Something Musical Happened at the Library: Adding Song and Dance to Children's Story Programs

by Rob Reid

Overview

Children's music has been strangely silent in library storytimes—until now. Rob Reid, renowned children's programming expert, offers a companion to accompany Children's Jukebox, Second Edition. Here's a comprehensive guide to make music an integral and engaging part of children's story hour!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780838909423
Publisher:	American Library Association
Publication date:	07/02/2007
Pages:	172
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.37(d)

About the Author

Rob Reid is the very popular author of numerous books on children’s programming for ALA Editions. He has also written resource books for Upstart Books, as well as two picture books. In addition, he writes regular columns on programming and children’s literature for LibrarySparks and Book Links magazines. He teaches courses on children’s and adolescent literature and a variety of library topics at the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. He conducts workshops throughout North America on ways to make literature come alive for children.

Editorial Reviews

Music is a fun and imaginative way to liven up any storytime and this guide offers new ideas for incorporating it into children's programming. The nine lesson plans that kick off the book are fully planned sessions that are perfect for librarians needing to put together a last-minute program. A chapter featuring book/song pairings offers new ways to experience favorite picture books while the chapter entitled "More Musical Ideas" shows how to add movement to and encourage participation in a variety of children's songs. This slim volume is nicely organized, making it easy for busy librarians to find suggested materials that will fit their storytime. A great resource for anyone who wants to spice up toddler, preschool, or kindergarten programs. -Danielle M. Margarida, Sharon Public Library, MA

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