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Read Your Veggies on Eat Your Vegetables Day on June 17!
Posted Jun 10, 2022 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Crayon Day - March 31
Posted Mar 28, 2022 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day: February 23
Posted Feb 17, 2022 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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75th Anniversary of Viola Desmond's Challenge of Racial Segregation
Posted Nov 8, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Sometimes you find another great book after the blog post has gone up and so I wanted to also recommend:
"Yours in Books" by Julie Falatko - https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/search.jsp?Ntt=yours+in+books+falatko&view=grid&Erp=25
Commented Oct 19, 2021 on World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021
According to its official website, World Letter Writing Day was created in 2014 by Richard Simpkin. On September 1 each year, everyone is encouraged to pick up a pen or pencil and some paper and write someone a letter. Dear Dragon by Josh Funk (ages 4-7) With so many ways to communicate via te...
Spirit Day: October 21, 2021
Posted Oct 18, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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What a charming and lovely post. So nice to get a glimpse into the historic and lyrical past of my favourite place on earth. Well done indeed!
Commented Aug 31, 2021 on Toronto Islands in the Early 1900s: Postcards, Pictures and a Poet's Diary at Local History & Genealogy
Toronto Islands in the Early 1900s: Postcards, Pictures and a Poet's Diary
In the summer of 1900, a young poet named Marjorie Pickthall and her family rented a cottage on the Toronto Islands. During her stay at Golden Gate Cottage on Hanlan's Point, she kept a diary. Pickthall recorded her daily activities and fascination with the surrounding natural world. Inspired...
With thanks to my colleague, here are some specific titles that should help with your request (including links to the titles as they appear on our website):
How to Write a Letter : Find the Words for Every Occasion by Shukov, Chelsea (new, on order)
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM4120585&R=4120585
Letters to a young writer : some practical and philosophical advice by McCann, Colum
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM3522936&R=3522936
How to write it : a complete guide to everything you'll ever write by Lamb, Sandra E.
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM2755346&R=2755346
Make it clear : speak and write to persuade and inform by Winston, Patrick Henry
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM4024794&R=4024794
The book of letters; what letters to write for every purpose, business and social, the etiquette of correspondence. by Crowther, Mary Owens. (Reference only)
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDM1668501&R=1668501
Happy Letter Writing Day!
Commented Aug 30, 2021 on World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021
According to its official website, World Letter Writing Day was created in 2014 by Richard Simpkin. On September 1 each year, everyone is encouraged to pick up a pen or pencil and some paper and write someone a letter. Dear Dragon by Josh Funk (ages 4-7) With so many ways to communicate via te...
Thank you for your comment.
I am more familiar with items in the Children's collection, so I have reached out to another staff member to assist with your query.
In the meantime, I can recommend the following search on our website: "Letter Writing" with limits of "Non-Fiction, Adult, English, Letter-Writing" to find materials on the topic -- https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/search.jsp?Ntt=letter+writing&N=4294952073+37844+20206+4293406102&view=grid&Erp=25.
Commented Aug 30, 2021 on World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021
According to its official website, World Letter Writing Day was created in 2014 by Richard Simpkin. On September 1 each year, everyone is encouraged to pick up a pen or pencil and some paper and write someone a letter. Dear Dragon by Josh Funk (ages 4-7) With so many ways to communicate via te...
World Letter Writing Day: September 1, 2021
Posted Aug 30, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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I'm packing some tablecloths so we have somewhere to put all of this yummy food!
Commented Aug 23, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
I think I'd prefer a side dish of quinoa with radishes and leave the salami on the pizza but I like how your (alphabetically) thinking Diane. :)
Commented Aug 23, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
"Orange" you glad I added something new to the basket for a late summer picnic?
Can we finish up the last half of the alphabet with P-Z?!
Commented Aug 13, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
What an amazing read! Thank you for shining a light (pun intended) on a little known (unless you know) piece of Toronto history.
Commented Aug 6, 2021 on Gibraltar Point Lighthouse: History & Old Pictures at Local History & Genealogy
Gibraltar Point Lighthouse: History & Old Pictures
Did you know that Centre Island is home to one of Toronto’s oldest buildings? That building is Gibraltar Point Lighthouse, completed in 1808. Here's an overview of its history — from the geological origins of the Toronto Islands to the lighthouse's spooky lore. This post features paintings, phot...
I will bring kiwis too (just because I really wanted to choose something for the letter "K"!)
Commented Jun 19, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
There is room on our imaginary blanket...I just hope that there is room in our bellies.;)
Commented Jun 19, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
Oohh...two at once. Nice!
Commented Jun 19, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
Thank you everyone!
Our picnic basket is getting full of wonderful things...now who is bringing the fun and... ?
Commented Jun 18, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
I'm going on a picnic and I am bringing Avocado toast.
What are you B-ringing?
Commented Jun 14, 2021 on International Picnic Day - June 18 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
International Picnic Day - June 18
Grab a basket, a blanket, some food and your sunscreen because June 18 is International Picnic Day! Bicycles, Sandwiches by Climbron P. 1991. Toronto Star Photograph Archive. A picnic can be as simple as taking your sandwich outside to eat on your lunch break, or as extravagant as a giant out...
International Picnic Day - June 18
Posted Jun 14, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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JUNO Awards 50th Anniversary - Spotlight on Canadian Children's Music
Posted Jun 4, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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Fabulous post!
As an ally who is always seeking to learn and grow in myself and in my support, I thank you.
Commented May 13, 2021 on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia: May 17, 2021 at Arts & Culture
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia: May 17, 2021
On May 17, 1990, the World Health Organization decided to declassify homosexuality as a mental disorder. In 2004, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (sometimes abbreviated as IDAHOT) was established as May 17, every year, in recognition of this historic date. The ...
So nice to hear from a fellow Cabrera fan. :)
Commented May 4, 2021 on Jane Cabrera Books - Nursery Rhymes & Songs at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
Jane Cabrera Books - Nursery Rhymes & Songs
Let's start off how Jane Cabrera might – with a nursery rhyme. One, two. Some books for you. Jane Cabrera must love nursery rhymes and children's songs. She certainly knows how to celebrate them as seen by some of her charming picture books. Of course this British author and illustrator creates ...
Jane Cabrera Books - Nursery Rhymes & Songs
Posted Apr 19, 2021 at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
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My hold finally came in and I got to experience this heart-warming book for myself. WOW! Thank you again for the recommendation Jo-Ann.
Commented Apr 1, 2021 on COVID Connection: Coronavirus Books for Kids at Growing a Reader: Kids' Books, Tips and More
COVID Connection: Coronavirus Books for Kids
Last June when we posted about Staying Connected in the Time of COVID-19 we dared not imagine that all these months later it would still be a significant part of our everyday lives. Yet even then, we knew that we were living through history. And history must be documented. So COVID-19 has become...
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