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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.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Books on Flight
Great books to complement the Grade 6 Science and Technology Unit.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Plants and Soil
Great books to support the Grade 3 Plants and Soil Science Unit.
Best Dystopian YA
"My favourite part of reading dystopian books is learning the many versions of our world that authors create."
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Rocks and Minerals
Nonfiction, picture books, and novels that support the Grade 4 curriculum.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Heritage and Identity
Our Children's Librarian columnist, Julie Booker, brings us a new view from the stacks every month.
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How do family and community traditions change …