LET'S HEAR IT!
Whether you're reading with a youngster one on one or reading to an entire group, bring the story to life and make it a memorable experience by adding a few story activities to enhance the experience! Here are a few basic ideas you may want to try... Make up 8-10 questions about the story and write each one on a piece of paper. Draw a question and then discuss! Enhance the story environment! Relate a scene from the story you are reading by creating a "real life" experience. For example, if the story is about cookies, you could share a "cookie snack". If the story is about camping, maybe you could read the story together in a makeshift "tent". How about sharing some "Green Eggs and Ham"? If you're reading one of my Elf books, maybe you'd like to try sharing a cup of cocoa after the story. I'm sure you can easily imagine all the endless possibilities. Make a set of "Listening Ears" that you can wear