MSO Storytime | "The Whatifs" by Emily Kilgore

Name: MSO Storytime | "The Whatifs" by Emily Kilgore
Start: 2024-10-18T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Washington County Free Library

Schedule

Fri Oct 18 2024 at 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Washington County Free Library | Hagerstown, MD

Join us on Friday, October 18th, at 11:00 AM at the Washington County Free Library in downtown Hagerstown for a fun storytime event. We'll be reading "The Whatifs" by Emily Kilgore. Our special musical guest for this event will be Tony Nalker, pianist with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, performing original music to accompany the story.
This program is a collaborative effort between the Washington County Free Library and the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, with generous support from the Washington County Arts Council and the Mary K. Bowman Fund for Historical and Fine Arts, a fund of the Community Foundation of Washington County. Additional funding is provided by the Maryland State Arts Council and The Albert E. & Naomi B. Sinnisen Foundation. Tailored for Pre-K and Kindergarten children, the program offers a captivating day of rhythmic exploration, music, and storytelling designed to create lasting memories.
Mark your calendar and join us for this one-of-a-kind event that combines the magic of literature and the mesmerizing world of percussion. Admission is free, and we can't wait to share this rhythmic adventure with you and your little ones. See you there on October 18th!
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About the Book:
"Persico's atmospheric illustrations aptly reflect Cora's shifting emotions, and Kilgore successfully balances the whimsical with a tale grounded in reality." -Publishers Weekly
"Cora and her Whatifs have a charming appeal beyond their focus on tackling anxious thoughts, making an enjoyable read-aloud for wide audiences. . . . A thoroughly welcome addition to growing collections of socio-emotional development materials." -Kirkus Reviews
Cora is struggling with her Whatif questions ahead of a big piano recital in this timely picture book about overcoming anxiety.
What if my dog runs away?
What if I forget my homework?
What if the sun stops shining?
What if my crayon breaks?
Cora is constantly worrying about everything. Because of this, the Whatifs love her. They sneak up to her and give her all kinds of doubts: big or small, silly or frightening, likely or impossible. As she prepares for an upcoming piano recital, the Whatifs cling on tighter and drag her down, making her anxious about messing up during the concert. Will she be able to change her worry-filled thoughts into hopeful ones?