Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad
Whether he's making wreaths, eating gingerbread cookies, or putting the star on the top of the tree, parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story starring Little Critter. Today on Story Time with Darlene, listen to the story “Merry Christmas, Mom and...
Old Mrs. Moptier
A zany old lady and her spirited dog share a hilarious and eventful day. Today on Story Time with Darlene, listen to the story Old Mrs. Moptier written and illustrated by James Young. Follow along here.
The Little Green Dragon Steps Out
Anna's little green dragon comes out of his picture book and plays around her room during the night, but was it just a dream? Today on Story Time with Darlene, listen to the story “The Little Green Dragon Steps Out’ written and illustrated by Klaus Baumgart. Follow...
Senior Book Break November 2023
Subject: Australia and New Zealand In A Sunburned Country by Bill Bryson One of America’s premier humorous writers looks down under. Eighty percent of flora and fauna of this island continent are not located naturally any other place on earth. He reports that this...
Thanks for Thanksgiving
Everyone knows that Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks—the question is, where to begin? From the turkey on the table to warm, cozy cuddles, life is full of small things and bigger pleasures. But what's most important is being able to share them with family. Today...
Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach
Pete the Cat is one groovy cat at finding shells and building sandcastles at the beach. But when it gets too hot, there’s only one way to cool off—jump into the ocean! Except Pete might be a scaredy-cat when it comes to the water. Today on Story Time with Darlene,...
Senior Book Break October 2023
Senior Book Break October 10, 2023 Subject: Memoirs Books: A Memoir by Larry McMurtry Mr. McMurtry was born in 1936 and grew up without books until a cousin gave him his ‘library’ of 19 books when he enlisted in the military. He began buying books to read and went on...
Horses Change Coats
Horses are amazing. One interesting thing about them is how they adapt to the weather. This change in the amount of daylight causes horses to grow thick hair to prepare for cold weather or shed the heavy coat to be ready for the hot summer. Today on Story Time with...
The Halloween Cat
Dora the Explorer and Boots find a lost cat on Halloween. Will they get the cat home in time for the big Halloween party? Today on Story Time with Darlene, listen to the story "The Halloween Cat!" written by Christine Ricci. Follow along here.
Dolphin’s Big Leap
Little Dolphin lives under the sea with a family of other dolphins who jump and swim around, but he lacks the courage to jump as other dolphins do. He finds his courage when he wants to impress a child he sees on a boat. Today on Story Time with Darlene, listen...