Quaker Storytime

First Day 10-10:30am on the Meeting Zoom.​  Click here to join.

March 6th

Anne Nydam will read Desmond and the Very Mean Word: A Story of Forgiveness by Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams  Illustrated by A.G. Ford

​Based on a true story from Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s childhood in South Africa, Desmond and the Very Mean Word reveals the power of words and the secret of forgiveness.

When Desmond takes his new bicycle out for a ride through his neighborhood, his pride and joy turn to hurt and anger when a group of boys shout a very mean word at him. He first responds by shouting an insult, but soon discovers that fighting back with mean words doesn’t make him feel any better. With the help of kindly Father Trevor, Desmond comes to understand his conflicted feelings and see that all people deserve compassion, whether or not they say they are sorry. Brought to vivid life in A. G. Ford’s energetic illustrations, this heartfelt, relatable story conveys timeless wisdom about how to handle bullying and angry feelings, while seeing the good in everyone.

March 20th

Jerry Carson will read Manjhi Moves a Mountain by Nancy Churnin and Danny Popovici.

​Dashrath Manjhi used a hammer and chisel, grit, determination, and twenty years to carve a path through the mountain separating his poor village from the nearby village with schools, markets, and a hospital. Manjhi Moves a Mountain shows how everyone can make a difference if their heart is big enough.

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April 3rd

Jerry Carson will read Loretta's Gift by Pat Zietlow Miller; Illustrated by Alea Marley

​Loretta and her parents are so excited that Aunt Esme and Uncle Jax are having a baby! When Gabe arrives, Loretta thinks he is the best baby on the block! Everyone showers him with gifts, but Loretta doesn't know what to give. Can she think of the perfect gift for her baby cousin?

May 1st

Chelle Riendeau will read Change Sings: A Children's Anthem by Amanda Gorman; Illustrated by Loren Long

​In this stirring, much-anticipated picture book by presidential inaugural poet and activist Amanda Gorman, anything is possible when our voices join together. As a young girl leads a cast of characters on a musical journey, they learn that they have the power to make changes—big or small—in the world, in their communities, and in most importantly, in themselves

May 15th

Chris Arico-Muendel will read The Butter Battle Book by Dr Seuss

The Butter Battle Book, Dr. Seuss's classic cautionary tale, introduces readers to the important lesson of respecting differences. The Yooks and Zooks share a love of buttered bread, but animosity brews between the two groups because they prefer to enjoy the tasty treat differently. The timeless and topical rhyming text is an ideal way to teach young children about the issues of tolerance and respect. Whether in the home or in the classroom, The Butter Battle Book is a must-have for readers of all ages.

June 5th

Jerry Carson will read Miss Rumphius by Barbara Cooney

​Miss Rumphius explores one child's journey in learning how to make the world more beautiful. Miss Rumphius's grandfather tells her to make the world more beautiful. She has difficulty coming up with a way to do this until she plants lupines and the wind carries the seeds.