Storytime Kits
Each kit contains combination of books, CDs, puppets, props and more to accompany any of your programming. We have a wide selection of storytime kits for every season, occasion, and topic. *Please note that all pictures shown are for illustration purposes only. Actual kit contents may vary due to availability. If you have any questions about kit contents, please email kits@yrl.ab.ca.
All About Me Storytime Kit
Prepare for a loud, interactive storytime! From When you're happy and you know it to Heads, shoulders, knees, and toes there is something for all ages in this well-rounded kit about learning to love yourself.
Includes: books, CD, props
Animal Tales: On Safari Storytime Kit
Lions, leopards and lemurs, we're going on a safari! Enjoy stories and puppets featuring exotic animals from other continents.
Includes: books, props
Animal Tales: Zoo Storytime Kit
I spy with my little eye something that is brown! Could it be a money or an antelope? Maybe a beaver? Go on some wild animal adventures in the zoo with this fun interactive kit.
Includes: books, props
Bears Storytime Kit
We're going on a bear hunt, we're not afraid! This kit contains stories about all types of bears from teddy to polar. Perfect for a teddy bear's picnic program!
Includes: books, props
Bedtime Storytime Kit
Ssshhhhh, it's time for bed! This kit is great for pyjama storytimes or evening programs. The songs, rhymes and stories will be sure to tucker out little ones.
Includes: books, props
Birds Storytime Kit
Tweet, quack and chirp your way through a fun-filled storytime full of birds of all shapes and sizes. Classics such as Duck in a Truck and new favourites like Grumpy Bird are included.
Includes: books, props
Christmas Storytime Kits (A, B, C, D, E)
These kits contain a set of traditional a contemporary Christmas stories. Use the bells provided for musical accompaniment while you sing Christmas carols during storytime.
Includes: books, props
Creepy Crawlers Storytime Kit
Explore the world of bugs and insects all year round with books and puppets that appeal to a wide age range.
Includes: books, book with plushies, props, puzzle
Dinosaur Storytime Kit
RAWR means hello to a dinosaur. Boys and girls will be delighted with the variety of stories and information about these prehistoric beasts. Playtime is a bonus with the assortment of toy dinosaurs.
Includes: books, props
Early Literacy Baby Storytime Kits (A, B)
Bounce, sing and learn with baby. These interactive kits boast a parachute, scarves, music CDs and a plethora of rhymes that will delight babies and parents.
Includes: books, CDs, props
Early Literacy Toddler Storytime Kits (A, B, C)
Sing, dance, play and have fun with children aged 18 months and older. You will find a variety of concept books, songs, rhymes, instruments and ideas to keep toddlers and their parents engaged during storytime.
Includes: books, CD, props
Earth Storytime Kit
Explore our precious planet with stories and information about Earth. This kit is appropriate for school-aged children and includes activity books with crafts.
Includes: books, CDs
Exotic Pets Storytime Kit
Wanna iguana? Use your imagination to discover how helpful an alligator can be or how an elephant fits into a house. Laughs are guaranteed with fantastic tales and curious puppets.
Includes: books, props
Fairytale Storytime Kit
Fractured, fun and traditional stories are included in this charming kit, stocked full of a variety of puppets that will bring your favourite characters to life!
Includes: books, CD, props
Fall Storytime Kits (A, B, C, D)
These kits contain books, puppets and resources on the fall season, including Thanksgiving and Halloween.
Includes: books, props
Families Storytime Kit (A, B)
The variety of books in these kits show the love between kids and parents, kids and grandparents, as well as the challenges between siblings, and the arrival and departure of family members.
Includes: books, CDs, props
Fantasy, Monsters and Magic Storytime Kit
Dragons, monsters, wizards and wild things can barely be contained in this kit that will take your imagination to far away places. Use these stories and props to create an enchanting make-believe program.
Includes: books, props
Feelings Storytime Kit
Happy, sad, worried, scared or excited, this kit is perfect for storytime. Kids will enjoy the bright illustrations and humour in these stories about how to deal with emotions.
Includes: books, props
Folktales Storytime Kit
Traditional folktales from all over the world make this a great year-round kit. Fantastic puppets help kids engage with these classic stories.
Includes: books, props
Food Stories Storytime Kit
What happens if you lose your rubber ducky in a chocolate factory or if you give a moose a muffin? Check out these stories and more in this kit that will be sure to make your storytime participants hungry. Snacks not included.
Includes: books, props
Friends Storytime Kit
Copycats, best buddies, unlikely companions and more! Make some new pals with this kit exploring all aspects of friendship.
Includes: books, props
Love Your Library Storytime Kit
Maisy, Corduroy, Mr. Wiggle and Dragon all love their library! Read stories about visiting the library, how it works and what you can find there. Follow up this storytime with a tour or a scavenger hunt!
Includes: books, CD, props
Mouse Tales Storytime Kit
Are you ready for a few stories featuring adorable mice? Or interacting with a nursery rhyme or two? Or maybe a puppet show where mice are the stars! This kit will make you go AWWW while you're having a little fun!
Includes: books, props
Nursery Rhymes & Mother Goose Storytime Kit
One, two, buckle my shoe: three, four, read some more! This delightful kit supplies all your favourite nursery rhymes plus puppets to bring the verses to life.
Includes: books, CD, props
On the Farm Storytime Kit
Laugh, sing and image the unique personality of farm animals. A large number of puppets will delight kids and adults alike and allow everyone to participate in the program.
Includes: books, props
Pets Storytime Kit
Have a tail-wagging, whisker-twitching good time with this kit full of dogs and cats. Parents be forewarned, children may want a pet after hearing these wonderful stories.
Includes: books, CDs, props
School Storytime Kits (A, B)
School is cool! These stories are great for kids before they enter school or for children in early grades. Learning aides such as letters, colours, shapes and sounds are included.
Includes: books, props
Space Storytime Kit
Take off into space and have an out-of-this world adventure. You will explore the stars, planets and galaxy with this exciting kit. Blast off!
Includes: books, prop
Spring Storytime Kits (A, B)
These kits contain everything you need to rid your library of the winter blahs and welcome spring! Included are Easter books, craft ideas and more.
Includes: books, CD, props
Spring: Duck & Frog Storytime Kit
Ribbit, ribbit, quack! Read all of your favourite stories featuring Finklehopper frog, wide-mouthed frog and five little ducks. Use this with a Spring Kit for a series of programs to welcome this blossoming season.
Includes: books, CD, props
Spring: Things That Grow Storytime Kit
Use this kit at the start of growing season to inspire your participants to help in the garden this summer. Pair these stories with a bean seed growing activity so the kids can watch it mature all summer long.
Includes: books, props
Stories in Song & Rhyme Storytime Kit
Explore the sound and rhythm of music. With many singable or rhymable books and an assortment of musical instruments, this kit will have your library rocking. No shushing allowed!
Includes: books, CDs, props
Things That Go Storytime Kit
Beep, beep, vroom! These kits contain books about everything that goes: planes, trains, cars and bikes. Great to use with groups of kids who can't sit still!
Includes: books, props
Under the Big Top Storytime Kit
Come one, come all to an amazing circus extravaganza! This production includes all your favourite animal puppets and features a horde of entertaining stories.
Includes: books, props
Under the Sea Storytime Kits (A,B)
One fish, two fish, pout pout fish! Children will dive in to explore the underwater world with these interactive kits full of marine puppets and a giant floor puzzle.
Includes: books, props
When I Grow Up Storytime Kit
What do you want to be when you grow up? A fireman, a pilot or maybe a librarian? Learn about people working in different careers with these enjoyable stories. A large selection of community helper puppets is provided.
Includes: books, props
Wicked Weather
This is not your average rainy day kit. With stories and information books about weather, this kit is useful for a group of older storytime participants, a summer reading club program or a school group.
Includes: books, props
Wild Wild West Storytime Kit
Yee-haw! Take a ride out to the Wild West with stories and puppets in this rowdy kit.
Includes: books, props
Winter Storytime Kits (A, B, C)
Cozy up inside the library to listen to tales of snow and winter. Puppets, craft ideas and a variety of stories are included in each kit to bring some enjoyment through the cold months. Hot chocolate after the program is a must!
Includes: books, CD, props, puppets
Winter Wonderland Storytime Kit
Brrrrrr! This kit is perfect for storytime in front of the fireplace. Enjoy winter tales with these furry friends: puffin, penguin, wolf and bear.
Includes: books, props, puppets
Wordless Picture Books Storytime Kit
Put a twist on storytime - encourage kids to tell the story based on what's happening in the pictures. This kit is great for all ages because the stories can be adapted for younger or older audiences.
Includes: books, props