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I love finger puppets! And I especially love sewing finger puppets with children! This craft tutorial from Storytime in the Schoolhouse shows you how to sew a simple fish finger puppet from a piece of felt.

Twice a month, our Storytime members have a “Craft Visit with Ms. Rae” and learn a new natur...

Navigating separation and divorce is challenging for the whole family. Talking to our young children about these big changes can be especially hard. Storytelling is a gentle and compassionate way to introduce challenging topics and upcoming changes.

This video clip is from an episode of Storytime i...

What if you and your child could start your day with something calm and connecting instead of chaos and commotion? How we start our day matters, and Storytime in the Schoolhouse has your back!
It’s truly amazing how much one consistent moment of connection can positively impact the rest of your day ...

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Giant bubbles cause giant smiles!
It’s easier than you think to create bubble wands and a batch of bubble juice to share with friends at events, gatherings, or even just for a fun day in the backyard!

Follow the directions in our blog, and y...

Pedagogical or teaching tales are wonderful ways to support young children during transition or change, including adding a new sibling to the family! Children can better approach challenging topics through stories that are indirectly about them and their experiences. Stories are the perfect way to s...

Looking for a story to tell for May Day this year? Listen to this episode of Purple Day from Storytime in the Schoolhouse and learn a May Day-themed story of friendship and kindness. Warning: your children might be inspired to create May Day baskets to share with neighbors!

I wrote this story, Gra...

Looking for a sweet, nature-based story for preschool or kindergarten? This Purple Day audio from Storytime in the Schoolhouse includes a spring circle time and a gentle story to enjoy with young children. Today, we hear the story of the Mushroom in the Rain. Animals gather under a mushroom as it ra...

Listen to this Purple Day audio and enjoy a story about a little wild wind who learns the importance of balancing calm and quiet with loud and wild.

Stories are helpful ways to approach challenging subjects with our children, including their behavior. This pedagogical tale is about a little wild ...