Storytime Information

Fall Session: September 30 – November 26

Plumb Library storytimes are an interactive mix of early literacy fun with books, letters, numbers, songs, fingerplays, action rhymes, music, movement, games, and lively discussions. Plumb Storytime groups are age and development based.

There are 2 storytime groups:

Baby Storytime  –  for ages 6-24 months
Tuesdays, 10:30 – 11:15 AM
September 30 – November 25

Family Storytime  –  for ages 2-5
Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:15 AM
October 1 – November 26

IMPORTANT DETAILS!

• Plumb Storytime utilizes the “Every Child Ready to Read” program which focuses on the 5 skills that children will need to help them learn to read: Talking, Singing, Reading, Playing and Writing.
  • Talking with children helps children learn oral language, one of the most critical early literacy skills. Children learn about language by listening to others talk and joining in the conversation.
  • Singing develops language skills. Singing slows down language so children can hear the different sounds in words. Singing helps children learn new words and information.
  • Reading together develops vocabulary and comprehension, nurtures a love for reading, and motivates children to want to learn to read.
  • Playing is one of the best ways for children to learn language and literacy skills. They learn about language through playing as the activities help them put thoughts into words and talk about what they are doing!
  • Writing letters and words helps children become aware that printed letters have sounds and letters together stand for spoken words.
• During storytime, we will also work on self-regulation, self-confidence, and cooperative behavior. 
• PLEASE call us at 508-763-8600 ASAP if you can’t attend a meeting, if you are running late, or if you need to drop out of a session.
• Storytime follows the Rochester Memorial School schedule. Storytime will not be held if RMS is closed unless otherwise noted.  When in doubt, call us or check the library’s website or Facebook page for closures.
• We hope that all caregivers will help us reinforce appropriate library and social behavior!  For many children, storytime will be their first peer group experience.  We will model positive, kind interactions with peers and adults: walking feet, inside voices, listening ears, sharing with friends, and gentle treatment of library items.  Please step in when necessary to help your child cooperate.
• If storytime is your child’s first group experience, we suggest you visit the library with your child before their first storytime meeting.  Knowing what to expect helps everyone feel comfortable.
• If your child becomes uncooperative or restless, please quietly leave our group to relax and refocus. Rejoin the group when your child is ready.
• Please keep in mind that you set the example for your child. There is ample time to socialize when free play begins!
• Gentle indoor play time is encouraged after our structured meeting. Playtime must be monitored by caregivers.  We will provide various play items, but all families are responsible for clean-up!
• The program doesn’t end when you go home!  Please talk about storytime activities, talk, write and draw, play, sing, and read books at bedtime, quiet time, or anytime!