From beautifully illustrated picture books to fascinating biographies, these titles show the importance of scientific curiosity and celebrate the scientific progress that we owe to women in science, both past and present. They're the perfect choice to inspire budding young scientists!
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Celebrating the freedom to read
The annual Freedom to Read Week encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, guaranteed to them under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. These kids' books have been challenged (and, in some cases, banned) for various reasons, affecting the rights of Canadian children to choose what they want to read — a freedom that can never be taken for granted.
Don't forget to join our Banned Books challenge on Beanstack for kids ages five and up! Earn all the badges between Feb. 1 and 29 to be entered to win a prize. You will find more frequently challenged and banned books for kids and teens on this list from Common Sense Media.
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Saturday Spotlight: Llamas and Alpacas
Our library programmers are here to i-llama-nate your mind with this Saturday Spotlight, alpaca-ed with book recommendations featuring some of our favourite furry friends.
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Saturday Spotlight: Opposites!
Big and small, short and tall — read about them all! This week's Saturday Spotlight is all about opposites. Check out the video for book recommendations.
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Saturday Spotlight: Back to School
Nervous about starting kindergarten? We have some beautiful new picture books to get you ready for the new school year in this week's Saturday Spotlight!