DIY Digital Storytime: Caldecott Medal Winners

We’re going to use Bookflix again today to read some beautifully illustrated kids stories.  To get to Bookflix, go the Kids Library webpage and look for the purple icon.  Then login with your library card.In honor of Ralph Caldecott's birthday, which is March 22, we'll be reading two Caldecott Medal winners today.  The Caldecott Medal is awarded each year to "the artist of the most distinguished American Picture Book for Children published in the United States."

This week’s theme:  Caldecott Winners

Officer Buckle travels from school to school, giving children safety tips and information on how to stay safe. The trouble is, Officer Buckle’s speeches are too boring! One day Gloria, the police dog goes with Officer Buckle, and things suddenly get more exciting!  You can find Officer Buckle and Gloria in the Family and Community section, or if you've already logged in, just click on the book cover above.  Before you read, learn the word of the day:  commands-- instructions.

One of Randolph Caldecott's picture books was based on the nursery rhyme Hey Diddle Diddle.  Sing along with Sesame Street!

Let's read another story!

Zookeeper Amos McGee cares for his friends, the elephant, the tortoise, the penguin, the rhinoceros, and the owl. But when Amos stays home sick one day, who will take care of the animals?  You can find A Sick Day for Amos McGee in the Animals and Nature category, or click on the book cover below.

Thanks for joining us for DIY Digital Storytime.  For more Caldecott winners, check out the bookshelf below.

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