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Storytime Starters

Are you a teacher needing new storytime ideas? Are you a parent whose child can't read enough bug books? Check out our Storytime Starters. Based on the themes used at Madison Public Library's Preschool Storytimes, these thematic lists include books, songs, fingerplays, Play Literacy suggestions and more! Additional themes will be added throughout the year.

You can search our Starters by general keyword, specifically by title, or filter by topic.

Love makes a family! Enjoy these books about families of all kinds.
Topic: Growing Up
Year Updated: 2023
Not feeling well is a very normal part of being a human. These books can help little ones understand its ok to feel sick and maybe feel a little better.
Topic: Growing Up
Year Updated: 2023
Help your little one gain that independence of getting dressed on their own--no matter the season--with this collection of stories.
Year Updated: 2023
A storytime about winding down, looking at the moon and stars, and getting ready for sleep.
Year Updated: 2024