Linda L. Ernst has been a children's librarian for more than 30 years. Actively serving very young children and their caregivers has been an important part of her job and one of the most enjoyable ones. Just as parents are encouraged to keep it simple and start early to expose their children to the world of language and literature, Ernst offers assistance in applying this knowledge to the areas of library service and programming for very young children. She has given training workshops for the King County Library, Seattle Public Library, Everett Public Library, and the Sno-Isle Library System in Washington. She has also given workshops in Kentucky, Michigan, San Francisco, and Scottsdale, Arizona. Conference programs include the Pennsylvania Library Association and the Washington Library Association. She has guided and encouraged adults to discover, develop, and to share the early literacy experience with very young children. The Children's and Young Adult Services Interest Group of the Washington Library Association awarded Ernst the 2004 CAYAS Award for Visionary Library Service to Youth. Ernst has served as chair of the Early Childhood Programs and Services Committee for the Association for Library Service to Children and was a member of the 2007 Caldecott Award committee.
$67.00
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$ 60.30
Item Number:
978-1-55570-540-4
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Publisher:
ALA Neal-Schuman
Pages:
235
Width:
8 1⁄2"
Height:
11"
Format:
Softcover
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- Table of Contents
- About the Author
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The renowned authority on library services for the very youngest patrons has done it again! Linda Ernst has created programming based on the most important findings in babies' brain development. This new resource is full of activities that stimulate infants' and toddlers' cognitive, physical, and emotional growth.
In this versatile book and CD-ROM package, you'll find book ideas, rhymes, songs and music, props, and more that can be combined to form hundreds of hours of quality programming that will wow parents, educators, and caregivers. The CD-ROM contains lyrics, patterns, forms, and posters that can be adapted and easily reproduced. In addition, the book contains suggestions for scheduling, room arrangement, and parent education. Now your programming for babies and infants can strengthen their language acquisition and motor-skill development... and connect your library with families right from the start!
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
PART I BABY RHYMING TIME BASICS
1. Understanding How Baby Learns
How the Brain Works
Influences on Brain Development
Developmental Milestones
How Learning Takes Place
Print Resources for Further Information
Electronic Resources for Further Information
2. Meeting the Cast
The Family—Adult and Very Young Child
Child Care Providers and Early Childhood Educators
The Librarian/Presenter
Support Staff
Print Resources for Further Information
Electronic Resources for Further Information
3. Setting the Stage
Facilities
Collections
Staffing
Programming
Outreach
Funding
Resources for Toys, Furniture, and Other Supplies
Resources for Planning In-House Services
Resources for Funding and Partnerships
Electronic Resources for Funding and Partnerships
4. Finding Answers: Baby Rhyming Time FAQs
Organization
Format
Materials
Other Concerns
Resources
5. Creating Successful Story Times
Room Arrangement
Format
Outlines
Guidelines for Participants
Resources
PART II BABY RHYMING TIME PROGRAMS
6. Books That Work
Print Resources for Further Information
Electronic Resources for Further Information
Sources for "Big Books"
7. Rhymes and More Rhymes
Teaching Rhymes Orally
Teaching Rhymes Visually
Rhymes and Directions
Programming Resources
8. Music That Works
Recordings and Videos
Print Resources
Web Sites
Major Distributors
9. Great Programming Enhancement Ideas
Activities (Free Dance, Reading, Art, etc.)
Props
Rhythm Instruments
Scarves and Streamers
Sign Language
Resources
10. A Dozen Ready-to-Go Programs
Programs for Newborn to 12 Months
Programs for 12 to 24 Months
Program Outlines
Resources
11. More Programming Ideas
Books by Theme
Rhymes by Type
12. Handouts, Displays, and Signs
Handouts
Displays
Signs
Info Bites
Resources
Appendix: Sample Program Handouts
Resources
Rhyme, Fingerplay, and Song Title Index
Picture Book Title Index
Picture Book Author Index
General Index
About the Author
"This useful resource provides background, logistics and a wealth of practical ideas for programs ... This could be an invaluable tool for library staff just getting started, and even experienced presenters will find many new ideas and thoughtful perspectives."
--School Library Journal
"This is a must for all librarians working with 0-24 month-old children ... Whether you are a newcomer to programming for babies or not, Ms Ernst's new book can contribute much to your work ... Baby Rhyming Time is a complete resource for creating excellent programs for babies and young toddlers. Highly recommended."
--Catholic Library World
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