"Story time with the book lady"

Ash flat library

• Located in Ash Flat, AR, population 1,150
• Functions primarily on volunteers & donations
• Great source of pride for the community
• 1 year anniversary of opening in August 2013

Popular programs

• Ash Flat Library Kids Art Club
• Family Fun Nights
• Summer Reading Program
• Various historical symposiums
• *Story Time with the Book Lady*

"story time" overview

• Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month.
• Approximately 1 hour in length based on participation
• Target audience: young children
• Book Lady reads  pre-selected book & wears related hat  
• Participants then choose book from shelf for her to read

Brightly colored & very inviting children's area

Wormie

participant quotes

• "I like listening to the lady." -Jennifer, age 6
• "You get to read books in your head." Joseph, age4
• "That was so fun! When can we go back?" Chloe, age 4

parent statements

• "My kids love her funny hats & costumes."
• "I've been bringing them for a couple of months."
• "They love the program & enjoy reading."
• "I bring them because they learn."
• -Zipporah, parent of Jennifer & Joseph

suggestions

• There were no take away items.
• I might include one of the following:
• Coloring/activity page related to the book -OR-
• Simple craft related to the book

Reflection

• Excellent program
• Well organized & promoted
• Book Lady made children feel special.
• Children seemed excited about program.
• I will take my child to this event again!