Youth Services FTPL

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Why We Do What We Do: Some Favorite Songs

We like the following songs because they engage the children with simple melodies and story lines, include repetitive action, and ultimately help children build their attention span.  (material c. 2011, Youth Services) Polly Put the Kettle On Polly Put the Kettle On (song with simple, repetitive gesture) Polly, put the […]

Books That Engage Babies and Toddlers

Here is a sampling of some of our favorite books to use during the nursery rhyme programs. We like them because they have a simple story line, lots of rhythm, an element of surprise, and illustrations that can be seen from afar. (this material c. Youth Services, Franklin Township Library, […]