Image from the Toronto Star Photograph Archive. It’s election season and your child may be wondering why the neighborhood is full of lawn signs and the television is filled with ads from political parties and third parties. This is a timely opportunity to talk with your child about the democratic process. Here are some key […]
Introducing TPL Kids! We have just released an new version of our children's website. TPL Kids offers kids 6-12 with a space to discover new books, ask questions, share jokes and more. The website is accessible and mobile-friendly. Browse Books by Categories! Has your child ever had difficulty finding funny books or action/adventure books? […]
Looking for a family friendly activity this Saturday? Book Bash is a celebration of Canadian Children's Literature. In 2018, Book Bash returns to Toronto and will be held at the Harbourfront Centre on Saturday October 20th from 12-4pm. Enjoy a free, fun-filled afternoon of storytelling, music, writing and illustrating workshops and demos, tech fun, puppet shows, […]
With the beginning of a new school year, paren’ts/guardians can be found scrambling to get school supplies. However, school supplies is only one consideration when children head to school. Toronto Public Health shares why vision care is an important part of ensuring your child is ready to learn. Guest Blogger: Toronto Public Health Staff. […]
Today, the internet is littered with social media “celebrities” acting obnoxiously, trolls, cyberbullies, opinions masquerading as facts, half-truths and outright lies, deepfakes, misinformation and disinformation campaigns, internet scams, disturbing YouTube videos, conspiracy theories and dangerous challenges.
Twenty Years!? It may be hard to believe but it has been 20 years since the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. It seemed just like yesterday that kids threw down their POGS and devil sticks to discover Harry's latest adventures. While the Harry Potter universe has expanded over the years, there is […]
There’s the Puppet!
Photo courtesy of Toronto Star Archives Celebrated annually since the 1990s, Asian Heritage Month is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the achievements and contributions of Canadians of Asian backgrounds. For 2018, the theme of the government of Canada’s Asian Heritage Month campaign is “Passing it forward: Culture through the generations.” Discover Consider visiting one of Toronto's […]
Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) isn’t just for teens and adults. It’s also for kids!
Your child begins the day watching and repeating everything he hears on TV.