Story Time at BEHM was developed to create an opportunity for even the youngest visitor to build a sense of community, participate in age appropriate learning and creative artmaking-- we read stories, create thematic projects and enjoy a healthy snack together. Story Time at the Blanche Ely House Museum - aims to build a love of reading and storytelling while celebrating cultural heritage and a sense of community.
Book: Diabetes Helpers by Jalanah Deroze and Dr. Phyllisa Smith Deroze
If you're looking for a kid-friendly way to discuss diabetes, this book is for you. Readers follow three characters, Jalanah, Grace, and Antonio, as they show the small ways they help their loved ones.
Author will have book available on-site for sale!
Book: Zuki and the Oh So Amazing Band From Outer Space
Journey with Zuki on her discovery and adventure experiencing an HBCU band for the very first time. This experience takes the readers on a fantasy-filled journey of what it feels like, sounds like, and looks like to be immersed into the culture of a Historically Black College/ University band. The reader learns a glimpse about HBCU's and what they represent.
For January's Dragon Dance story by Joan Holub we created Paper Plate Dragon Twirler, see the link below to create your own.