The Bookworm is a monthly publication of the My First Books program. This early literacy newsletter is sent home to the parents of children receiving My First Books each month, and contains age-appropriate literacy information and activities. It can also be distributed by school and public librarians to parents at storytimes and library events. Teachers and caregivers may also distribute this resource. Each Bookworm contains:
- Early literacy skills information
- Book recommendations
- Activities for parents to try at home
- Poems, songs, fingerplays, rhymes
- Technology links
- Library resources
Focus: Early Literacy and Classics
October 2024
The Bookworm is back for the 2024-2025 program year! Each month we focus on a different early literacy skill and feature great books to look for at your local library. We also share rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and other fun activities you can try at home.
Babies and Toddlers: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle – English / Español
Preschool: Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak – English / Español
The Bookworm is published monthly for each of three age levels: Infants/Toddlers (ages 0-2); Preschool (ages 3-5); and Kindergarten (ages 5-6). If you would like to subscribe to The Bookworm you will receive each month’s issue(s) by email.
Permission: You may download, print and distribute Read to Me’s The Bookworm for educational purposes.