A Visit From the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
So your child had a visit from the local CLP Children’s Specialist. What does that mean?
Behind the Scenes: Storytime
The end of the month marks my seventh year here at CLP – Squirrel Hill. It’s been an amazing time full of growth and exploration. I feel pretty lucky to have a job where singing the “Itsy Bitsy Spider” and reading picture books to kids, is the norm.
Explore Sensory Discoveries
At the beginning of October, my colleague Michael and I began presenting Sensory Discoveries storytime at CLP – Squirrel Hill. Sensory Discoveries is a program designed for children with autism and other sensory processing disorders, as well as peers of all abilities. It is a warm and welcoming space where children and their caregivers can gather to share stories, songs and hands-on activities.
Sing Stories to Promote Phonological Awareness
In the world of early literacy skills, simply singing books can gain the attention of young toddlers and other children while promoting phonological awareness.
Preparing Yourself for Storytime Activities
Storytime and activities go hand in hand, but finding a suitable activity is often a challenge. Here are a few simple tips on pairing an activity with your storytime.
One Book, Every Young Child
During April, libraries, schools, Head Start programs, museums, and other organizations throughout Pennsylvania are celebrating and participating in the One Book, Every Young Child program.