More resources!
These are some of my go-to online resources that I find super helpful!
This is one of my favorites because it shows how each storytime went and how to improve it for next time.
Features storytime ideas, book recommendations, songs, and activities for kids ages 0–6.
Offers fresh and fun ideas to make storytime more engaging.
This one is my favorite for professional development and general storytime advice like managing caregiver distractions during storytime.
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ffers a wide range of songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and flannelboard ideas.
I use this one for unique flannel board and rhyme ideas!
Focuses on promoting diverse voices and inclusive programming.
Shares storytime plans, book lists, reviews, and library program ideas for all ages.
Great resource for creative, inclusive, and effective library services.
My favorite blog for themed storytimes, especially when I'm looking for holiday-inspired ideas.
Offers great resources to help me get started with creative storytime plans.
Includes excellent sensory-friendly resources to make storytimes inclusive for all kids.
This is my go-to if I need inspiration for storytime themes.
Easy-to-follow storytime plans with step-by-step instructions.
Tons of themed storytimes to explore and get inspired by.
Fun STEM and STEAM ideas to mix things up and keep kids engaged.
This blog is amazing to learn how and why you should make storytime equitable and accessible.
It provides storytime plans that have been thoughtfully created with important values, such as emotions and diversity, for any educator to use.