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Pick of the Week: Tiny Little Fly 


New Children's Music Albums 


Today at Storytime

What a fun storytime today! Our group was lively and a delight to read to. These are the books we shared:
Duck is used to wearing diapers. But one day Mommy announces that it's time to use a potty chair. Uh oh! How is Duck going to learn how to use the potty? Will Duck be ready to be a Big Duck now?
Pig is busy doing just what pigs enjoy - wallowing in the mud. But now that Pig's dirty, it's bath time! Pig tries to hide, but can't escape. Into the bath Pig goes, washing between his toes and getting squeaky clean. But where does little Pig head to right after the bath? Well, back to the mud, of course!
It's Dinosaur vs. the potty - who will win? Dinosaur battles making lemonade, splashing in puddles, drinking THREE juice boxes at lunch, and all sorts of water-related activities. Each time, Dinosaur wins and declares he does not need to use the potty. But will the potty eventually call his name? Will he make it in time? Will Dinosaur win or will the potty?
It's bathtub time for baby in this delightful board book from Leslie Patricelli. True to the toddler experience, this little one dashes diaper-free exclaiming "whee!" and turns bath time into fun-time by creating funny disguises with bubbles, pretends to swim, and splashes water everywhere!
Help tuck in the baby animals by turning the flaps (serving as blankets) with this charming bedtime story. This one is sure to be a hit at bedtime! Labels: bathtimes books, dinosaurs, Kristin's picks, toilet training


Brrr! Get cozy with a good book... 

Gratitude & Thankfulness

This month many families are giving thanks. What are you and your children thankful for this year? How do you give thanks in your family? How do you teach gratitude? What kind of traditions do you share? Zero To Three offers families tips on raising a thankful child here. The Thanksgiving Bowl by Virginia Kroll

Each member of a family writes an anonymous "I'm thankful for" note and places it in the Thanksgiving bowl, but after the family guesses who wrote each note, the bowl is accidentally left outside, where it rolls off on a year-long series of adventures. Thank You for Me! by Marion Dane Bauer

Rhythmic text enumerates what various body parts can do, including hands to clap and a body to twirl, then expresses thanks for each of those parts--and for the whole. The Secret of Saying Thanks by Douglas Wood

While learning the secret to a good life, a child says thank you for the natural world and for being loved, because a grateful heart is always happy. 


Projects for Dad

Are you a handy father or know one looking for new projects? Two new books at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library might bring on some inspiration:
The ultimate DIY project guide for techie dads raising kids in their own geeky image, in the spirit of The Dangerous Book for Boys. Today's generation of dads grew up more tech-savvy than ever. Rather than joining the Little League team, many grew up playing computer games, Dungeons and Dragons, and watching Star Wars. Now with kids of their own, these digital-age dads are looking for fresh ways to share their love of science and technology, and help their kids develop a passion for learning and discovery. Enter supergeek, and father of two, Ken Denmead. An engineer and editor of the incredibly popular GeekDad blog on wired.com, Ken has created the ultimate, idea-packed guide guaranteed to help dads and kids alike enjoy the magic of playtime together and tap into the infinite possibility of their imagination. With illustrations throughout, this book offers projects for all ages to suit any timeframe or budget. With Denmead's expert guidance, you and your child can: Fly a night-time kite ablaze with lights or launch a video camera with balloons; Construct the "Best Slip n' Slide Ever," a guaranteed thrill ride; Build a working lamp with LEGO bricks and CDs; Create a customized comic strip or your own board game; Transform any room into a spaceship; Make geeky crafts like cyborg jack-o'-lanterns or Ethernet cuff links. Brimming with endlessly fun and futuristic tidbits on everything from gaming to gadgets, Geek Dad helps every tech-savvy father unleash his inner kid - and bond with the next generation of brainiacs. (Summary courtesy of Syndetics, Inc.)
Skate ramps, zip lines, go-carts, and more! In this super-fun book, Todd Davis extreme sports athlete and host of HGTV's Over Your Head presents 25 awesome projects for dads to build with their kids. Busy dads can choose projects that range from simple to challenging and take anywhere from five minutes to a full weekend. Readers are given all the directions they need to grab materials that can be found around the house or at the local hardware store and get to work banging up a sweet BMX ramp or half-pipe, building a tree house or tire swing, or throwing together a slip-and-slide or tie-dye station for an afternoon of fun. With plenty of color photographs, easy-to-follow instructions, and detailed illustrations, Handy Dad is chock-full of creative and inexpensive ways to keep kids (and dads) entertained for hours. (Summary courtesy of Syndetics, Inc.) Labels: activities, dads, older kids


This Week at Storytime: Cookies!

Preschool storytime was filled with cookie-theme stories today. Here is what we shared:
This playful, rhyming picture book introduces us to a cow that loves cookies. The farmer feeds the horse hay, the chickens get chicken feed, the geese love cracked corn, the pig gets slop, the dog loves doggy treats, BUT...the cow loves cookies. Read this story and you'll find out what makes cookies so special for this cow.
Monica Wellington has a great talent for presenting realistic, informational picture books that are a big hit with toddlers and preschoolers. Follow Mr. Cookie Baker as he mixes, bakes, and then sells cookies. Includes a delicious recipe too! YUM!
The cookie jar was once full of delicious chocolate chip cookies, but now it's empty! Who took the cookies? Was it squirrel? Raven? Raccoon? Snake? Turtle? Frog? Or perhaps it was the army of ants that carried the cookies away! Not to worry, though, there's still plenty for all! This is a great read-aloud. Based on the popular children's activity song.
We also shared a big book version of The Gingerbread Boy and a flannel board story of The Chocolate Chip Cookie Ghost Story.
 Labels: food, Kristin's picks, storytime


Storytime Craft this week!

After storytime this week, Peik-Kuan Lim will be leading us in an autumn-inspired craft. Children will be invited to make a leaf collage in the Storytime Room, following regular storytime. Thanks Peik-Kuan! Labels: craft, storytime

From Baby to Big Kid: How Your Child Grows e-newsletter

ZERO TO THREE has a new e-newsletter for parents of young children. See details from their website below:
"Register to receive ZERO TO THREE's newest resource for parents—From Baby to Big Kid. This parent e-newsletter offers science-based information on how children learn and grow each month from birth to age 3. The monthly e-newsletters include:
Register here: http://www.zerotothree.org/child-development/from-baby-to-big-kid/ Labels: newsletters, parenting, Zero to Three


Relatives as Parents Resources

A year ago, we celebrated grandparents in our Fall 2009 Early Literacy Newsletter and acknowledge that more and more grandparents are finding themselves in the unique position of raising their grandchildren, for a variety of reasons.
Fact sheets from the University of Georgia’s Cooperative Extension Program featuring resources for grandparents are listed below. These are available in English and Spanish and can be reprinted as long as credit is given to the Cooperative Extension Program. (Information provided by Denise Rennekamp, from Brookdale Foundation Relatives as Parents Program).
Moving Your Grandchild Into Your Home
More Information · Español · 4 pages · 2009
Moving your grandchild into your home can bring up many emotions for everyone in the family. This article touches on the many ways to make this transition as smooth and positive as possible. Give the children individual attention, and listen to their feelings. Encouraging the children to feel at home by putting up pictures and helping organize their rooms may also make the move easier for your grandchildren.
Helping Grandchildren Stay in Contact with Parents
Visits with your grandchild's parents can be stressful on everyone, but there are ways to make these visits more comfortable. Being flexible with schedules and handling problems away from the child are important in making parent visits successful. Helping children cope with their own stress is also important for their well-being.
Caring for Yourself
More Information · Español · 5 pages · 2009
Especially when raising your grandchildren is challenging, taking the time to take good care of yourself helps you be better-equipped to care for others. This article provides some ways to take care of yourself, including taking time for yourself, making a to-do list, delegating tasks, making a plan, relaxing, and learning how to do two things at once. Joining or starting a grandparent support group can also you share the challenges of raising your grandchildren.
Helping Your Grandchild Deal with the Death of a Parent
More Information · Español · 6 pages · 2009
Dealing with the death of a parent can be hard for grandparents as well as grandchildren. This article explains the basic grieving process, and what it looks like for children of different ages. The article also includes practical ideas to help the child memorialize the parent (e.g., putting pictures of the parent in the child's room, helping them explain their emotions, taking flowers to the cemetery).
What You Need to Know about Abuse and Neglect
No grandparent likes to think about a grandchild being mistreated, but grandparents raising grandchildren need to know about abuse. This article outlines the four basic types of abuse (sexual, physical, emotional, and neglect) and the warning signs of each type. The article also includes information about how to help a child who is, or has been, abused.
Accessing Resources in Your Community
Many grandparents need financial resources in order to care for their grandchildren. This article outlines some of the qualifications for various financial services (such as TANF, Medicaid, PeachCare and food stamps), as well as the time limits for receiving certain benefits. The article also highlights other supports for grandparents raising grandchildren, including grandparent support groups and community-based activities for children.
Legal Issues in Caring for Your Grandchildren
Raising grandchildren can bring up some challenging legal questions and concerns. Grandparents raising grandchildren need to be familiar with consent laws, the types of legal custody (legal guardianship, custody order, adoption, etc.), and the importance of having the right kind of lawyer to handle your particular situation.
Caring for Infants and Toddlers
Caring for infants and toddlers can be challenging. The article focuses on early brain development and other basics of early development, such as how they form attachments, the importance of repeating concepts, ways to incorporate making choices into children's lives, and the ways that reading and singing help their development. The article also provides tips for making sure your home is safe for young children.
The Teenage Years
Although there is a generation gap between teens and grandparents, there is no reason for you and your grandchild to drift apart as she gets older. Teens look to you as a role model for the ways they should behave. It's important to take time to discuss tough topics like sex, drugs, smoking, and drinking. This article lists tips to keep communication lines open at all times, and stresses the importance of grandparents being askable.
Helping Your Preschooler Be Ready for School
Grandparents can help children get ready to start school by helping them practice skills such as following directions, sitting quietly for short periods of time, and dressing themselves. Activities such as reading aloud and cooking together can help build pre-reading and pre-math skills that will form a bridge between home and school.
Helping Your Grandchildren Succeed in School
Helping your grandchildren develop skills such as self-confidence, good study habits, and the ability to make friends can make a big difference in their learning. This article gives tips on how to help children complete their homework successfully, organize long-term projects, build confidence in their talents and abilities, and learn how to handle mistakes calmly.
Fun Learning Activities for You and Your Grandchildren
Time spent together is some of the most valuable time you and your grandchild can share. This article helps grandparents choose fun activities for children of different ages, and stresses the importance of learning and fun when spending time together. You can do many fun activities at home with inexpensive household objects can be easy and cheap. Included in this article is a list of fun activity ideas for different ages, as well as basic recipes for several types of play dough and finger paint.
Child Care Concerns
Putting your grandchild in child care raises many questions, such as the types of care available and the questions to ask of potential caregivers. Learn why quality child care is important, how to choose a high-quality child care program, and how to make the transition to child care manageable for everyone.
Disciplining Your Grandchild
Disciplining grandchildren requires special thought and attention. Grandchildren need to know the rules as well as the consequences for not following them. The article gives guidelines for setting rules, as well as how to respond when children misbehave, how to identify age-appropriate rules/behavior, and how to teach and encourage appropriate behavior. Labels: Brookdale Foundation, family resources, grandparents, relatives raising children, University of Georgia's Cooperative Extension Program


Storytime for Dads & Children

Man With the Yellow Hat Storytime Join us on Saturday, November 6th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. for a special, fun early literacy storytime for children 0-3 years-old and their dads (or father figures). Located in the Storytime Room at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. For more information, call 541-766-6794 or email Peik-Kuan Lim, email@example.com.

Image Copyright 2003 American Library Association. Curious George and related characters, created by Margret and H.A. Rey, are copyrighted and trademarked by Houghton Mifflin Company and used under license. Licensed by Universal Studios Licensing, Inc. All rights reserved. Produced in cooperation with the Public Library Association and the Association for Library Services to Children.
 Labels: dads, early literacy, storytime


Today at Storytime: Infants

The books we shared:
Cuddle up with this new book by Barney Saltzberg that celebrates kisses using touch-and-feel, pull tabs, lift-the-flaps, and sound.
A delightful, and diverse group of babies and adoring parents are featured in this photographic celebration of a baby's day.
This traditional rhyme is perfect for sharing with babies and toddlers. Sing along and wiggle those piggies!
Engaging questions entertain children with comparing similarities between different animals in this lift-the-flap book for toddlers.
Karen Katz's adorable baby is back wearing a sparkly black cat costume in this lift-the-flap Halloween-themed board book for babies and toddlers.
A few of the rhymes we shared:
Here's a Ball
Here's a ball and here's a ball
And a great big ball I see!
Shall we count them? Are you ready?
One, two, three! (swing baby)
Pony Boy
Pony boy, pony boy
Won't you be my pony boy.
Don't say no, here we go
Right across the plain-oh
Carry me, carry me,
Ride away with you, oh!
Giddy up, Giddy up, Giddy up, whoa!
My pony boy!
Down by the banks
of the hanky panky
Where the bullfrogs jump
from bank to banky
Goin' EEP, OPP, belly flop!
One missed the lily pad
and went KERPLOP!
A Bee is on My Toe
A bee is on my toe,
Heigh-ho, just watch me blow,
A bee is on my toe.
....on my nose...on my tummy, etc. Labels: rhymes, storytime


Pick of the Week: I'm Big!

Kate and Jim McMullan (I Stink!, I'm Mighty!, and I'm Dirty!) are back with I'm Big! for young dinosaur fans. In this book, a great big Sauropod searches for his herd who left him while he slept. Along the way, he meets both friend and enemy in this bold and dino-rific read.
Dinosaur Rhyme
I'm a mean old dinosaur
Big and tall
Here is my tail, here is my claw.
When I get all hungry,
I just growl
Look out kids, I'm on the prowl! Labels: dinosaurs, Kristin's picks, rhymes


New Parenting Books

The first three years of life are the most important for nurturing a child's full potential: that's when they start forming attachments, developing a sense of self, and learning to trust. During this time, there are critical windows of opportunity that parents can take advantage of-if they know how. In a dozen succinct yet information-packed chapters, award-winning columnist and professional therapist Dr. Jenn Berman gives parents the knowledge they need. Her enlightening sidebars, bulleted lists, and concrete, easy-to-use strategies will help parents raise happy, healthy babies…who grow to be flourishing toddlers and successful adults. (Summary from Syndetics, Inc.)
Whether it is bottle- or breast-feeding, cribs or co-sleeping, getting back to the office or staying home with the kids, best friends Sara Ellington and Stephanie Triplett, the team behind the popular book and radio show The Mommy Chronicles, rarely choose the same option. Lucky for us, in The Must-Have Mom Manual, they discuss the pros and cons of every aspect of child raising, from pacifiers to potty training, bedtimes to birthday parties, day care to Disney World. Their philosophy is simple: There is no one right way to be a mom. Sara and Stephanie just want to make every mother’s life easier. So, with a healthy dose of humor, they share their parenting triumphs and disasters, marital challenges, public meltdowns, and all the knowledge they’ve gained as authors and radio show hosts, with hundreds of tips for moms everywhere. • 10 things not to feel guilty about–because every mother feels bad about something • Answers for new moms about leaving the house with baby for the first time, postpartum depression, accepting help, car seats, and dining out with baby • Sticky parenting decisions–including the consensus on little white lies, family nudity, “correcting” homework, and leaving your child in the car (just for a second) • Managing your household and how to conquer the clutter with special strategies for organizing every room in your home • Products for moms, the best mom-gear, cleaning products–including technology, gadgets, stores, and places to take the kids • Marriage 911, sleep or sex?, how to keep the home fires burning–plus four people who can sabotage your sex life Covering “all things Mommy,” Sara and Stephanie are real mothers delivering real insights, with real laughs, as they tackle and celebrate the challenges and drama of motherhood in the best, easiest, most mom-friendly guide to life with kids today. (Summary from Syndetics, Inc.)
If you ever wished your newborn came with an owner's manual, The Better Way to Care for Your Baby is it. Nationally recognized pregnancy and baby care expert Robin Elise Weiss, L.C.C.E,  provides sage advice for your biggest concerns regarding your baby's growth and development, as well as solutions to everyday issues such as feeding, sleeping, and playtime. Broken down in a helpful month-by-month format each chapter includes: Multiple quick-references-handy checklists of what to know and do and baby data about how your newborn is growing What to Watch For sections-that address any potential complications or concerns including what you can handle yourself and when you should call your doctor Baby Skills-key milestones and cues you should watch for in your baby including reflexes, eye contact, and verbal and physical responses Mama Moments-to help you take care of yourself as you take care of your new baby An indispensable month-by-month guide to your baby's growth, behavior, and development,The Better Way to Care for Your Baby gives you the latest information on hot, and widely debated, topics such as infant feeding, allergies, immunizations, developmental play, and more. (Summary from Syndetics, Inc.)
Whether you've got a new baby, toddler, or grade-schooler, turning your child over to someone else is a big transition. How will you find a care giver you trust? How much will in-home care cost? Will you feel forced to pay under the table? And what's the difference between a nanny and an au pair, anyway? Labels: new books, parenting books

Community Parenting Event: A Secret of Childhood: Creating Pathways to Self-Regulation

A Secret of Childhood: Creating Pathways to Self-Regulation
A Lecture by Kathleen Lloyd, Ph.D.

Thursday, October 21
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Unitarian-Universalist Fellowship Church Social Hall
2945 NW Circle Blvd, Corvallis
(Sponsored by the Philomath Montessori School)

Self-regulation involves the ability to sustain attention, control reactions to stress, and recognize and interpret social cues. Citing contemporary research, Dr. Kathleen Lloyd will address its tremendous impact on children’s social and cognitive development.

Kathleen Lloyd earned a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Science from OSU where she also taught for several years. She is currently on the Early Childhood Education Faculty at Lane Community College. She has spent over 14 years working with 3-6 year olds in a variety of settings including Marin Montessori School in California, the Pacific Crest School in Seattle, Washington and the Garfield Head Start Program in Corvallis, Oregon. An enduring interest in peace education has led her on various adventures including a year studying Gandhi's work in India.

Sliding Scale: $0 - $10
For more information call: (541) 929-2672

Please note that the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library does not necessarily endorse any of the community events shared on this blog. 


Corvallis Parks & Recreation Children's Halloween Party 10/29

Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual
Children's Halloween Party
Friday, October 29th, from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Corvallis-Benton County Public Library Parking Garage
645 NW Monroe Ave., Corvallis, OR 97330.

Corvallis Parks & Recreation
1310 SW Avery Park Drive
Corvallis, OR 97333
Phone: 541-766-6918
Business Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM
The Downtown Corvallis Association is also hosting their annual Trick or Treat Downtown from 2-6 p.m. on Friday, October 29th, at participating businesses. For more information, visit the Downtown Corvallis Association site. Labels: community events, halloween

Picks of the Week

Pete the Cat has some awesome new white shoes. Join him as he strolls down the street singing about his new shoes as they change from white to a variety of other colors and finally, no longer white and needing a cleaning, they become wet shoes.
Here is the classic nursery tale of three little kittens who lost their mittens - and yes, turn out to be good little kittens! 



We shared some silly animal stories and had a great time at preschool storytime this morning. It was a great, small group today!
Pictures of animals wearing clothes show why this would be a ridiculous custom for them to adopt.

From bugs and frogs to alligators and whales, frightened animals always move out of the way of a larger opponent.
While Tom Farmer is asleep under the haystack, the cows, ducks, pigs, hens, and sheep make quite a mess in the farmhouse.
Presents the rhyming adventures of Piggie Pie Po in three short stories.
Elephants of many colorful shades are described in couplets that invite the reader to complete the rhyme using color-themed clues. Labels: storytime favorites
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