Storytime Share

Bear Went Over the Mountain

Song: The Bear Went Over the Mountain 

The bear went over the mountain, the bear went over the mountain

The bear went over the mountain, to see what he could see.
And what do you think he saw? And what do you think he saw?
He saw a goat in a boat, he saw a goat in a boat.
He saw a goat in a boat, that is what he saw. Go through the song.

Aside: Rhyming is an important part of phonological awareness. It helps children break down words into smaller sounds and identify similar sounds in different words.
Re-sing the song putting up different felt figures (skunk in a trunk) and allow the children to tell you what they see.

Aside: You can sing this song with any rhyming words. Work together with your child to create another verse. Don’t be afraid to use nonsense words!
Submitted by Erin Rogers, Henrico County (VA) Public Library–Gayton Branch

Blue Sea by Robert Kalan

Read the book. Use the flannel board to retell the story. You put up the pieces and have the participants retell the story as you put up the pieces. You may say a few words to prompt them. Use the handout (attached) as a way for them to retell the story at home.

Adult Aside: Giving your child an aid will help them remember the story and the order. This helps them develop their narrative skills.

Patterns for flannel board pieces  blueseafbpatterns1.doc
Handout for retelling at home blueseaactivhandout.doc
Submitted by Saroj Ghoting