Storywalks - a tool available for you from Fort Vancouver Regional Library

Guest post from Kelsey Hudson, Outreach & Program Coordinator for Youth, Fort Vancouver Regional Library

For years now, the Fort Vancouver Regional Library has enjoyed sharing StoryWalks each summer, offering a unique blend of outdoor fun and literacy for families. But what exactly is a StoryWalk?

A StoryWalk is an innovative way to get people of all ages moving, reading, and talking together outside as they explore a children’s picture book. Pages from a book are transformed into signs that are placed along a trail or walking path, inviting children and families to follow the path and immerse themselves in the story as they walk.

Each StoryWalk title is carefully assembled on 15-18 yard signs, with the pages laminated to help withstand some of the elements. Whether in a park, school grounds, or community space, StoryWalks provide an engaging and educational experience, making them perfect for a variety of locations.

We’ve regularly shared these near our libraries, at community events, and parks, and would love to share them with some of our community partners. If you’re interested in borrowing a StoryWalk for a couple of weeks to bring the joy of reading in nature to your community, email Kelsey Hudson at programsvc@fvrl.org for more information and availability.

Current Titles

●       Social Emotional Learning

○        Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall

○        Snail Crossing by Corey Tabor

○        Norman Didn't Do It (Yes He Did) by Ryan Higgins

○        What if, Pig? by Linzie Hunter

●       Nature/STEM Connection

○        Bear Came Along by Richard Morris

○        The Nature Journal (A Backyard Adventure) by Savannah Allen

○        Señorita Mariposa by Mister G (Bilingual Spanish/English)

○        I Hear You, Forest by Kallie George

○        What Do You Do With a Tail Like This? By Steve Jenkins & Robin Page

○        Once, a Bird by Rina Singh and Nathalie Dion (Wordless book with Bilingual Spanish/English prompts and signage)

○        We All Play/Kimêtawânaw by Julie Flett (Bilingual Cree/English)

●       Classics and Award Winners

○        StrollerCoaster by Matt Ringler, Raul the Third, and Elaine Bay

○        Charlie Needs a Cloak by Tomie DePaola

○        My City Speaks by Darren Lebeuf

The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Reach out to Kelsey if you’re interested in adding StoryWalks to your site!