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Programs for 2011-2012
Jo Ho, Storyteller
Educational and entertaining storytelling
programs
AUGUST-“DINOSAUR ROMP”
Stompin’ and chompin’ dinosaur tales that teach
manners in a BIG way! Kids learn simple details
about the extinct world of these adored creatures.
SEPTEMBER-“Rhyming Fun With Mama Goose”
A back to school tune-up of thinking and speaking
skills with positive kid-friendly rhymes from
everyone’s favorite goose.
OCTOBER-“Barn Dance” Join
Granny Jo in lively barnyard tales and some fun fall
sing-a-longs with the barnyard band (that’ll be the
kid helpers) playing washtubs, jugs, and spoons.
NOVEMBER-“I’m Thankful For the Simple Joys”
It’s the perfect time of year to give thanks for the
simple treasures in life— sunshine, kind words,
laughter, falling leaves and so much more in these
grateful from the heart tales.
DECEMBER-“Joy to the World” Travel
around the world for a global holiday celebration
with well wishes for peace to all at every stop.
Enjoy the festivities in different countries and
islands too!
JANUARY-“My Snowman is Smiling!”
With icy fingers
and rosy cheeks, the little ones will reach for
these snow-packed tales of creating happy memories
on blustery winter days.
FEBRUARY-“PJ’s and Plushables”
Jump into your pajamas and grab your favorite plush
toy! It’s snuggle time and giggle time with silly
stories of darling stuffed plushettes.
MARCH-“Spring Puddles” Snow
melting puddles, raindrop puddles, and mud
puddles—what childhood fun! Welcome spring with a
splash of puddle poetry, songs, and stories.
APRIL-“Birds of a Different Feather”
Unearth lessons in nature with tales of humble
sparrow, beautiful swan, and proud peacock. Though
of a different feather, the birds learn to stick
together.
MAY-“My Big Purple Crayon”
Colorful, artistic tales encouraging a mindful of
imaginative pictures and delightful characters.
Discover the “artist” in you!
JUNE-“Camping Trip”
A funny fishing tale, a not so scary boogie man
tale, a big bear in the woods tale, and a tent
mishap tale guarantee to start your summer off with
a belly full of laughter.
JULY-“Celebrate Your Way Across the U.S.A.”
Explore and celebrate the diversity and excitement
of our country in stories from across the nation.
Happy Birthday, America!
Other Popular
Seasonal Programs Also Available Anytime
Cozy Quits- Charming,
cozy blanket tales. Wear your PJ’s.
Alaskan Adventure-
Winter
journey to the land of Eskimos, katmai bear, and dog
sleds.
Penguins at the North Pole- Cute
birds find the true meaning of Christmas.
Aesop’s Fables-
Short tales from long ago loaded with wisdom for the
little ones.
Blast Off Through the Solar System- Zoom
into an out-of-this world space adventure with
stories and songs about the planets, stars, sun, and
moon.
Blue Ribbons at the County Fair-
Children
learn to do their “blue ribbon” best in these fall
yarns.
Thank You, Community Helpers- Our
services with a smile folks get a big thank you in
these factual and fun stories of neighborhood
helpers.
Christmas Tales With Mrs. Claus-
Off to the North Pole for fireside tales with
Santa’s best helper—Mrs. Claus.
Australian Adventure-
Travel down under for tales of kangaroo, koala, and
crocodile.
Musical Tales- An
introduction to music and hands-on rhythmic tales.
Cut and Fold Stories-
Stories that unfold and are snipped right before
eager eyes.
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles- Transportation
tales that prepare a child for vacation travel.
Country Hoe Down- Put
on your cow-friendly boots and grab a partner as
Granny McDonald invites you and the youngins to some
rootin’ tootin’ down on the farm
animal tales.
Raggedy Ann and Andy Adventures- Join
Raggedy Ann and other Raggedy pals for some true
candy heart tales about finding happiness within,
giving to others, and the joy of friendship.
Animals of the Arctic-
Venture north to hear interesting facts and
delightful stories of Walrus, Seal, Polar Bear,
Snowy Owl, and Musk Ox.
Bedtime Tales and Lullabies-
“Tuck me in” stories and songs that sooth and
delight the soul.
Delicious Nutritious Stories and Songs- Take
a big bite into delectable tales and tunes that
encourage good eating habits.
Be A C.H.E.R.U.B.” (A Child Helping Earth Remain
Utterly Beautiful)-
Celebrate Earth Day in this extraordinary “going
green” storytelling program.
Caldecott Award Winning Picture Books-
Zip
through the years of these award winners with stops
for favorites and a look at many incredible
illustrations.
Cuddle With Teddy-
Snuggle up with your Teddy Bear for delightful
stories of Little Bear, Baby Bear, and Polar Bear.
Groundhog Steps Out-
Silly tales of lovable groundhog and her furry pals.
Hopping Along With Peter Rabbit-
Tales of Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit and rascal
Brer Rabbit too!
Royal Tales From Around the World-
Adventure tales of princesses, princes, dragons, and
knights from many lands.
Please
Don't Pick Your Nose-
Kids help Jo teach her ill-mannered puppet
politeness.
Winter Safari-
Interesting facts and tales about moose, snowshoe
hare, polar bear and other tundra animals.
Poetry in Motion-
Words and stories set to rhythmic and rhyming
action.
Grandma’s Patchwork Pockets-
Autumn surprises in Grandma’s apron pockets along
with special fall stories.
Penguins and Puffins on Parade-
A winter parade of stories about children’s favorite
northern birds.
These Boots are Made for Talking-
Clever footwear fables for character building
starring Jo’s shoe puppet “Stomper.”
Wacky Inventions-
“Professor Goof” shares stories of wacky and wild
inventions, perfect for inquisitive little minds!
Seeds, Weeds, Bugs, and Slugs-
Whether good, bad, cute, or ugly, these nature tales
teach acceptance and uniqueness.
Take Me Out To The Ballgame!-
B is for Baseball and Bettering oneself in these
personal growth and teamwork tales.
A Visit To Farmer’s Market-
Sit a spell with Mrs. Green Beans and her
persimmons, kumquats, kale and more as she welcomes
you to her unique fall green-thumb grocery stand.
Thank
You For My Senses-
Stories and songs in this highly interactive program
designed to enhance the awareness of the precious
gifts of sight, taste, touch, smell, and hearing.
Reindeer Christmas-
Join Rudolph (alias Jo Ho) and her reindeer pals on
a holly jolly sleigh ride this holiday season.
Tracks In the Snow-
It’s a chilly nature walk as we investigate which
animals hibernate or migrate, and those that stay
active in the winter.
Snuggle Tales-
Slip on your pajama’s and grab your favorite stuffed
animal for a special story time of cozy tales to
warm your hearts, ears, and toes.
Sing Along With Songbirds-
Ring in spring with stories of pretty birds, squawky
birds, homely birds, and laid-back birds.
Reptile Romp- We’re
heading to the swamp to see Alligators, Snakes, and
Lizards… Oh my! |