As a haggard, weathered storytime librarian of the babies ages 0-14 months, group read-alouds need to be simple (in text and illustration) or a way to connect and celebrate new parenthood. These two types of books rarely cross paths, so both types often alternate at my baby storytime. [Also to note: I read-aloud one book… Continue reading Best Read-Aloud Books for Babies
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Baby Art Playground: Natural Taste-Safe Fingerpaint Play
Part of the Baby Art Playground series "Allow baby to explore the texture and beauty of paint without worrying about toxins or unnatural additives. Baby will be painting with food-based paint so be prepared to dress for mess!" Oooo dis one was fun. With all of my Baby Art Playground programs, I'm looking for a fun 45-minute… Continue reading Baby Art Playground: Natural Taste-Safe Fingerpaint Play
Baby Art Playground: Footprint Art
Dress for mess! This messy sensory art exploration exposes baby to a variety of textures. Education toys provide further enjoyment, play, and exercise for developing senses. Siblings are welcome to help, but supplies are limited to the age-appropriate child. Bring home a keepsake of your baby's darling feet. Canvas and paint provided. Everyone, please feast… Continue reading Baby Art Playground: Footprint Art
Baby Art Playground: Tummy Time Painting
This was definitely one of the easiest (and most inexpensive) Baby Art Playgrounds to whip up on the fly--and it achieved the same happy results. Supplies were things we already had around the library including acrylic paint, cardstock paper, and ziploc bags. Prep was minimal and involved cutting the paper to fit inside the bag… Continue reading Baby Art Playground: Tummy Time Painting
Baby Art Playground: Texture Blocks
Part III of the Baby Art Playground Series Oh oh oh, this was one of my favorite baby crafts. LET ME TELL YOU EVERYTHING. Why texture blocks? Textures are a wonderful early learning experience for growing senses. As babies explore their world, they are building curiosity, strengthening eye sight, and being able to discriminate between… Continue reading Baby Art Playground: Texture Blocks
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