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Helping your Child Cope with the COVID-19 Pandemic
Posted Apr 27, 2020 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Thanks for the suggestion, but this book is not considered children’s fiction. Teens and adults can find the book here: http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM199629&R=199629
Canada 150: Ten Powerful Historical Novels
Historical fiction not only engages the reader, but it teaches them about the world of the past. These titles, for the most part set in Canada, show Canada’s history as a diverse nation and displays how much the country has changed and grown. Although the stories take place years ago, read...
Canada 150: Ten Powerful Historical Novels
Posted Apr 26, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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I've never heard of that one! Thanks for the recommendation - I'll definitely check that one out :)
Happy Pi Day!
What do you get when you cut a Jack O' Lantern by its diameter? Pumpkin Pi! Happy Pi day! Pi Day is celebrated yearly on March 14 because 3, 1 and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. Celebrations around the world vary, but usually they involve the eating, or throwing of pies. Altho...
Thanks for the suggestions! Those sound like great books.
Happy Pi Day!
What do you get when you cut a Jack O' Lantern by its diameter? Pumpkin Pi! Happy Pi day! Pi Day is celebrated yearly on March 14 because 3, 1 and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. Celebrations around the world vary, but usually they involve the eating, or throwing of pies. Altho...
Thanks! What a neat fact!
Happy Pi Day!
What do you get when you cut a Jack O' Lantern by its diameter? Pumpkin Pi! Happy Pi day! Pi Day is celebrated yearly on March 14 because 3, 1 and 4 are the first three significant digits of π. Celebrations around the world vary, but usually they involve the eating, or throwing of pies. Altho...
Happy Pi Day!
Posted Mar 14, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Black History Month: New Children’s Biographies about Remarkable Women
Posted Feb 16, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Thanks Muriel, I hope you have a great time!
God Jul!: Celebrating Swedish Christmas in Toronto
Toronto Star Archives. Nov. 24, 1991, Yuletide ritual. Christina Gemfors, wearing a crown of candles symbolizing the saint of lights, takes part in the Lucia Festival during the Swedish Christmas Fair at Harbourfront. The fair featured Swedish delicacies; Christmas decorations; home-baked good...
God Jul!: Celebrating Swedish Christmas in Toronto
Posted Nov 17, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Calming the Fear: Books about Doctors and Hospitals
Posted Oct 21, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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More than Salad: See You at the Veg Fest!
Posted Sep 9, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Books about Bugs, Insects and Other Creepy Crawlies
Posted Aug 2, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Hear the Buzz? Toronto is Canada's First Bee City
Posted May 18, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Tantrums, Outbursts and Tears -- Stories Every Parent Can Identify With
Posted Apr 7, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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It's Not Just Books...Music for Kids
Posted Mar 2, 2016 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Celebrate Hanukkah with Picture Books
Posted Dec 4, 2015 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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I totally agree :)
Happy Birthday P.D Eastman
To the tree! To the tree! Up the tree! Up the tree! Up they go to the top of the tree. Why? Will they work there? Will they play there? What is up there on top of that tree? A dog party! A big dog Party! P.D. Eastman, Go, Dog. Go! When I was little, the idea of a big party on top of a tree was ...
Happy Birthday P.D Eastman
Posted Nov 25, 2015 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Picture Book Monsters
Posted Oct 30, 2015 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Je vous en prie! Thank you for your comment.
Ou est la bibliothèque? French Resources at Toronto Public Library for Kids
Last night my daughter asked me to name all of the colours in French, and I realized how poor my French skills are. Many Ontario students, like my daughter, are starting French Immersion this year, and I am already learning that it can be a challenge for parents who don’t speak the language. My ...
I'm so glad you found it helpful. Thanks for your comment!
Ou est la bibliothèque? French Resources at Toronto Public Library for Kids
Last night my daughter asked me to name all of the colours in French, and I realized how poor my French skills are. Many Ontario students, like my daughter, are starting French Immersion this year, and I am already learning that it can be a challenge for parents who don’t speak the language. My ...
Please note, I have updated the blog to include some information about French programs at Toronto Public Library: If you are interested in hearing about upcoming programs, you can send an email to programmesenfrancais@torontopubliclibrary.ca to be added to the mailing list.
Ou est la bibliothèque? French Resources at Toronto Public Library for Kids
Last night my daughter asked me to name all of the colours in French, and I realized how poor my French skills are. Many Ontario students, like my daughter, are starting French Immersion this year, and I am already learning that it can be a challenge for parents who don’t speak the language. My ...
Ou est la bibliothèque? French Resources at Toronto Public Library for Kids
Posted Sep 28, 2015 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Fly Guy is an excellent suggestion - thanks Diane!
Beginning Readers for Reluctant Readers
If your child doesn’t like to read on their own, and you have to force them to read the books sent home from school for homework, you are not alone! My daughter loves books, and loves being read to, but when I try to get her to read on her own it’s a struggle. She has absolutely no interest in s...
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