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2020 Forest of Reading brings Author Nominees to You!
Posted May 14, 2020 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Summer Wonder: Creativity Challenges & Fascinating Facts
Posted Aug 15, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Dial-a-Story
Posted Jun 11, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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March Break 2019: Free Programs for Kids
Posted Mar 4, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Thanks, Katherine. On Sunday, November 11 at sunset, bells across Canada will ring 100 times to commemorate 100 years since the end of the First World War. In Toronto, these Bells of Peace will ring at 4:56 p.m.
https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/awards-tributes/tributes/toronto-remembers-the-wars/remembrance-day/bells-of-peace-participants/
Sharing Remembrance Day, November 11th, with Children
My grandfather served in the British Army and was evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk during the Second World War. Like so many veterans, he never spoke of those years. He died when I was too young to know about war, or to have any questions to ask. My questions were answered primarily through...
Thank you for your comment, Marilena. Mr. Garnet shared his wartime experiences with children at Toronto Public Library and he was also a frequent speaker at schools through The Memory Project. In 2012, Sam Garnet was awarded the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for this contribution.
Sharing Remembrance Day, November 11th, with Children
My grandfather served in the British Army and was evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk during the Second World War. Like so many veterans, he never spoke of those years. He died when I was too young to know about war, or to have any questions to ask. My questions were answered primarily through...
Sharing Remembrance Day, November 11th, with Children
Posted Nov 5, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Summer Wonder 2018: It Isn't Over Yet!
Posted Aug 20, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Excellent suggestions! Thanks, Katherine.
Gingerbread Stories: Catch that Cookie!
Type “gingerbread” into the Toronto Public Library's search box and you will find many stories about delicious little cookies that like to run – and boast about it. “Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can’t catch me! I’m the Gingerbread Man.” This familiar childhood character has been rew...
Jessica, thanks for sharing the post and maybe you will be inspired to share some cookies, too! :)
Gingerbread Stories: Catch that Cookie!
Type “gingerbread” into the Toronto Public Library's search box and you will find many stories about delicious little cookies that like to run – and boast about it. “Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can’t catch me! I’m the Gingerbread Man.” This familiar childhood character has been rew...
Thanks, Katherine. Happy gingerbread baking!
Gingerbread Stories: Catch that Cookie!
Type “gingerbread” into the Toronto Public Library's search box and you will find many stories about delicious little cookies that like to run – and boast about it. “Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can’t catch me! I’m the Gingerbread Man.” This familiar childhood character has been rew...
Thanks for sharing, Muriel! The children of Bergen crafted such a stunning replica of their city. Definitely worth a look.
Gingerbread Stories: Catch that Cookie!
Type “gingerbread” into the Toronto Public Library's search box and you will find many stories about delicious little cookies that like to run – and boast about it. “Run, run, run, as fast as you can! You can’t catch me! I’m the Gingerbread Man.” This familiar childhood character has been rew...
Gingerbread Stories: Catch that Cookie!
Posted Dec 4, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Forest of Reading 2018: Read, Vote, Celebrate!
Posted Oct 16, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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I agree, Jessica, that Bernice Thurman Hunter’s series has wide appeal. Children, teens and adults will enjoy Booky's story as she matures from a ten-year-old girl into a young woman working at Eaton’s department store. I read the series as a young adult and then had the pleasure of meeting Bernice Thurman Hunter at a library author visit. She was as spunky and as delightful as her main character.
Canada 150: Favourites across the Years
The celebration of Canadian children's literature continues with 10 books that range from the humorous to the thoughtful, from the classic to the new favourite. They celebrate our landscape, our history, and our talented Canadian writers and illustrators. O Canada by Ted Harrison (ag...
They certainly are, Muriel. In his foreward to O Canada, Harrison writes that "each illustration in this book has been a labour of love to portray the country for which I feel such a great affection." Ted Harrison died in 2015, but his exceptional art lives on.
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Canada 150: Favourites across the Years
The celebration of Canadian children's literature continues with 10 books that range from the humorous to the thoughtful, from the classic to the new favourite. They celebrate our landscape, our history, and our talented Canadian writers and illustrators. O Canada by Ted Harrison (ag...
Canada 150: Favourites across the Years
Posted Jun 19, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Hi Judy. I looked Go to Sleepy, Little Sheepy up online and it does look sweet. Thanks for the recommendation.
Sleepy Reads: Bedtime Stories for Little Ones
Bedtime – sshhhh, or should I shout it out gleefully – BEDTIME! That long-awaited break at the end of every child-filled day. Little One has asked her final “I want to know everything” question and is rubbing her eyes. Jammies are on, teeth are brushed, stuffed toy is tucked in next to her u...
Alana, thanks for the suggestion. I have placed a hold on "How to Put Your Parents to Bed" and will share it with Little One :)
Sleepy Reads: Bedtime Stories for Little Ones
Bedtime – sshhhh, or should I shout it out gleefully – BEDTIME! That long-awaited break at the end of every child-filled day. Little One has asked her final “I want to know everything” question and is rubbing her eyes. Jammies are on, teeth are brushed, stuffed toy is tucked in next to her u...
Thank you for your comment, Katherine.
Sleepy Reads: Bedtime Stories for Little Ones
Bedtime – sshhhh, or should I shout it out gleefully – BEDTIME! That long-awaited break at the end of every child-filled day. Little One has asked her final “I want to know everything” question and is rubbing her eyes. Jammies are on, teeth are brushed, stuffed toy is tucked in next to her u...
Sleepy Reads: Bedtime Stories for Little Ones
Posted May 22, 2017 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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