According to recent research, the best way to make new connections in a child's brain is by building on something already known. A child who loves a book will listen to it repeatedly, maintaining interest. Using a selected book in a number of consecutive preschool storytimes, but presenting it differently each time, can help children learn new skill sets. This book presents a new approach to storytime, one that employs repetition with variety to create an experience which helps children connect and engage with the story on a higher level. Contents: An overview of preschool storytime -- The nitty gritty: a step-by-step guide for organizing a storytime -- Series 1. The three bears by Paul Galdone -- Series 2. The princess and the pea by H.C. Andersen, adapted and illustrated by Janet Stevens -- Series 3. I ain't gonna paint no more by Karen Beaumont -- Series 4. Buz by Richard Egielski -- Series 5. Muncha! muncha! muncha! by Candace Fleming, illustrated by G. Brian Karas -- Series 6. Duck soup.