Story Times
Children: Infant - 5 years
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Fall 2008 |
 Story Time for Infants – Age 5 is offered in two different
formats:
- Age-specific in small groups, infant - 5 years.
Individual registration for each session. Programs
held in the Helen Gale Story Room.
- Multi-Age in large groups, infants - 5 years with
adult. Offered on a drop-in basis by showing your
St. Charles Library card at the Meeting Room
door.
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| MULTI-AGE STORY TIME - Infant-Age 5 with Parent/Caregiver |
 Infant – Age 5 with Parent/Caregiver
In the Meeting Room. Enter by the ASK ME Desk.
Tuesdays, 9:30–10 am
September 16 – November 18
No stories October 14 due to Used Book Sale set-up
Wednesdays, 9:30–10 am
September 17 – November 19
No stories October 15 due to Used Book Sale set-up
Storytellers will present stories and songs that will tickle, delight, and amuse. Children and adults attend together. Door opens 5 minutes before
program begins. Open attendance: Show your St. Charles Library card at the
door. Children who are registered in an age-specific Story Time also may attend
Multi-Age each week. |
| INFANTS with Parent/Caregiver |
A very special time to brighten baby’s beginning.
Mondays, 9:30–10 am
Session A: September 15 – October 13
Session B: October 20 – November 17
See registration procedures. |
| 1 YEAR OLD with Parent/Caregiver |
This Story Time is the next step.
Mondays, 10:30–11 am
Session A: September 15 – October 13
Session B: October 20 – November 17
Thursdays, 9:30–10 am
Session A: September 18 – October 16
Session B: October 23 – November 20
See registration procedures. |
| 2 Year Old with Parent/
Caregiver |
Tuesdays, 9:30–10 am
Session A: September 16 – October 14
Session B: October 21 – November 18
Wednesdays, 10:30–11 am
Session A: September 17 – October 15
Session B: October 22 – November 19
See Registration Procedures. |
| Three & Four Year Olds |
Tuesdays, 9:30–10 am
Session A: September 16 – October 14
Session B: October 21 – November 18
Wednesdays, 10:30–11 am
Session A: September 17 – October 15
Session B: October 22 – November 19
 This Story Time fosters a love of books and reading and develops good
listening skills. To encourage the child’s self-reliance, we ask that the child be
comfortable attending the program alone.
See Registration Procedures |
| Four & Five Year Olds |
Tuesdays, 1:30–2:10 pm
Session A: September 16 – October 14
Session B: October 21 – November 18
This Story Time will inform, delight, and stimulate on a higher level the
listening and motor skills of a more mature child who has had previous group
experience. This group meets for 40 minutes.
See registration procedures. |
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| Three, Four & Five Year Olds |
Mondays, 7–7:30 pm
Session A: September 15 – October 13
Session B: October 20 – November 17
This Story Time is especially for children unable to attend during
the day. Children, ages 3-5 years of age, attend the program alone.
See registration procedures. |
| Family Story Time - Infant–Grade 1 with Parent |
7–7:45 pm
Wednesday, September 24 ~ Monkey See, Monkey Do
Wednesday, October 22 ~ Favorite Tales – A Little Bit of
This and That
Tuesday, November 18 ~ In, Out, Up, Down, Over
and Under
Monday, December 29 ~ A King, Queen, Prince and
Princess, Too
 An evening of stories and more for families with
young children. Each month will feature stories on
a different theme. Come dressed in your favorite
pajamas and bring along your blanket or a stuffed
toy. Register for one or all.
See registration procedures. |
| Book Character Visit |
 For Families
11–11:45 am
Friday, September 12
Biscuit the Dog
Friday, November 7
Pancake Pig
 Come for a story and a visit with Biscuit the
Dog and/or Pancake Pig. Bring your camera.
In partnership with Barnes & Noble of
Geneva. Books may be available for sale.
Families outside the Library District: Register beginning
9/11 for Biscuit and 10/24 for Pancake Pig.
See registration procedures. |
| Stories at the Nature Center |
Infant – 5 years with Parent/Caregiver
Fridays, 10:30–11 am
September 19 OR September 26
October 17 OR October 24
Walk down the path to the Nature Center
at Tekakwitha Woods for stories. After the
program, explore the Nature Center, walk the
trails, and enjoy nature at its best. Cosponsored
with the Kane County Forest Preserve.
Maps available at the ASK ME Desk and
on our web site. To accommodate as many
families as possible, a family may register for
only one date per month.
Map of Tekakwitha Woods
Families outside the Library District: Register with
the Forest Preserve at 847-741-8350, ext. 10.
See registration procedures. |
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| Parents and Caregivers can help . . . |
To make Story Time a positive, beneficial, and enjoyable experience for all, we offer the following suggestions:
 Arrive early so your child has an opportunity to settle in and prepare for the quiet atmosphere of Story Time. At the conclusion of the program, be at the door to pick up your child, ages 3-5. - Doors will open 5 minutes before the program begins. Leave all coats and boots in the lobby or by the Story Room.
- Be on time. Programs will begin and end promptly. If the door is closed when you arrive, please WAIT. The Storyteller will open the door and greet you.
- Parents and Caregivers should be role models for their children’s behavior in the Library. Review
the “Keeping Safe in the Library” brochure with
your child/children.
- Each child reacts uniquely to new experiences. Some children, ages 3-5, may be unsure about being independent. You may want to consider Multi-Age Story Time where you also attend.
- If your child does not want to come, or participate, please do not force him/her. If this happens, call and consult with the storyteller.
Please call Youth Services at 630-584-9390 when your child is unable to attend.
In the event that your child misses two consecutive programs and we receive no notification, we will assume that your child is no longer able to attend.
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| Story Time Registration Procedures |
Saturday, September 6 – In-person and online program
registration begins
Tuesday, September 9 – Telephone program registration begins
- Child’s name, phone number, and birth date are
required at registration.
- A child must be the correct age by the second date
of the program for which he/she is registered.
- Infant: birth through 11 months
- One Year Old: 12–23 months
- Story Time: 2–5 years (not in Kindergarten)
- A child may be registered for only one agespecific
time slot in either Session A or Session B.
- Siblings may attend the Infant, One, and Two Year
Old Story Times. Each child must be registered. Participation is limited to registered children and
parent/caregiver. An adult may bring no more
than two children. Ask about accommodations for
twins or triplets and their siblings.
- Registration for each time slot remains open until
program fills. Sorry, no waiting lists.
Three Ways to Register for Programs
We offer in person, online, and telephone registration. A St. Charles Library card is
required. Registration is on a first come basis and continues until all openings have
been filled. Registration forms available at the ASK ME Desk or online. Details at
the ASK ME Desk or by phone at 630-584-9390.
- IN PERSON - Register everyone in your family with one Library card and
a completed registration form at the ASK ME Desk beginning Saturday, September 6.
- ONLINE – Register members of your family with each person’s individual
Library card via the Library’s web site beginning
Saturday, September 6.
- TELEPHONE – Register everyone in your family with one Library card by calling the ASK
ME Desk Staff at 630-584-9390 beginning Tuesday, September 9.
To apply for or renew library cards: two pieces of identification, one with name and
current address, are required of the adult applying for a personal card or cards for
their children under 18. Please check the expiration date on your Library card to be
sure it is current. Staff will be glad to assist you at the Circulation Desk. |
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