Beginning Readers

Share a Story: Garden Storytime

April 17, 2019 | jonesw

Did you miss our Garden Storytime this week? Don't worry, here's what you missed, plus a few more suggestions so you can create your own storytime at home, complete with songs and stories.

From Storytime

One leaf rides the wind : counting in a Japanese garden by Celeste Davidson Mannis

Share a Story Family Storytime--Michigan

April 13, 2019 | Michelle

In Storytime we always get to discover many new things. This time we learned about the beautiful state we live in--Michigan.  Be sure to enjoy the titles we read plus add some on your own.

Stories and Songs from Storytime

Suggested Realistic Fiction for Kindergarten

March 5, 2019 | strande

Sometimes we just want to read about what's familiar or what's possible. Here are some suggestions for books that feature a high level of realism. You won't find many dragons or wizards or outer space adventures here, but you will find stories about things that really could happen. Books are suggested for Kindergarten, but remember that each Reader is different, and might find something interesting at another level.

Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman
Also available in: audiobook

Although a classmate says that she cannot play Peter Pan in the school play because she is black, Grace discovers that she can do anything she sets her mind to do.

And then it's spring by Julie Fogliano
Also available in: e-video

A young boy and his dog decide they have had enough of winter, so they resolve to plant a garden. Join them as they savor the anticipation of new growth. 

Preschool Storytime

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Preschool storytimes feature longer books, flannel board and rhymes designed for children ages 3 1/2 - 5. These activities help develop pre-reading and school-readiness skills.  Children must be able to sit independently and be attentive for 30 minutes. Parents may temporarily attend, if needed, to help transition their child to this program. All parents must remain in the children's department. Storytimes will be held in the Friends Activity starting Monday, April 8 through Friday, May 17. Please pick a Monday OR a Friday session. Registration begins March 21.

Mondays, 10:00 - 10:30 am; Register for Mondays

Fridays, 1:00 - 1:30 pm; Register for Fridays

Upcoming sessions

Friday, April 26 - 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Monday, April 29 - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Friday, May 3 - 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Monday, May 6 - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Friday, May 10 - 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Monday, May 13 - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM — Friends' Activity Room — Register
Friday, May 17 - 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM — Friends' Activity Room — Register

Share a Story Family Storytime

February 28, 2019 | Michelle

In our last Thursday Family Storytime for this session, we talked about Family. Do you have a large family or a small one? Who is in your family? Enjoy these stories from Storytime and beyond all about Family.

Stories and Songs from Storytime

Take Time Together - Gratitude

February 25, 2019 | Michelle

Canton Public Library wants you to Electrify Your Winter and Spark Your Year! We've created a whole packet of "Spark Sheets" to help you set goals and achieve great things. Our kids and family components are called Take Time Together. We will link to the relevant Spark Sheets as well as suggest activities you can do at home to grow in ways you never thought of.

 

There are so many amazing ways to show gratitude in your life. Hopefully, these suggestions will help get you started whether you have 5 minutes, 30 minutes, or 2 hours to spend with each other. 

 

5 Minutes

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Take Time Together - Fully Charged

February 11, 2019 | jonesw

Canton Public Library wants you to Electrify Your Winter and Spark Your Year! We've created a whole packet of "Spark Sheets" to help you set goals and achieve great things. We will be rolling these out over the winter with curated experiences to encourage connectivity and growth for all ages. Our kids and family components are called Take Time Together. We will link to the relevant Spark Sheets as well as suggest activities you can do at home to grow in ways you never thought of. Catered to fit your busy lives, suggestions vary for families who have 5 minutes, 30 minutes, or 2 hours to spend with each other. The choice is yours!

Got a case of the winter blues? Recharge with our Fully Charged Spark Sheet! Explore the many library services available to you beyond books and movies. With your CPL card, you have access to:

  • Hoopla (streaming music, comics, ebooks, movies, TV shows)
  • Kanopy (streaming movies)
  • RBdigital (digital magazines)
  • Mango Languages (language learning)

5 minutes:

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Suggested Realistic Fiction for First Grade

February 5, 2019 | strande

 

Sometimes we just want to read about what's familiar or what's possible. Here are some suggestions for books that feature a high level of realism. You won't find many dragons or wizards or outer space adventures here, but you will find stories about things that really could happen. Books are suggested for First Grade, but since every Reader is different, you might find something interesting at another level. For more suggestions, you can always ask a librarian.

And two boys booed by Judith Viorst

On the day of the talent show, a boy is ready to sing his song, and he isn't one bit scared because he has practiced a billion times, plus he's wearing his lucky blue boots and his pants with all ten pockets. But as all of the other kids perform before him, he gets more and more nervous. 

Barkus by Patricia MacLachlan
Also available in: e-book

Barkus is a large and very smart dog who comes to live with seven-year-old Nicky when Nicky's Uncle Everton goes traveling--and soon he is a family and school favorite.

For more Barkus, check out Dog Dreams.

2019 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award

January 28, 2019 | strande

 

The American Library Association announced its 2019 Youth Book & Media Awards, including the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. Many recognize Dr. Seuss as an author who created engaging stories for beginning readers, and this award celebrates books that continue and improve on that tradition today. If you need a fun suggestion for a beginning reader, this list has some great ideas. For more information about this award and its recipients, check the ALA website.

Help us recognize these honorees and winners by checking one out today.

2019 Geisel Award Winner

Fox the tiger by Corey R. Tabor

Share a Story Favorites Theme

January 27, 2019 | Michelle

This past week we had a lovely time in Family Storytime discussing our favorite books! What is your favorite book? Here are the ones we read and some of my personal favorites to kick your reading into high gear.

Stories and Songs from Storytime

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