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How Much Do You Know About Butterflies? Flutter Your Eyes on this Post to Learn More!
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Every summer at the Malvern Branch in Scarborough librarian Kellie Scott hosts an incredible Butterfly Conservation Program. Kellie teaches children and their families the science behind how caterpillars turn into butterflies and explains the necessity of hand raising and releasing the now at risk Monarch butterfly. Everyone has loads of... Continue reading
Posted Aug 3, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Hi Shelley! Thanks for sharing. Based on the cover art this looks like a fantastic adaptation! I'm going to place a hold today so I can have a look at it in person! Here's the link for anyone else who is interested: https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM253637&R=253637
Toggle Commented Apr 9, 2019 on Immerse Yourself in Hans Christian Andersen’s Fairy Tale World at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Immerse Yourself in Hans Christian Andersen’s Fairy Tale World
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April 2, 2019 would have been Hans Christian Andersen’s 213th birthday! Andersen is Denmark’s best known Fairy Tale author, whose stories have been translated into every language around the world. Some of Andersen’s best known stories include The Little Mermaid, The Emperor’s New Clothes, and The Ugly Duckling. (Source: Britannica... Continue reading
Posted Apr 5, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Find Some New Picture Books to Love This Valentine's Day
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On February 14th Valentine’s Day will be upon us! It’s time to cuddle up with a loved one and read a book that celebrates love in one of many forms. Your local branch may be fresh out of Valentine’s Day seasonal titles this time of year, but this book list... Continue reading
Posted Feb 12, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Oh Penguin Lover I am so so sorry you went out in the cold and didn't find an open branch. I know this can be frustrating on a Sunday with reduced hours. In the future may I suggest checking your local branch's hours here on our web-site? You can type in any branch's name into the search bar and its information, including hours and phone number, will come up. We also have an "hours and locations" brochure available from any library branch which outlines this information for you in a sheet you can keep at home. I hope this helps, and thanks for spreading the penguin love!
Toggle Commented Jan 21, 2019 on March to your Local Library on January 20th for Penguin Awareness Day! at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Katherine this one looks absolutely wonderful! I haven't seen it yet, but I'm placing it on hold right now :)
Toggle Commented Jan 21, 2019 on March to your Local Library on January 20th for Penguin Awareness Day! at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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I completely agree Mary! This is one of my all time favorite picture books. Thank you so much for linking it for all the penguin lovers who may have not had the pleasure of reading it!
Toggle Commented Jan 21, 2019 on March to your Local Library on January 20th for Penguin Awareness Day! at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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March to your Local Library on January 20th for Penguin Awareness Day!
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Sunday January 20th is Penguin Awareness Day! What will you do to celebrate everyone’s favourite flightless birds? Did you know? Emperor Penguins, the largest penguins on Earth, can reach as tall as 4 feet in height! Gentoo Penguins, the world’s fastest penguins, can swim as fast at 35 kilometers per... Continue reading
Posted Jan 16, 2019 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Snuggle-up Picture Books Not to Miss This Winter
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It’s time for winter break from school! That means two whole weeks for kids to play outside in the snow, have fun with family and friends, do something cool and different at the library, and kick back with a great read! This blog post highlights some fun books the whole... Continue reading
Posted Dec 21, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Celebrate World Pasta Day Around the Globe, and with TPL!
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October 25th is World Pasta Day and 2018 marks the 20th year this day has been celebrated! This year the main festivities are being held in Dubai, but events take place in many cities around the world. One exciting event that is held every year is the Pasta World Championship... Continue reading
Posted Oct 24, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Grab Your Telescope! It's Science Literacy Week!
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Did you know that this week, September 17-23, is Science Literacy Week (SLW)? Science Literacy Week is a week-long celebration of science and space in Canada, presented in partnership with the Canadian Space Agency. SLW highlights Canada’s outstanding scientists and science communicators from coast-to-coast. The goals are to showcase the... Continue reading
Posted Sep 17, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Include a Visit to the Osborne Collection of Early Children’s Books in Your Summer Plans
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In 1934 British librarian Edgar Osborne visited the Toronto Public Library (TPL) and was quite impressed with the range and quality of children’s services offered by TPL’s Boys and Girls House Branch run by Lillian H. Smith, TPL’s first head of Children’s Services. He was so impressed that in 1949... Continue reading
Posted Jul 13, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Happy Birthday Mr. Munsch! Picture Book Suggestions for the Munsch Fan who has Everything
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On Monday June 11th, we celebrate Robert Munsch’s birthday! What better way to celebrate than to read one of Munch’s classics? Some of my favourites include The Paper Bag Princess, Mud Puddle, and Mortimer. You can also celebrate by taking in a Munsch penned puppet show at Sanderson branch on... Continue reading
Posted Jun 8, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Thank you so much for your comment Margaret! We aim to please :)
Toggle Commented Apr 23, 2018 on Join in on the Fun at One of the Library's Awesome After-School Programs at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Haha! A little bit Max! It should be a fun event. Thank you for your comment!
Toggle Commented Apr 23, 2018 on Join in on the Fun at One of the Library's Awesome After-School Programs at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Join in on the Fun at One of the Library's Awesome After-School Programs
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Here at the Toronto Public Library we’ve built a reputation on our fabulous Ready for Reading programs and recently our Youth Hubs have received a lot of positive coverage in the press for all the wonderful work they do, but what about our fantastic middle childhood programs for children between... Continue reading
Posted Apr 20, 2018 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Thank you Katherine! There are so many wonderful picture books about strong girls and women it was hard to narrow it down :)
Toggle Commented Mar 12, 2018 on If You Can’t March, Read! Picture Books to Read to Your Little Ones on International Women’s Day at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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