of the 2018-2019 school year, Preschool Story Time will be held on Wednesday and Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. 

Snack:  snowman string cheese (gluten and dye free alternatives are available)

Activities:  snowman puff painting

Songs:  I'm a Little Snowman, Glasses, Snowflake Snowflake, Snowman ABCs

Books:

A young girl makes a snowman, sleds, and has other winter fun! (from publisher)

A quickly built, and as quickly forgotten, snowman longs for the finery of his peers, until something unexpected makes him reconsider his priorities. (from publisher)

Please contact us with any comments, questions, or concerns!

256-386-9212
ksherron@muscleshoals.lib.al.us