Looking for a virtual STORY TIME with the author? It’s very unusual for publishers to grant permission to do these kinds of storytimes. It’s their way (and mine too!) of doing something special for families and kiddos at this time when the world is topsy turvy and we are all sheltering in place due to the pandemic. I’m grateful to Sterling Children’s Books for providing this opportunity to share my favorite opera-themed picture book – DIVA DELORES AND THE OPERA HOUSE MOUSE – as part of Sterling Storytime! It’s available for viewing (for a limited time) on their Youtube Page. If you have a copy, grab it now so you can read along with me. Then, get ready to sing and be silly!
Fun little back story: My 15 year-old filmed me reading the book on our front porch and I think she was a little embarrassed at how dramatic I was being. Her embarrassment turned to teen mortification when a passerby applauded after the finale. Delores, however, was delighted!
Extension Activities: Here a couple of links to extension activities to do post-reading. Enjoy!
Diva Delores Coloring Page and Writing Prompt
Feathered Fan: A Read. Discuss. Do! Craft
Teaching Respect with Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse
NOTE: The Sterling Story Time featuring DIVA DELORES AND THE OPERA HOUSE MOUSE, courtesy of Sterling Children’s Books, is no longer available. But the good news is the book is still available at book stores and at your local library. If they don’t have it, you can request it, for which we would be most grateful. Happy reading! =)
Laura Sassi Tales 
What a delightful book, and Laura more than did it justice. I understand about her photographer. I know what 15-year-olds can be like. Terrific book and read.
Aww, thank you! I had fun reading it. =)
Very fun! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the listen. =)
Ooh, that diva! Delores rules 🙂 and so’s your reading
Ahh, thanks! =)
This was completely enjoyable, especially knowing your daughter was probably aghast while filming. 😀 You certainly did a fine job and I love your rhyme for this wonderful story. Congratulations, Laura!
Oh, thank you, Lynn. It was filming it with her.