A beautifully illustrated collection of very simple but clever hands-on projects includes step-by-step instructions for games, puppets, jewelry, toys, and more relating to eighty of the most popular children's songs, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and stories.

Fresh, fun ideas for children's storytime fill this book. The author, a long-time storytime facilitator, has put together 52 weekly themes plus additional plans for holidays, all with detailed instructions for talking about the theme and choosing the books, crafts, songs, poems, games and snacks. Each storytime idea is illustrated with photographs of a suggested craft and snack for easy reference. Libraries, bookstores, preschools and parents alike can use this book to offer themed storytimes that include discussion, literature, art, music, movement and food. Options are provided for each storytime, so the ideas can be used year after year.

This seasonal offering provides craft projects that highlight holidays, special days and changes in the weather.

Complete preparation advice and easy step-by-step instructions to creat projects related to children's stories.

Presents detailed instructions for twenty-four storytime craft projects and programs for children ages two to six that highlight special days throughout the year.

Presents detailed instructions for twenty-four storytime craft projects and programs for children ages two to six that highlight special days throughout the year.

Complete preparation advice and easy step-by-step instructions for projects related to children's stories.