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Listen to Audio Story: The Mitten
Added: January 12, 2009, 9:30 AM
A boy receives new mittens and is told to take special care of them. What happens when he loses one of the mittens? Listen to the story to find out.
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Listen to Audio 'Twas the Night Before Christmas
Added: December 1, 2008, 11:30 AM
Worthington Mayor Harvey Minton reads Clement Clarke Moore's famous poem A Visit of St. Nicholas: otherwise, known as 'Twas the Night Before Christmas.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: One Potato, Two Potato
Added: September 8, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say it in English or Spanish (Español), you can improve your child's counting skills with this carbo-loaded rhyme.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Una papa, dos papas
Added: September 8, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say it in English or Spanish (Español), you can improve your child's counting skills with this carbo-loaded rhyme.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Thank You
Added: September 1, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether it is said in English or Spanish (Español), hearing "thank you" is always appreciated.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Gracias
Added: September 1, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether it is said in English or Spanish (Español), hearing "thank you" is always appreciated.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: How Many People in Your Family?
Added: August 25, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say this rhyme in English or Spanish (Español), it's nice to know that you can always "count" on your family.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: ¿Cuántas personas hay en tu familia?
Added: August 25, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say this rhyme in English or Spanish (Español), it's nice to know that you can always "count" on your family.
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Watch Video Rhyme: Humpty Dumpty Sat on a Wall (Flannel Board Video)
Added: August 18, 2008, 9:30 AM
Humpty Dumpty really had "egg on his face" after this happened. Watch the kingdom "scramble" to help him when his story is recreated on the flannel board.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Taller, Smaller
Added: August 11, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say this rhyme in English or Spanish (Español), use big gestures to help convey the concept of size to your child.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Altísimo, pequeñísimo
Added: August 11, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether you say this rhyme in English or Spanish (Español), use big gestures to help convey the concept of size to your child.
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Watch Video Rhyme: Hey Diddle Diddle (Flannel Board Video)
Added: August 4, 2008, 9:30 AM
What happens when a dog, a cat and a gifted cow decide to party together? Watch and find out, all while improving your child's Phonological Awareness.
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Listen to Audio Song: Where Is Thumbkin?
Added: July 28, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this song is sung in English or Spanish (Español), one thing seems clear: thumbs are very polite!
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Listen to Audio Song: ¿Dónde está Pulgarcito?
Added: July 28, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this song is sung in English or Spanish (Español), one thing seems clear: thumbs are very polite!
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Watch Video Rhyme: Little Boy Blue (Flannel Board Video)
Added: July 21, 2008, 9:30 AM
It's hard to find good help these days. On the flannel board, watch a young shepherd during one of his less-than-inspiring moments.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Grandpa's Glasses
Added: July 14, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this rhyme in said in English or Spanish (Español), it is a fun way to learn a little bit of etiquette.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Los lentes de mis abuelitos
Added: July 14, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this rhyme in said in English or Spanish (Español), it is a fun way to learn a little bit of etiquette.
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Watch Video Story: Three Little Pigs (Flannel Board Video)
Added: July 7, 2008, 9:30 AM
This story (recreated on the flannel board) not only helps improve your child's Narrative Skills, it also demonstrates the importance of getting a good contractor and some homeowners insurance.
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Watch Video Rhyme: Hickory Dickory Dock (Flannel Board Video)
Added: June 30, 2008, 9:30 AM
Time stands still for no mouse! Watch the critter's brief journey up the grandfather clock recreated on the flannel board.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Humpty Dumpty Sat on a Wall
Added: June 23, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this rhyme is said in English or Spanish (Español), one simple truth still remains: eggs and walls don't mix.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Humpty Dumpty (en Español)
Added: June 23, 2008, 9:30 AM
Whether this rhyme is said in English or Spanish (Español), one simple truth still remains: eggs and walls don't mix.
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Watch Video Rhyme: Five Little Babies Learning to Go Potty (Flannel Board Video)
Added: June 16, 2008, 9:30 AM
Oh, if only all babies were this self-motivated during potty training! Share this flannel board story with your child and see if it inspires her or him.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Rice With Milk
Added: June 9, 2008, 9:30 AM
Why is rice pudding referred to in this rhyme? Perhaps it is because the two main ingredients marry each other so sweetly. Whatever your interpretation, say this rhyme in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Arroz con Leche
Added: June 9, 2008, 9:30 AM
Why is rice pudding referred to in this rhyme? Perhaps it is because the two main ingredients marry each other so sweetly. Whatever your interpretation, say this rhyme in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Watch Video Song: Old MacDonald Had a Farm (Flannel Board Video)
Added: June 2, 2008, 9:30 AM
Watch a librarian bring this traditional song to life by combining two things children love: playing with flannel boards and making animal noises!
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Listen to Audio Song: Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes
Added: May 26, 2008, 9:30 AM
This energetic song helps children improve their minds and their bodies. Sing it in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Listen to Audio Song: Cabeza, hombros, rodillas y dedos
Added: May 26, 2008, 9:30 AM
This energetic song helps children improve their minds and their bodies. Sing it in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Listen to Audio Song: Are You Sleeping?
Added: May 19, 2008, 9:30 AM
Help your little one ring in a new day by singing this song in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Listen to Audio Song: ¿Fray Felipe, Fray Felipe
Added: May 19, 2008, 9:30 AM
Help your little one ring in a new day by singing this song in either English or Spanish (Español).
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Listen to Audio Song: Five Little Ducks
Added: May 5, 2008, 9:30 AM
Although the mama duck in this song probably doesn't appreciate her brood's disappearing act, your child will, all while improving her/his Phonological Awareness.
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Listen to Audio Song: Hokey Pokey
Added: April 28, 2008, 9:30 AM
What if the Hokey Pokey is what it's all about? Something to ponder while singing this song and improving your child's Phonological Awareness.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: This Is the Way the Ladies Ride
Added: April 21, 2008, 9:30 AM
What sound does a baby make when it's horseback riding? Find out with this bouncy rhyme, all while helping your child with Print Motivation.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Rima de Chocolate (Chocolate Rhyme)
Added: April 14, 2008, 9:30 AM
No matter where you're from, everyone speaks the language of chocolate! Whether you learn this rhyme in English or Spanish (Español), you'll be helping your child with Phonological Awareness.
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Listen to Audio Song: If You're Happy and You Know It
Added: March 31, 2008, 9:00 AM
You'll be happy and you'll know it when you sing this fun song, all while helping to improve your child's Vocabulary.
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Listen to Audio Song: Row, Row, Row Your Boat
Added: March 24, 2008, 9:00 AM
It's time to rock-and-roll—in a boat, that is. The repeating words found in this song will help improve your child's vocabulary.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Five Fat Peas
Added: March 17, 2008, 9:00 AM
Sometimes, being like "peas in a pod" can be too close for comfort, as demonstrated by this charming rhyme.
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Listen to Audio Song: Three Little Kittens
Added: February 25, 2008, 9:30 AM
Illustrate why it is important to keep track of one's winter accessories, all while helping your child with her/his Print Motivation.
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Listen to Audio Song: Three Green and Speckled Frogs
Added: February 18, 2008, 9:30 AM
It is a very good day for the three frogs featured in this song.
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Listen to Audio Song: On Top of Spaghetti
Added: February 11, 2008, 9:30 AM
Not only does this song illustrate the importance of installing sneeze-guards in pasta bars, singing it also helps to improve your child's Narrative Skills.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: This Little Piggy
Added: February 4, 2008, 9:30 AM
Put your finger dexterity to the test while you say this rhyme (about five very different piggies) with your child.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear
Added: January 28, 2008, 9:30 AM
Recite this rhyme (about a very obedient teddy bear) with your child, helping to improve her/his Narrative Skills.
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Listen to Audio Song: The Muffin Man
Added: January 21, 2008, 9:30 AM
When the Cupcake Man just won't do, sing this song with your child instead.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Here's A Ball (Traditional)
Added: January 14, 2008, 9:30 AM
Have a ball (actually three!) while helping your child with both counting skills and Vocabulary.
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Listen to Audio Song: Where is Thumbkin?
Added: January 7, 2008, 1:40 PM
Demonstrate just how polite fingers and thumbs can be, all while improving your child's Vocabulary.
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Listen to Audio Song: Baa, Baa Black Sheep
Added: December 31, 2007, 9:30 AM
Sing two choruses of this song (about a very generous sheep) with your child.
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Listen to Audio Song: Are You Sleeping?
Added: December 10, 2007, 9:30 AM
A child doesn't have to be sleepy to find this song rousing.
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Listen to Audio Song: This is the Way We Clap Our Hands
Added: December 3, 2007, 8:30 AM
This is a great song to sing as you and your child get ready in the morning.
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Listen to Audio Song: The Farmer in the Dell
Added: November 19, 2007, 9:30 AM
This is a great song to sing if you have more than one child, four years or older.
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Listen to Audio Song: Itsy Bitsy Spider
Added: November 12, 2007, 9:30 AM
Use the rhyming words in this song (about a very resilient spider) to help your child improve Phonological Awareness.
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Listen to Audio Song: I'm a Little Teapot
Added: November 5, 2007, 9:30 AM
Use the rhyming words in this song to help your child with Phonological Awareness.
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Watch Video Worthington Ghost Tours: The Tale of the Viper
Added: October 29, 2007, 8:30 AM
Hear this chilling story of Adeline and the mysterious phone calls from someone calling himself "The Viper".
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Watch Video Worthington Ghost Tours: The Tale of the Rap, Rap, Rap
Added: October 28, 2007, 6:23 PM
Learn the haunted past of Worthington's Fine Lines stationary store and the mysterious knocking that employees still hear coming from the store's back room.
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Listen to Audio Story: The Tortoise and the Hare
Added: October 22, 2007, 9:30 AM
A tortoise demonstrates why slow and steady wins the race, while helping to increase your child's vocabulary.
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Listen to Audio Song: Grey Squirrel
Added: October 15, 2007, 9:30 AM
You and your child will enjoy this "tail" about a gray squirrel. Sing along!
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Listen to Audio Song: Baby Bumblebee
Added: October 8, 2007, 9:30 AM
Learn why it's a good idea for baby bumblebees to behave themselves, all while reinforcing your child's Narrative Skills.
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Listen to Audio Song: Mary Had A Little Lamb
Added: October 1, 2007, 9:30 AM
Lambs may be disruptive at school but they can make for some bouncy fun at home, as demonstrated by this classic song.
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Listen to Audio Story: The Lion and the Mouse
Added: September 24, 2007, 9:30 AM
There are many lessons to learn from this tale, where a small mouse helps a big, ferocious lion—and telling it will improve your child's narrative skills.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
Added: September 17, 2007, 9:30 AM
Help your child with counting and his/her print motivation skills with this fun rhyme.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Two Little Blackbirds
Added: September 10, 2007, 9:30 AM
Pretend your thumbs are little blackbirds, all while practicing Phonological Awareness with your child.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: I Clap My Hands
Added: August 20, 2007, 9:30 AM
As you say the following rhyme, have your child act out the motions, or do them too!
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Listen to Audio Song: Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes
Added: August 13, 2007, 9:30 AM
Help your child learn the parts of the body with this fun song.
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Listen to Audio Song: Bingo
Added: August 6, 2007, 9:30 AM
Clap along as you sing this song and help your child with letter knowledge.
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Listen to Audio Song: Five Little Monkeys
Added: July 30, 2007, 9:00 AM
Learn why it's never a good idea to allow monkeys to jump on a bed — all while helping to improve your child's narrative skills.
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Listen to Audio Song: Twinkle, Twinkle (Little Star)
Added: July 25, 2007, 9:30 AM
Sing this lovely song with your child and help foster an interest in books by reading stories on the same subject.
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Watch Video Early Childhood Literacy: 6 Skills
Added: July 13, 2007, 1:23 PM
Find out about the six early childhood literacy skills, which lay the foundation for learning to read.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Open Them, Shut Them
Added: July 13, 2007, 8:15 AM
This is a fun rhyme to do several times in a row with your toddler, each time getting a little bit faster.
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Listen to Audio Song: ABCs (Alphabet Song)
Added: July 10, 2007, 8:15 AM
Help your child learn the letters of the alphabet with this classic song.
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: Pat-a-Cake
Added: June 26, 2007, 2:00 PM
Play Pat-a-Cake with your baby and learn how rhymes encourage Phonological Awareness, helping children to learn words.
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Watch Video Teen Reader's Theatre: Down on the Farm (Scene 5)
Added: June 19, 2007, 4:30 PM
Watch the Teen Readers' Theatre Troupe perform the fifth and final scene of "Down on the Farm" (Book: The Ornery Morning).
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Listen to Audio Rhyme: The Kissing Rhyme
Added: June 18, 2007, 7:27 PM
With this fun rhyme, you lift you baby high above you and then bring them close for "a great big kiss".
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Listen to Audio Song: Wheels on the Bus (Traditional)
Added: June 18, 2007, 12:30 PM
Sing along with this classic song, popular at the library during Babytimes.
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Listen to Audio Song: Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Added: June 18, 2007, 12:30 PM
Celebrate the animals on Old MacDonald's farm with this classic song.
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Watch Video Teen Reader's Theatre: Down on the Farm (Scene 4)
Added: June 12, 2007, 2:00 PM
Watch the Teen Readers' Theatre Troupe perform the fourth scene of "Down on the Farm" (Book: Giggle, Giggle, Quack; Song: The Higgy Piggy).
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Watch Video Teen Reader's Theatre: Down on the Farm (Scene 3)
Added: June 5, 2007, 2:30 PM
Watch the Teen Readers' Theatre Troupe perform the third scene of "Down on the Farm" (Book: Oink?; Song: PIGGY).
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Watch Video Teen Reader's Theatre: Down on the Farm (Scene 2)
Added: May 29, 2007, 2:30 PM
Watch the Teen Readers' Theatre Troupe perform the second scene of "Down on the Farm" (Book: Moo Who?; Song: Old MacDonald Had A Farm).
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Watch Video Teen Reader's Theatre: Down on the Farm (Scene 1)
Added: May 22, 2007, 2:00 PM
Watch the Teen Readers' Theatre Troupe perform the first scene of "Down on the Farm" (Book: Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo; Song: Three Little Ducks).
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