Book World, Episode 8: BPL Songs and Rhymes - Open, Shut Them
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs
Let's sing together! This favorite with fun accompanying gestures offers a great opportunity to bond with and nurture little ones. Through singing, babies learn individual sounds and get ready for reading. Bigger children also learn new words, letters and sounds when you sing together so they will be easier to recognize and understand as they start to read. So, let’s sing often and have lots of fun!
Book World, Episode 7: Shine Time - Science
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs
Scientists, it's time to shine! In this Shine Time episode your neighbors and librarians show that science truly is everywhere. They share fun science experiments, books and everyday activities that they think you'll enjoy. Find instructions for more science fun at bklynlib.org/bookworld.
Book World, Episode 6: Check It Out - Science
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs
Our fantastic Book Stars and Brooklyn neighbors are excited to recommend books that explore science. Wondering, experimenting and sharing discoveries are all a part of doing science. Sheneatha tries her hand, and feet, at doing an experiment and discovers that science can be slippery! Find instructions for fun science activities at bklynlib.org/bookworld.
Book World, Episode 5: Songs and Rhymes
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs; Sheneatha
La, la, la! Singing is not only fun but also important for helping children become great readers. In this episode, Sheneatha teaches an active song that is one of the children’s favorites: “ZOOM!” Through singing, babies learn individual sounds and get ready for reading. Bigger children also learn new words, letters, and sounds when you sing together so they will be easier to recognize and understand as children start to read. So, let’s sing often and have lots of fun!
Book World, Episode 4: Science is Everywhere!
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs
Science is everywhere and it’s for everyone, including little ones. Come join a dance party as your Book World friends experiment and go on an adventure to find science everywhere. After trying a wacky, colorful experiment, Sheneatha joins Jenn and Kat to learn about how we use science, technology, engineering, and math in our lives every day. They share some simple science activities for families and Jessica and her kiddos Jack and Cleo show us how they have fun with science at home. You can download these activity guides to try out these experiments at home with your grown ups!…
Book World, Episode 2: Shine Time - Books We Love
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs; Sheneatha
This episode of Book World is a Shine Time segment! You, your neighbors, and Brooklyn librarians shine in these photos and videos as you talk about the books you love. As you’ll see, some of our friends are still learning to talk and already love reading. Hey, reading the pictures counts, too! Talking with children about their interests, along with playing and reading books that explore those interests, are great ways to encourage a love for learning. Check out some of these picture books that celebrate your little one’s beauty and…
Book World, Episode 1: Introducing. . . the Library, A.K.A. Book World!
Jessica, Coordinator of Early Literacy Programs; Sheneatha
Hi Book Stars! The library’s new children’s show is here! Get ready for your next visit to the library with this magical episode and the accompanying activities! In Episode 1 of Book World, Sheneatha, Jenn and Blueberry explore some of the many treasures the library has to offer. Join them and their friends as they sing and dance to “Books about Everything.” Kids like you will share great books to check out and you’ll learn a new song that will keep you buzzing. For more fun, complete this scavenger hunt while you watch the video! Watching Book World together?…