Learn Together

Stories featuring rhythm, rhyming, and repetition support language and literacy skills. Plus, repeated words or phrases in a story provide opportunities for children to participate in the reading once a story becomes familiar.

Materials

  • Computer, tablet, or phone to watch the video
  • A comfortable place to sit together

Imagine Together

Join CNN’s Kate Bolduan, as she reads her favorite story Llama Llama Red Pajama, written by Anna Dewdney.

Llama Llama’s tale of nighttime drama makes an ideal story for bedtime reading. Anna Dewdney’s rhyming text and expressive illustrations appeal to the youngest readers. Children will relate to Baby Llama’s need for comfort, as much as parents will appreciate Mama Llama’s reassuring message.

Did you enjoy today’s special storytime Saturday? Continue reading together with CMOM’s All the Way to K and Beyond book list or CMOM’s recommended books on race and racism that helps promote important conversations, especially for young children.