Soupy Story Time

This week, we are reading stories about soup! What is your favorite soup?

We are excited that Miss Linda joined us to read a story this week. She was a little nervous about reading on camera, so be sure to tell her you liked her story if you see her. We think she did an awesome job!

Check out the stories below and then take a look at the recipe for Mexicali soup we have shared. It cooks in one pot and it is easy enough that parents can have some “little helpers” assist in making the soup. This recipe is very mild, too!

https://youtu.be/nAnOJnXk-OE
https://youtu.be/YxQ_zoRG1iU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qz-sJkiNS-0

Spider Virtual Story Time

This week, Miss Theresa is reading a couple stories about spiders! These tiny critters might look a little scary, but they are our friends. Listen to the stories to find out why!

https://youtu.be/RjEtGUogAHs
https://youtu.be/IMEiqWrQLrI

Check out the super cute craft for this week! Aren’t these spiders darling?

https://iheartcraftythings.com/paper-plate-spiders.html

Hat Virtual Story Time

This week, Miss Theresa is sharing a couple stories about hats! Hats are great for when you are having a “bad hair day,” when you just want to wear something fun, or if you need to keep your head warm. Do you have a hat you like the wear?

https://youtu.be/C4na5__I2J4
https://youtu.be/_tsoTsK2zmY

Have you ever made a hat out of newspaper? This classic craft is fun and easy. Check out the tutorial in the link below. And if you need newspaper, we have plenty at the library ready for recycling. Just ask!

How to Make a Newspaper Hat on Wikihow

Spring Virtual Story Time

Our story time this week focuses on celebrating spring. Ms Theresa talks about spring and how we can tell that it is spring. The books she is reading today are Spring is Here by Will Hillenbrand and The Thing About Spring by Daniel Kirk.

For craft ideas related to spring, refer to the link from last week’s story time and/or come in to get a spring craft kit.

https://youtu.be/1bxalgIjm-s
https://youtu.be/js9i12hLO4I

Spring Story Time

Miss Theresa is reading a couple spring-themed stories this week!

https://youtu.be/4UP5Gh3Cv0c
https://youtu.be/hQ37gGhohxA

There are so many cute ideas for crafts out there. We couldn’t pick just one! Instead we are sharing a link to 150+ Spring Craft Ideas. You’re sure to find something easy and adorable to make with your little ones. Click on the picture to go to the website!

Golden Sower Story Time

This week, we are reading two books that have been chosen as nominees for the 2020-2021 Nebraska Golden Sower Awards. Your child may be participating in the voting program for these books at school.

https://youtu.be/MQu-42M1qRw
https://youtu.be/0yASZ5LH1Bo

This week, our craft is super easy! All you need is a paper plate, some supplies, for decorating, and your imagination. Check out the link for ideas to inspire you.

https://www.thecrafttrain.com/12-paper-plate-dinosaur-crafts-for-kids/

Dr. Seuss Virtual Story Time

Tuesday, March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Many kids in school celebrate this day as Read Across America Day. This week, we are celebrating Dr. Seuss with a couple of our favorite whacky books.

Miss Theresa’s favorite is the classic Green Eggs and Ham. Miss Megan’s favorite is Fox in Socks, a tongue twister! Check out the stories below and then check out the craft ideas.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_y1Ple3GVA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ui3l_G-BRo

22 Easy and Fun Dr. Seuss Crafts for Kids

Critter Story Time

Miss Megan and Miss Theresa are reading some fun animal stories this week!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12CCSfm9zrc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyB9sOhVbcA

All you need for this week’s craft are some old clothes pins, pipe cleaners, and a sprinkle of creativity. Click on the picture below to see the instructions for this cute and easy project.

Another Snowy Story Time

We are ready for spring! Aren’t you? Hopefully this will be the last time we feel inspired to do a story time about snow this season. Listen to our stories and then check out the fun craft kit you can pick up at the library!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huLVh7_eBak
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daU7y9RsocQ

Our craft this week is a kit you pick up at the library. Kids will use a pencil eraser to make snowflakes surrounding their snowman. You can make a big pile of snow like Miss Megan did, and then color in your snowman. The snowman coloring page and the pencil are provided in the kit. All you need to provide at home is the paint.