Preface
Introduction
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
Electronic Resources
2. Meeting the Cast
 The Family: Adult and Very Young Child	
 Childcare Providers and Early Childhood Educators
 The Librarian/Presenter
 Supporting Cast
 Print Resources
 Electronic Resources
3. Setting the Stage
Facilities
Collections
Staffing
Programming
Outreach
Funding
Resources for Toys, Furniture, and Other Supplies
Resources for In-House Services
Resources for Funding and Partnerships
4. Finding Answers: Baby Rhyming Time FAQ
 Organization
 Format
 Materials
 Other Concerns
 Resources
5. Creating Successful Storytimes
Room Arrangement
Format
Outlines
Guidelines for Participants
Resources
II. Baby Rhyming Time Programs
 
6. Books That Work
7. Rhymes and More Rhymes
Teaching Rhymes Orally
Teaching Rhymes Visually
Resources
8. Musical Materials
Recordings and Videos
Print
Web Sites
Major Distributors
9. Enhancements
10. Ready-to-Go Programs
Programs for Newborns to 12 Months
Programs for 12-24 Months
Program Outlines
Resources
11. More Programming Ideas
Books
Rhymes
12. Handouts, Displays, and Signs
Handouts
Displays
Signs
Resources
Title Index
Author Index
Subject/Theme Index
General Index
About the Author