WHERE: Shreve Memorial Library
Wallette Branch Library
363 Hearne Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71109

WHEN: Wallette Branch:
April 17 at 10:00 a.m.

Theme: Exercise

The Stories:

Get Up and Go! by Nancy L. Carlson.  

This story includes vibrant, fun-filled illustrations and an encouraging text that explain the many great reasons to exercise, from making new friends and going to new places to just because it's good for the body. Get Up and Go is written for children in preschool and primary-grade levels

Stretch by Doreen Cronin and Scott Menchin.

This book features a cute dog that leads the reader in a number of different and interesting stretches. This book was designed to help preschoolers stretch their muscles and become more limber.

From Head to Toe by Eric Carle

Appropriate for preschool-age children, this story encourages the reader to imitate animal movements. Children will have fun moving with the animals from head to toe. 

The Activity:

The kids will learn that exercise can be fun. They will stretch and move along with the animals featured in the above stories. Then, the librarian will lead them in a series of imaginary sports, like rock climbing, swimming, and baseball. Last, the kids will dance to Alvin & the Chipmunks. 

More Information:

Diane Bailey
Children's Librarian
Wallette Branch Library
(318) 425-3630

Donna Timm, MLS
LSU Health Sciences Center Medical Library
Head of User Education
(318) 675-5474