Timeless Tales
Timeless Tales: A Classic Children's Literature Read Aloud
Join us at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center for a magical journey through the world of classic children's literature. This enchanting series is designed for children aged 1-3 and their adult loved ones. Each read aloud is followed by a hands-on activity from sensory bins, retelling activities, and crafts Connect with other families in the community and create lasting memories!
2025 Dates
APRIL
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Friday 11th: "Blueberries for Sal" (1948) by Robert McCloskey - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"Blueberries for Sal" is a charming story about a little girl and a bear cub who unintentionally swap places while gathering blueberries with their mothers on a Maine hillside.
MAY:
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Friday 9th: "Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" (1972) by Judith Viorst - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" humorously follows a young boy's series of misfortunes, reminding readers that bad days happen to everyone.
JUNE:
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Friday 13th: "Goodnight Moon" (1947) by Margaret Wise Brown - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"Goodnight Moon" is a gentle, rhyming bedtime story in which a little bunny says goodnight to the objects and creatures in his cozy room, creating a soothing ritual for winding down.
JULY:
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Friday 11th: "The Napping House" (1984) by Audrey Wood - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"The Napping House" is a cumulative tale about a cozy house where a growing pile of sleepy creatures turns chaotic when one tiny flea disrupts their nap.
AUGUST:
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Friday 8th: "The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear" (1984) by Don Wood - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry, and the Big Hungry Bear" by Don and Audrey Wood is a playful story about a clever little mouse who devises a creative plan to protect his prized strawberry from the ever-looming Big Hungry Bear.
SEPTEMBER:
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Friday 12th: "Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes Sing Along" 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes" is a timeless collection of whimsical and rhythmic verses that have entertained and educated children for generations with their memorable characters and playful language.
OCTOBER:
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Friday 10th "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" (1969) by Eric Carle - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"The Very Hungry Caterpillar" is a colorful and engaging story about a caterpillar's transformation as it eats its way through various foods before finally becoming a beautiful butterfly.
NOVEMBER:
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Friday 14th: "Silly Sally" (1992) by Audrey Wood - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"Silly Sally" by Audrey Wood is a playful story about a woman named Sally who walks upside down and encounters a series of silly characters, including a pig, a clown, and a moose, as she makes her way to town.
DECEMBER:
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Friday 12th "Polar Express" (1985) by Chris Van Allsburg - 9:00am-10:00am - REGISTER
"The Polar Express" is a magical story about a young boy who embarks on a train journey to the North Pole, where he experiences the wonder of Christmas and receives a special gift that reinforces the spirit of belief.
Timeless Tales is proudly presented by Middle Tennessee Electric!

Have additional questions?
For additional information about our Timeless Tales program or if wanting to reserve your spot, please reach out to Rebekah Rush, our Director of Education!
Phone: 615-591-8500 ext. 128
Email: rrush@williamsonheritage.org