•  FAMILY STORY TIME  •
Hello from your Family Story Time Team!
Below are some of our favorite parts from story time that you can enjoy at home.
 
 Theme of the Week: 
Superheroes
Early Learning Tip
Positive one-on-one interactions with caring adults is what supports a child's brain development. This happens when you read, sing, play, talk, and laugh together. 
 
Book Recommendations
Even Superheroes Make Mistakes
by Shelly Becker; illustrated by Eda Kaban
 
Even superheroes make mistakes, but they don't give up. They 'fess up their mess-up, get on with their day, and save the world in their most super way.
Even Superheroes Make Mistakes by Shelly Becker
Emergency Kittens! by Jody Jensen Shaffer
Emergency Kittens!
by Jody Jensen Shaffer; illustrated by Dave Mottram

Introduces Emergency Kittens Mimi, Twee-Twee, and Adorbs, superheroes willing to help anyone in need.
I Just Want to Be Super!
by Andrew Katz; illustrated by Tony Luzano

What does it really mean to be super? When Nino finds a mask that gives him powers, he's ready to blast off! But grown-ups keep stopping him: Be careful. Get dressed. Put away your dishes. Ugh! Can Nino ever be the hero he knows he is?
I Just Want to Be Super! - A Funny Picture Book about Emotions, Imagination & Self-Control Kids Books Ages 4-6 Read-Aloud by Crackboom! Books
Hush, Little Hero by Annie Bailey
Hush, Little Hero
by Annie Bailey; illustrated by Dawn Lo

This sweet bedtime board book is perfect for any toddler superhero. After all, being a kid is a big--and exhausting--job! Hush, little hero, the day's almost done. A day of adventure, heroics, and fun. Lyrical rhyming text and dynamic illustrations celebrate all those heroic toddlers who leap over buildings of block towers, gather their stuffed-animal sidekicks, and protect the planet!
Super Sloth
by Robert Starling

Never fear, Super Sloth is here to save the day... eventually!
Super Sloth by Robert Starling
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Rhyme of the Week
Superhero Superhero Turn Around
 
Superhero, superhero turn around
Superhero, superhero touch the ground
Superhero, superhero put on your suit
Superhero, superhero put on your boots
Superhero, superhero jump up high
Superhero, superhero fly, fly, fly.
 
Song of the Week 

 
Song: I'm a Superhero
Artist: Mr. Lilo
Album: Singing for a Better World
 
Watch on YouTube Here
Baby Sign Language & Letter of the Week
   Baby Sign Language
HELP
Letter of the Week 
 
 
H h
 
Ask your little one:

What sound does this letter make?
What words start with 'H'?
 
Play I Spy with the letter 'H' as you go about your day! 
 
Looking for More?
Join us for the following story times!
 
Baby Story Time
(Birth–12 mos. with an adult)
9:30-10:15 am
Register for Mondays at Cook Park
Register for Wednesdays at Aspen Drive
 
 
Family Story Time
10:00-10:45 am
Tuesdays at Aspen Drive
Fridays at Cook Park
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Investing in Early Childhood Development
 

 
 New at Cook Park Library: Lovevery Play Boxes
For children 7 mos–age 5 • In-Library Use Only
 
Explore our new Lovevery play boxes — beautifully designed toys backed by child development science and curated to support brain-building play at every stage. Whether your child is learning to grasp, stack, problem-solve, or imagine, there’s a play box tailored to their growth. Ask at the Cook Park Library Youth Services Desk to play during your next visit!
 
 
 
Want more story time?
You can find our past Family, Russian, and Bilingual Story Times on YouTube! 
 
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We would love your feedback!
Please email us any questions, suggestions, or concerns at tnorstrom@cooklib.org.