Lots of babies came out today for storytime with their moms, dads, uncles, grandparents and nannies.  Everyone joined in with great spirit and enthusiasm to help create a joyful time together.

We read a silly Sandra Boynton book together called Blue Hat, Green Hat. I often mentioned how much I love Sandra Boynton so I have listed several of her books today. (There are many more!) They are all wonderful!

Once again, the library proved to be a place of comfort and cool air as the temperature outside continued to rise.  Many families got in out of the heat to enjoy baby storytime together!  We talked a lot about the importance of reading to babies, having books available for the babies to explore and finding a time in your schedule to read to your baby daily.  I offered a handout that lists some Favorite Board Books to read with your baby.   You can access the list through our website (chelmsfordlibrary.org, go to Kids, click on Children’s Main Page, click on Book Lists on the right side-underneath Quick Links, and them click on  Favorite Board Books.)

Today we read another classic and a favorite for many.

Many babies and their caregivers found their way into the library this morning on this hot and muggy day!  We had babies of all ages, from a new three week old up to someone who will turn one next month!  All babies (up to 12 months) are always welcome!

We spent a bit of time this morning talking about exposing the babies to sign language as another form of communication that he or she can use before oral language develops.  We have many resources at the library to help you get on your way with teaching your baby sign language.  Today we talked about the usefulness of the sign for “more,” which is also the first sign we use in the song “The More We Get Together.”

This is the sign for “more.”

We also read the lovely story Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox.  It has a wonderful surprise ending, filled with lots of love and kisses!