ABOUT THIS BOOK

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!

AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY

Linda L. Ernst was a children's librarian for more than 30 years. She led training workshops for the King County Library, Seattle Public Library, Everett Public Library, and the Sno-Isle Library System in Washington. She also gave workshops in Kentucky, Michigan, San Francisco, and Scottsdale, Arizona and presented conference programs at the Pennsylvania Library Association and the Washington Library Association. 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. She 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.

REVIEWS

"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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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