Your child will probably have a lot of fun at the same time. Sometimes your child might enjoy these activities more than reading. You and your child might like to make up your own stories or share family stories. Your child will learn words and develop language skills from the songs, stories and conversations you share together.

With SLIL 600 in regards to professional development and lifelong learning, I think the number one most important skill I’ve learned and am able to walk away from the SLIS program is the overall lesson that comes with being a librarian. At the core of a librarian once must remember that despite all of the duties that entail the profession it still comes down to a passion and appreciation for books and enjoying that same passion and appreciation with those who come through the library’s doors to venture into a world of storytelling that momentarily takes them out of reality. It’s key and important to be able to connect the stories with the patrons, especially the young ones. They’ll see that you have a passion for it and gradually grow to have one of their own. In my humble opinion story time is an art form almost reminiscent of acting. It’s not so much about reading the words to the children, it’s also about bringing the words to life, giving every syllable an action and movement that’s guaranteed to keep the children’s attention. This not only gives the child enjoyment and catches their attention, but it also opens the flood gates for them to want to have a strong desire to read on their own as well.