Song: If You'd Like to Read a Book
The text for this book does not resonate with kids this young in a read-aloud setting. It's very poetic and beautiful, but it's too abstract, and the part about the bears especially seemed to turn them off.
Song: One Seed by the Laurie Berkner Band
This was my first time doing this song with a group. Most of the kids are three, and it was just right for them. I used the motions Laurie Berkner does in the video, with one exception - we didn't spin around; we turned our hands.
This is a new story time favorite for me. Kids love identifying animals and making their sounds.
Flannel Board Rhyme: Seven Snazzy Aunties
I made a portable flannel board out of a file folder to be able to do this without lugging my story time flannel board with me. Unfortunately, they didn't seem interested in the rhyme.
Song: The Wheels on the Bus
I always bring one movement-based book when I visit this group. They love acting out the motions. This was a lot of fun, and just perfect for their age.
I love, love, LOVE this book. It works better with slightly older kids, but some of these guys knew their colors, so it promoted some interaction.
Goodbye Song: We Wave Goodbye Like This
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