Photo Courtesy of Toronto Star Archives National Poetry Month Every April, we celebrate National Poetry Month. Since 1999, The League of Canadian Poets have marked the month with a series of events. In past years, the annual celebration has had a special theme, however there is no theme this year; instead it will be a […]
Photo Courtesy of Toronto Star Archives Preparing for Bathtime. Bathtime can be a struggle for both paren’ts and children. It doesn't matter if your child is 3 months old or 3 years old, some children simply do not like taking a bath. For many paren’ts, a bathtime toy can mean the difference between a toddler […]
Toronto Star Archives As the temperature continues to plummet and we've all started to bundle up, your child wonders where fall has gone. Nasim, a staff librarian, shares some helpful information to help explain the changing of seasons to your child and recommends some delightful titles to share with your child. Recently, my […]
Your child has been going through your vinyl records. Every night the sounds of Pink Floyd, Soundgarden, Jimi Hendrix, The Clash and Depeche Mode waft out of the room. Thrilled that your child has an excellent taste in music, you explore ways to nurture this. Music and Brain Development A study from Northwestern University found that when children are […]
It's November and your child is wondering why everyone seems to be sporting a moustache. He expresses his concern that everyone has been replaced, except for his dapper uncle who meticulously maintains his moustache throughout the year. In an effort to alleviate his fears, you decide to explain this sudden spurt of facial hair. About […]
Photo courtesy of Toronto Star Photo Archives. The Costume You and your child have been invited to a friend’s Halloween party. You walk the aisles of your local costume store looking for just the right costume. Does he want to dress as Pennywise to horrify others? Perhaps he wants to dress up as the Mad […]
You’ve been anxiously waiting for this day since the end of June. They’ve collected all their TD Summer Reading Club stickers and attended the wrap-up party. Over the summer, their visits to the library have been so frequent, that the library staff now know them on a first name basis.
Photo supplied courtesy of BJ Barone Several years ago, a gorgeous photo captured my attention and that of many others around the world. A beautiful picture celebrating life; a wonderful photo celebrating love. The warmth, tenderness and joy depicted in that photo continues to resonate with me. The photo of Frankie and BJ welcoming baby Milo […]
This week, librarian Grant W. shares his selection of amazing Canadian books for children. Blogger: Grant W. Strap yourself in for this week's list of ten awesome Canadian children's books! The focus of this week is on the difficult challenges our characters face in their journeys, long voyages and their dire need to escape from villainous foes! These books […]
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with some amazing programs for you and your child at Toronto Public Library. Storytelling, crafts, puppet shows and more. There is something for everyone! Here are some highlights: Wayang Kulit – Javanese Puppet Show Saturday May 13 (2:00 pm – 3:00 pm) Parkdale Branch Bharatanatyam – Indian Classical Dance Saturday May […]