Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: 1. Print 2. Laminate (Optional) 3. Cut out each of the sorting cards Directions for play: Review each of the cards with your students. Discuss whether these are things we do or do not do at the library. Place the card in the correct spot on the mat. Learning Standards: Sorts […]
Materials List: – 1 board book and 1 paperback version of the same title – Magnifying glasses (optional) – Chart paper or simple t-chart (“Board Book / Paperback”) – Sticky notes or markers Preschool Learning Objectives: – Develop observation skills through hands-on exploration – Compare and contrast different book formats – Use descriptive language to […]
Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: 1. Print 2. Laminate (Optional) 3. Cut out each of the counting cards, and book counters. Directions for play: Students flip over a counting card and place the corresponding number of books on the shelf. They clear their board and play again. Alternatively, all the books can be placed on the […]
Materials List: – A variety of books suitable for preschoolers Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Develop social skills by participating in a book exchange with their peers. 2. Expand their love for reading by exploring new books. 3. Practice decision-making and communication skills by selecting a book to exchange. Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Before the book […]
Materials List: – A variety of children’s books (fiction, nonfiction, picture books, etc.) Preschool Learning Objectives: – Develop language and communication skills through asking questions and having conversations – Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills by listening to others’ preferences and making recommendations – Practice social skills through taking turns and actively listening to peers […]
Materials List: – Books about how to care for books (e.g., “Book Doctor” by Debra Hess, “The Librarian from the Black Lagoon” by Mike Thaler) – Several books that may have minor damage (water damage, torn pages, etc.) – Crayons – Food items (such as crumbs or fruit peelings) – Stuffed animals or toy animals […]
Materials List: – Unit blocks – Brown paper – Marker Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Develop fine and gross motor skills by stacking and arranging blocks 2. Enhance language and literacy skills by discussing favorite books 3. Encourage creativity by building unique structures with blocks 4. Practice organization skills by arranging blocks by size or title […]
Materials: Scissors, Coloring utensils Assembly Directions: 1. Print a teacher copy, and a copy for each student. Directions for play: Provide your students with crayons (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple). Sit at a table and practice reading. Have your students sound out each color word, and color the book found on each page, the […]
Materials: Scissors, 2 Books Assembly Directions: 1. Print 2. Laminate (Optional) Directions for play: Provide each student with their own bookworm, and 2 books. Read and show each of the positional cards to your student. Using their books and bookworm, have them re-create the positional activity featured on the card. . Learning Standards: Understands positional […]
Materials List: – Paper or fabric for making a book bag – Scissors – Glue or needle and thread – Decorative materials (stickers, markers, etc.) Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Develop an understanding of the concepts of lending and borrowing. 2. Learn the importance of taking care of borrowed items. 3. Practice fine motor skills through […]
Materials: Scissors, Glue Assembly Directions: 1.Print a copy for each student Directions for play: Review the sequence for checking out a library book. Student cut and paste the responses in the correct sequence. *This can also be laminated and used with Velcro dots to create a re-usable learning activity. Learning Standards: Sequencing a series of […]