Stories & songs about what we do all day--from baking to naptime to going to the library.
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.
Hop down the bunny trail and into this playful storytime all about our fuzzy cottontail friends.
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2024
Enjoy these titles that explore the color, texture, and culture of food!
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2023
A storytime about hats of all kinds--and the people (and creatures!) that wear them.
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2024
A storytime about winding down, looking at the moon and stars, and getting ready for sleep.
Topic: Fun Favorites, Growing Up
Year Updated: 2024
A collection of knitting- and yarn-themed books as cozy as your favorite sweater.
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2023
Snuggle up with a cozy, heartfelt storytime perfect for a day in at home.
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2023
This is a storytime filled with songs to sing together (or by yourself).
Topic: Fun Favorites, Let's Play!
Year Updated: 2024
Ice cream, popsicles, watermelon? Yum! A storytime full of refreshing favorites.
Topic: Fun Favorites, Let's Play!
Year Updated: 2023
Trains, tuk tuks, cars, rocketships... enjoy this storytime all about the different ways we travel from place to place.
Topic: Fun Favorites
Year Updated: 2024