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Picture Books are for Everyone: A Holiday List
Not just for kids anymore. Readers of all ages will appreciate this selection of some of the most wonderful picture books of the year.
STEM Books to Inspire Young Readers
Great recommendations from our Children's Librarian in her latest column.
Seeds of a Story: Kids' Book Nominees Tell All
From Beyonce's "Lemonade" to Sigur Ross, a game of shinny in the woods, a grandfather stationed on a training vessel during the Halifax Explosion, and …
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Books on Biodiversity
Books complementing the Grade 6 Biodiversity unit.
Five Perfect Picture Books for October
The days are growing shorter, but the books have never better. These titles will bring you a bit of spooky, some autumn leaves, a zombie prince, and …
Exploring Space: Notes From a Children's Librarian
Reading the books on this list (which complement the Grade 6 Science and Technology Unit) will result in a thirst for all-things-space, as well as a deep …
Back to School Books
A wealth of books for readers of all ages about school, learning, friendship, and getting along in the world.
Colleen Nelson on Unlikely Friendships in YA
In time for back-to-school and a whole host of brand new faces in the halls.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Great Biographies
Great biographies for Grades 3 to 6, part of both the Reading and Writing curricula.
Most Anticipated: Our Fall 2018 Books for Young Readers Preview
It's all shaping up to be an amazing literary season.