Niblet and Ralph by Zachariah Ohora
In this story, the cats Niblet and Ralph go on an adventure. Think of an adventure your pet or your favorite toy could go on. Would they go to the park? Maybe explore outer space? Try writing and illustrating your own story! You can even tell it to your friends. This story continues our Summer Storytime Series in partnership with the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) to strengthen early literacy in Tennessee. This week's story continues our summer reading program in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF).
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Ten Rules of the Birthday Wish by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld
This week's book has delicious cakes, cannoli, and other sweet treats. Food plays an important part in celebrations, especially birthdays, and brings people together! This week we are going to create a cookbook. Ask your family and friends to send you their favorite recipe. Once you have the recipes you can write or glue them into your cookbook. Pick a recipe and make it with your family! This week's story continues our summer reading program in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF).
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Otters Under Water by Jim Arnosky
After reading with Ms. Morgan, we encourage you, with your parents, to take a walk around your yard or neighborhood. As you walk, look for things like leaves, flowers, sticks, and rocks. Gather them up (make sure to ask before you pick another’s flowers) and bring them home. Now use these materials create a picture! This week's story continues our summer reading program in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF).
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Señorita Mariposa by Ben Gundersheimer
In this book the main character is a Monarch Butterfly. The author uses song lyrics to move the story along. Did you know you can find music all over the state of Tennessee? The Blues and Rock and Roll are in West Tennessee, Country Music and The Fisk Jubilee Singers are here in Middle Tennessee, and East Tennessee is the birthplace of Bluegrass. Let the music of Tennessee inspire you to create your very own song book. Use materials from around your house and write your own songs. This week's story continues our summer reading program in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF).
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If I Built a School by Chris Van Dusen
Join us for a reading of If I Built a School by Chris Van Dusen. Did you know that Tennessee can claim some of the coolest food inventions, like cotton candy, Goo Goo Clusters, and Moon Pies? Miss Morgan will tell you all about it, and hopefully inspire to create your own unique snack. Write down the ingredients, write the recipe, then draw it. If you need, have an adult help. This week's story continues our summer reading program in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF).
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This Book Is Magic by Ashley Evanson
Get your magic finger ready! This week is all about using your imagination. We encourage you to create a costume of your favorite book character. You could make a magic wand, or maybe a superhero mask. After you are done with your costume, put it on and read your favorite story to your family.
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Hello School by Priscilla Burris
Our third story in partnership with the the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) is "Hello School" by Priscilla Burris. In the book, Melinda takes the reader through her day at school. What did you do today? You can write about it and turn it into a story. Try practicing and reading to your friends and family.
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Don’t Eat That by Drew Sheneman
Today we'll be reading Don’t Eat That by Drew Sheneman, provided by the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) as part of our summer partnership to strengthen early literacy in Tennessee. In this story, Gertie and Bear use teamwork to hunt for the perfect snack. Think about when someone did something nice for you. Write that person a thank you note. A short note can make anyone’s day!
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We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins
We're partnering with the Governor's Early Literacy Foundation (GELF) to strengthen early literacy in Tennessee. Throughout the summer, we will be reading books provided by GELF during our Storytime videos. First up is a GELF recommended title with today’s We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins. It’s hard for dinosaur Penelope Rex to make friends at school when her human classmates are so delicious! But maybe she isn’t at the top of the food chain after all? Get creative and keep track of all the books you read this summer with a reading journal. Have fun with it by using stickers, colorful pens, crayons or other materials.
The Quilt Story, written by Tony Johnston and illustrated by Tomie DePaola
Long ago, during the American frontier time period, a girl named Abigail stored her treasured patchwork quilt in her attic. Generations later, the quilt is mended to bring warmth to another little girl. Miss Morgan wakes up from a comforting nap with her quilt to share with you The Quilt Story. Look around your house. Are there things that have been passed down in your own family?
The First Strawberries, retold by Joseph Bruchac and illustrated by Anna Vojtech
The month of May is National Strawberry Month, and we have just the story to share! "The First Strawberries" retells the Cherokee legend that explains how the fruit was first created by the sun to mend a quarrel. At the end of the video, learn how to say "hello" in Cherokee.
The Voice that Won the Vote: How One Woman's Words Made History, written by Elisa Boxer and illustrated by Vivien Mildenberger
In August of 2020, it'll be 100 years since women got the right to vote! It may be scary, but just one person can stand up, say what's on their mind, and make a difference. Look around your house for supplies to make a "Votes for Women" banner and have your own parade!
When I Was Young in the Mountains by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Diane Goode
The Appalachian Mountains are full of memories for the author, where she grew up with her grandparents eating okra and cornbread, splashing in the swimming hole, and sharing family times. Explore you five senses and use them to describe your own day!
Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors illustrated by Brooke Boynton Hughes
This heartwarming tale illustrated by Brooke Boynton Hughes is based on country music legend Dolly Parton's rural upbringing in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The winter coat of many colors she wears may be made from rags, but there is love in every stitch.
Lorraine: The Girl Who Sang the Storm Away by Ketch Secor
Lorraine and her Pa Paw love to play music and sing songs. When a big Tennessee-mountain storm rolls in and their instruments are nowhere to be found, can Lorraine find the music inside herself to get through the fearsome thunder and rain? Look through your house and see what you can find to make your own musical instrument!
Good Night Museums by Adam Gamble and Mark Jasper
The book Good Night Museums takes you on a journey by introducing you to all kinds of museums, from aerospace to wax museums.
Count on Us: A Tennessee Number Book by Michael Shoulders and Illustrated by Bruce Langton
Join Ms. Morgan for a reading of Count on Us: A Tennessee Number Book while we learn about numbers and state symbols. How about drawing your favorite state symbol, place, or Tennessean? We would love to see what you create!