The ukulele is a musical instrument that is very accessible to children. Its small size is perfect for little fingers, and it sounds great even if your child (or you!) aren't able to play it perfectly just yet. Live music has the ability to immediately grab a child's attention in a way that playing a […]
It's never too early to have fun with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)! Many schools for older children already incorporate these four areas in their curriculum, offering students the opportunity to explore STEM concepts, and also preparing them to be competitive in an increasingly STEM based workforce. But did you know that exploring STEM concepts […]
Parks and playgrounds are a vital part of a growing child's life. They are places where kids can explore the world, meet new friends and have fun! I remember going to the park all the time as a child. My local playground had a really big slide. Climbing the ladder to get to the very top […]
Being savvy with technology is a key characteristic of the newest generation of kids – more often than not they are seen playing with tablets, smartphones, or some other electronic device. But this isn't always a negative trait. Technology can offer kids a new way to play, and also to learn. Recently, CBC Paren’ts referred […]
Are you looking for a space that you can use to practice your photography, filmmaking, or music skills? The Fort York Branch has a bookable room that can be used as an amateur photography and recording studio. The Media Lab, as part of the Digital Innovation Hub, is an enclosed space that can be booked for up to two hours […]
Last week the Fort York Branch's Builders' Club, an after school club for builders, designers, creators and innovators who want to learn new skills and explore new technologies began their adventures into the land of video game design with Scratch. Scratch is a free, web-based, visual programming platform created by MIT, and is perfect for […]