Storytime: Harvest

Did you miss storytime? Perhaps it is just one of those days when you need a little boost with your little ones. Fret not. We have gathered some storytime resources for you at home. Follow our steps below or mix-and-match for the ultimate storytime experience. 

Today’s Theme: Harvest

For many children, especially those living in suburban areas, the concept of harvest might be a bit abstract. Our grocery stores are constantly stocked with fresh produce, making it easy to forget the journey those fruits and vegetables take before reaching our plates. This harvest-themed storytime can be used as a springboard for learning, exploration, and of course, fun!

1. Energize with a Song

Sing "If You’d Like to Read a Book" (sing to the tune of "If You’re Happy and You Know It"). 

If you’d like to read a book, raise your hand
If you’d like to read a book, raise your hand
If you’d like to read a book, listen up and take a look
If you’d like to read a book, raise your hand!

Tip: when singing “listen up,” point to your ears; when singing “take a look,” point to your eyes.

2. Read a Book about Harvests

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3. Activity: Harvest Collage

Create a "Thankful for the Harvest" collage. 

Gather the following materials:

• Construction paper (fall colors like red, yellow, or orange are a nice touch!)
• Old magazines or catalogs with pictures of fruits and vegetables
• Scissors
• Glue sticks
• Markers, crayons, or colored pencils

Making the collage:

• Have your child flip through magazines or catalogs and help them find pictures of fruits and vegetables. Encourage them to find a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.
• On the construction paper, help your child arrange their chosen pictures. They can create a simple design or get creative with a more elaborate collage.
• If your child is old enough, encourage them to write the names of the fruits and vegetables on the collage. This helps reinforce their memory and reading skills.
• Talk about all the delicious and nutritious things we get from harvest. Have your child write or draw something on the collage that represents what they are thankful for (sunshine, rain, healthy food, etc.).
• Bonus: take it a step further and turn your collage into a thank-you card to give to a farmer (if you know one).

4. Sing a Goodbye Song

See you next time! Wrap up your storytime and sing along with our librarians to "Skinnamarink."