Snack and Story Time: ICE CREAM EVERYWHERE

by Marci Whitehurst As the last threads of summer weave into autumn, it’s fun to savor some of our favorite summer activities. Without question, one of our favorite activities is eating ICE CREAM! With so many different flavors and toppings, it’s a treat to be enjoyed by all. Of course, ice cream can be eaten all year long, but with the hottest temperatures of the year waning, we’re enjoying this cool treat with the last of our hot temps. Did you know that ice cream is eaten all over the world and can even be eaten at breakfast?! Plus, it has different names in a variety of countries. How do I know? I read a book, of course! Books take us on journeys—including ones with ice cream. READ : ICE CREAM EVERYWHERE: Sweet Stories from Around the World , by Judy Campbell-Smith, Illustrated by Lucy Semple. Gather with various cultures around the world as they celebrate sharing ice cream together—and the traditions surrounding this treat! DISCUSS : What is your favorite kind of ice cream? Why? W

Summer Challenge Round-Up (and giveaway winners)

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2023 Summer Challenge. We hope you had a lot of fun reading and connecting this summer. Now that the Summer Challenge is over, we will get back to our usual schedule of posting every other Wednesday. 

The giveaway winners are Julia M. (Scavenger Hunt Prize Pack) and Samantha C. (signed copy of TWO TOUGH TRUCKS GET LOST. Congratulations, and thank you for entering! 

Our regular schedule will resume next Wednesday, August 30. In the mean time, here is a round-up of all the 2023 Summer Challenge themes. Enjoy these book recommendations and story time ideas any time of the year!

Week One: Time To Chill

Week Two: Interesting Inventions

Week Three: You're Super, Hero!

Week Four: A Sporting Good Time

Week Five: Beat the Heat

Week Six: Caring for Creation

Week Seven: Adventure Awaits!

Week Eight: Hit the Road, Jack!

Week Nine: Song and Dance

Week Ten: Books and Movies


And for an extra bit of fun, here is a story time idea perfect for the back to school season:




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