Early childhood educators, librarians, and care providers of children ages 0-7: Please join Newton Public Library for this KDHE-approved, FREE workshop! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; click here.

Jim Gill is known as an award-winning musician and author. He has produced ten recordings of music play for young children which have received awards from the American Library Association and the Parents’ Choice Foundation. He is the author of two picture books for young children. Jim is also a child development specialist with a Master’s Degree from the Erikson Institute of Chicago.

In this energizing session Jim shares examples of his award-winning songs and musical books that combine opportunities for active movement with word play and rhymes. Teachers, librarians and care providers will appreciate the finger plays and singable songs that they can share with children immediately after the workshop.