This is a beautifully written simple story that teaches young children what a pandemic is. Children learn that they must be patient with the COVID-19 pandemic. It is difficult not being able to be with your friends and do the activities we normally do because of social distancing. We must be patient just like we are when we plant waiting for a flower to sprout. Pretty soon we will all be able to play, grow and learn together.

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Join Ms. Librandi as she reads this book about the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020. The story is meant to help parents and teachers discuss COVID-19 with children and teach them about the virus and how we can stay healthy. The first half of the book is a children's story about two puppies learning about COVID-19 and the second half of the book is meant for adults. It is a short explanation of what is happening and what we can do about it. I hope this book is a good resource for all.

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In this story students learn what an affirmation is. Ms. Librandi reads the story and discusses hard things the children may encounter. Something may seem difficult in the beginning but with guidance, positive reinforcement, support and perseverance you can achieve anything!

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Ms. Librandi will read The Giving Tree By Shel Silverstein. She will brainstorm with the children all the things the tree gave to the boy. After the students listen to the story they will be encouraged to draw a tree, themselves and write what things they would give to someone that they love.Ms. Librandi will will reinforce comfortable and uncomfortable feelings words that the students learned ins the PATHS program. The tree was generous and giving. How can you be generous? How can you be giving? What made the boy greedy? What made the boy selfish?

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This is an adorable story about Kindergarten students preparing for their graduation ceremony. They practice singing songs at home in preparation for the big day. When the big day arrives they see their families in a large audience and get stage fright. Ms. Librandi will discuss similar experiences her students may have felt and help them make self connections while reading this story.

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Hi boys and girls, today's read aloud is about "The Night Before First Grade." For most of us the first day of school can be a little daunting and many will feel nervous at first. Join Ms. Librandi and read along with her as we learn that the first day of first grade will be fun for everyone.

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In this story students learn what an affirmation is. Ms. Librandi reads the story and discusses hard things the children may encounter. Something may seem difficult in the beginning but with guidance, positive reinforcement, support and perseverance you can achieve anything!

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Hi boys and girls, join Ms. Librandi as she reads Koala Lou written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Pamela Lofts. This is a great story because it teaches us that we are loved no matter how good we are. It doesn't matter if you come in first, second or third, the only thing that matters is that we try our best. It also teaches us that your parents never stop loving you even if they are busy attending to siblings. Your parents love you even if they do not say it. They show it by doing special things for you.

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Ms. Librandi will read "Ladybug and her Mom." It is the perfect story to read because it is almost Mother's Day. She will reinforce sequencing skills and vocabulary with the students. What did Ladybug girl do with her mom first, next, then and last? The students will be encouraged to make a text to self connection and express themselves through written expression by writing and illustrating what they like to do with their mom oran important woman in their lives. It may be similar or different to what Lu Lu ladybug girl does. They will also tell about what they plan on doing with their moms on Mother's Day.

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Ms. Librandi will share this beautiful story about how one tiny sunflower seed spreads joy across the country. This is a heartwarming story about a girl and her papa. Enjoy boys and girls!

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Storytime with Ms. LIbrandi. Ms. LIbrandi discusses story elements and reads a fiction children's picture book. She previews, predicts and retells the story. Children are encouraged to participate in a lesson extension upon completion of the book. The lesson extension is a student driven journal entry where the children are encouraged to make text to self connections using written words, sentences and illustrations to match their written words.

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Ms. Librandi will read this beautiful story narrated by a single mother who adopts a baby from China. She loves the baby like "crazy cakes." This is a beautifully written book and it has a special place on Ms. Librandi's book shelf. Ms. Librandi has been reading this story to her daughter since she was an infant.

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Ms. Librandi will read this sequel to "I Love You Like Crazy Cakes." This is a story told by a single parent who adopts a baby girl from China. In the sequel watch how the baby grows into a beautiful young lady. She is loved and well taken care of. Her Chinese heritage is celebrated and appreciated.

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Join Ms. Librandi as she reads her favorite Mo Willems elephant and piggie series of books.  This is one of several that she will be reading.  The children are introduced to captions.  They will notice that this book is written using captions.  Students will learn what the word "pretend" means.  Students will "pretend" to be their favorite animal.  They will draw themselves as the animal, make a speech bubble (caption) and write an animal sound or feeling inside the caprtion upon completion of the read aloud. 

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Join Ms. Librandi as she reads this humorous story with her adorable daughter Megan. You will laugh as you see all the mischief this puppy gets into. All the puppy wants to do it play fetch outside with his owners. The illustrations are beautiful too.

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Today we will enjoy the story Goldie and the Three Bears by Diane Stanley. Join Ms. Librandi as she reads aloud this classic fairy tale story that has a cute twist from the traditional version. Today’s read aloud is in a different format so you can follow along better than before. Since some of you may not have this version of Goldie and the Three Bears you can see all of the pages while Ms. Librandi reads with you.

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Join Ms. Librandi as she reads this Norwegian folktale. Three goats all different sizes and with the same name "Gruff" have eaten all the grass in their field and want to travel to a bigger meadow on the other side of a bridge. But the bridge is home to a grumpy and mean old troll who threatens to eat anyone attempting to cross it. Will the goats outsmart this vicious troll? Watch, read along and listen to find out!

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