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Storyteling Virtual Gallery

Visit the Adult Storytelling Virtual Gallery

Storytelling

Library Programs | Library Online Resources
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If you are viewing this page from home, you will need your Orange County resident library card to use some of the resources.

Storytelling is Fun!

Make stories come to life like this tale Old Sally Cato, told by one of our storytellers.

But the fun doesn't stop there! Watch this OCLS Storyteller's purrfect story Why Cats and Dogs Aren't Friends.

Or find out what happens when a wish comes true, The Birthday Wish, as told by an OCLS Storyteller.

You can find even more stories in our storytelling videos!

Now it's your turn to tell a story. Use this Virtual Gallery to learn more about storytelling and don't forget to stop by the Library for our story times.

Library Programs

Cuentame un Cuento/Tell Me a Story: Bilingual Stories and Fun! »
Multiple locations and dates

Venga y disfruten de cuentos bilingues y actividades de arte para niños. Come enjoy bilingual stories and crafts for children. The Library provides an interactive story time in English and Spanish suitable for speakers of either or both languages. Programs are designed for ages 3 and up, and the whole family is welcome! For locations and times call 407.835.7323.

PAWS to Read »
Multiple locations and dates

Sign up to practice your reading skills by reading aloud to a loveable, furry listener. Be An Angel Therapy Dogs Ministry presents this reading program for children with certified therapy dogs. Seating is limited, call today to reserve your spot 407.835.7323.

Story Programs »
Multiple locations and dates

The Library has story times for children from birth all the way up to school age. Check out story time hours and locations on the Upcoming Programs section of KidsConnect.

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Library Online Resources

Books on the Web »

Take a look at the amazing world of books online. Check out some of our favorite links when you're looking for stories on the web.

Early World of Learning - for Preschoolers and Children »

Welcome to reading, read-alouds and read-alongs for kids at all reading levels. Classic stories are also available at the story corner. Use this database to help young learners build vocabulary and reading fluency.

Junior Edition - K12 »

Want to learn more about storytelling? Find periodicals and articles all about storytelling with this resource.

OCLS Podcasts & RSS »

Kids, enjoy listening to our storytellers share their favorite tales. Teens, listen to upcoming program information and highlights of some of the many great activities the Library has for teens.

Storytelling - OCLS Videos »

Watch new stories! Sit in on a story by one of our very own OCLS storytellers.

Tumblebooks »

Read along with these favored children's story books. Available in English and Spanish.

Tumblereadables »

This online book collection features chapter books, early readers, YA/Teen novels, high interest/low level books for both middle school and high school students, plus classics of American and English literature.

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Mobile

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ICDL- Free Books for Children - International Children's
Digital Library

The International Children's Digital Library brings a worldwide collection of free children's books to the iPad.
iTunes | Website

Toy Story Read-Along

This free app for your iPad gives kids the chance to read-along with their favorite Toy Story pals.
iTunes | Website

TumbleBooksToGo: Subway Ride

For just $1.99, enjoy this story of kids on the go, when Tumblebooks goes mobile.
iTunes | Website

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Library Materials

Books for Storytelling »

Find great stories to tell and retell. Spend some time with these books and learn about the ancient tradition of storytelling.

Cuentame un Cuento Reading List »

Bilingual reading fun! Check out these books recommended by our OCLS Cuentame un Cuento storytellers.

Juvenile Story Collection »

Take a peek at our story collection for kids. There's something for everyone!

Multicultural Tales »

Books bring cultural stories to life. Visit faraway lands with stories from around the world.

Storytelling DVDs »

Enjoy watching great stories! The Library offers storytelling DVDs that have a family friendly appeal.

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Websites

Digital Booktalk »

Check it out! Teens just like you are making their own digital booktalks. Could you be the next Digital Booktalk star?

Storytelling Workshop with Gerald Fierst »

Get to know storyteller Gerald Fierst. Share in the magic of creating and telling stories with our voices and bodies through this online workshop brought to you by Scholastic Teaching Resources.

Storyline Online »

Storyline Online is an innovative website featuring well-known actors reading quality children's picture books aloud.

Youthful Voices: Resources »

Explore these storytelling resources from the Florida Storytelling Association, an organization that's expanding the art of storytelling.

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