Storytimes for Two-Year-Olds (Paperback)

by Judy Nichols (Author), Lori Sears (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist
As she did in the first edition of Storytimes for Two-Year-Olds (1987), Nichols applies an overriding thematic structure to library programming for very young children ranging in age from 18 months to 36 months. The book's contents have increased from 33 to 50 programs; each section, built around a high-interest topic, includes a list of 16 titles, both old favorites and newer books that are mostly in print. The program notes that appear in each chapter give guidance on how to use the titles with toddlers.The chapter on planning considerations raises some common complaints about parents to which Nichols applies some rigid rules: no latecomers or siblings admitted; "one lap, one child," even with twins. Librarians looking for a more flexible style that truly advocates parents as partners and takes a developmental approach to programming should check out Nancy DeSalvo's Beginning with Books (1993) or Jane Marino and Dorothy Houlihan's Mother Goose Time (1992). Despite these philosophical misgivings, librarians can pick and choose from a wealth of ideas on rhythms, rhymes, and finger plays; crafts; and parents' follow-up suggestions. Availability of Spanish editions is noted. Storytelling devices, such as the professional bibliography and discography, four indexes, and black-and-white illustrations, increase the value of this accessible professional resource. Julie Corsaro --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
A collection of 50 programmes designed to encourage toddlers into actively participating in structured group fun at libraries, which are based around instructional and social themes. The programmes also incorporate sign language and disability and multicultural awareness. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Baby-Preschool
  
• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Amer Library Assn (July 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0838904513
• ISBN-13: 978-0838904510
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,308,631 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kick Start Your Storytimes, May 25, 2005

By	Virginia Allain "(retired librarian)" (Poinciana, FL) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

This review is from: Storytimes for Two-Year-Olds (Paperback)

The 50 thematic programs in this manual are designed to charm two-year-olds. Each program lists appropriate books to use or for parents to check out; instructions for such activities as crafts, rhymes, and fingerplays; and follow-up ideas for parents. (summary by South TX Library System)
I remember my first storytime for two-year olds and learning to work with this age group through trial and error. It doesn't have to be that hard. This book steers you to stories that really fit with this age group and advises you on guidelines to make it fun for everyone.