National Simultaneous Storytime

What is National Simultaneous Storytime?

National Simultaneous Storytime is held in Australia where children across the country read or listen to the same book at the same time. This day aims to promote reading and storytelling among children. 

When is National Simultaneous Storytime?

Wednesday, May 22

Activities:

• Interactive Storytelling: Choose the selected picture book for National Simultaneous Storytime and plan an interactive storytelling session
• Craft Activities: Extend the story time experience with craft activities inspired by the selected picture book. Provide materials such as paper, crayons, markers, glue, scissors, and craft supplies related to the story's themes or characters.
• Dramatic Play: Set up a dramatic play area where children can reenact scenes from the selected picture book. Provide costumes, props, and storytelling props such as puppets or story stones to inspire imaginative play.
• Community Engagement: Foster connections with the broader community by inviting families and community members to participate in National Simultaneous Storytime activities. Invite parents, grandparents, or local storytellers to join the childcare centre for a special story time session where they can read the selected picture book aloud to the children