Although I have aspirations of expanding my blog, I have yet to consistently post on anything but Flannel Friday. So, this keeps me blogging and hopefully someday I will share some of my library programs, the books I love to share with the kids at the library, the books I love to share with my kids at home and everything about early literacy that makes me excited to do my job every day.
Any time I need a storytime idea, the first thing I do is look at some Flannel Friday posts. Flannel Friday has kept me motivated, made me more creative in my storytimes and has challenged me to get better at making my own storytime visuals. I get wonderful ideas for books, rhymes, visuals and storytime resources from everyone. I owe a lot to everyone who posts every week and those who host the round-ups. Thank you for all you do. I look forward to more posts as Flannel Friday continues to grow.
To participate in Flannel Friday, visit the website http://flannelfridaystorytime.blogspot.com/.
This week's round-up is being hosted by Rain Makes Applesauce. Thanks Sharon!
In addition to this post about why I love Flannel Friday, I did my normal flannel board post too- Five Giant Pumpkins.
Wonderful post. I have to agree with the fact that Flannel Friday is an amazing resource. My flannelize soon pile grows and it is so much fun. ~ jane
ReplyDeleteI know. There are so many things I want to make and then I think about how little space I have to store them : ) But I make them anyway.
Delete"it has challenged me to get better at making my own storytime visuals." I totally hear you there! Its also made me think more about the best materials for the job. Do I need the fine detail printed clip art can give, or would simple felt shapes suffice? I look forward to seeing more of your creations!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I run through the same thought process about clipart and felt. I love them both for different reasons.
DeleteHi Sarah! I can't believe it's been a year already with another great Colorado children's librarian on board with FF! :) I think one of the things I appreciate about FF is that if we want to join in, there is a spot that is just right for us. If we want to participate by reading posts and improving our storytimes, that's great. If we want to participate with a blog post every week, or once a month, or just a few times a year, that's great too. I'm so glad you're with us! We're lucky to have you!
ReplyDeletethanks for share.
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