Recommended reads from 2024 Historian in Residence, Tess McNaughton In this thoughtfully selected booklist, you will be immersed in 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, and BIPOC stories and poetry. From moments in history to modern-day stories, Tess’ booklist highlights experiences of underrepresented communities. See the list
Read more about "Recommended reads from 2024 Historian in Residence, Tess McNaughton"Return your books and then find your next great read. Explore Library Express, where you can find popular new titles, pick up your holds, and browse through books recommended by Library staff. Displays change regularly, including art exhibits.
Read more about "Return your books and then find your next great read."Read, sing, talk, and play together in this interactive circle time.
Read more about "A-B-C: You and Me"Whether you want to help your children or students better understand the truth about residential schools, or you want to learn more yourself, these works by Indigenous authors are essential reading for all Canadians.
Read more about "Orange Shirt Day 2020"Learn Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Persian (Farsi), and more, or improve your English skills with this interactive program. Build your reading, speaking, and listening skills, then practice what you’ve learned, all within the app.Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial on Niche Academy: Rosetta Stone Library Solution tutorial.
Read more about "Learn 30 languages with interactive online courses."International Women's Day is Monday, March 8. It's a day dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, and consider what more needs to be done to achieve gender parity.Calgary Public Library staff pulled together some of our favourite books and movies featuring strong female characters and stories to get you started. Read and watch them this International Women's Day and any day you are interested in stories of perseverance, creativity, and celebration.Biographies and Autobiographies of Incredible WomenThese ten books center around a compelling woman who overcame obstacles and influenced history. Read about a contemporary businesswoman, a Second World War radio operator, a resistance fighter, and a tennis coach. Their stories will take you around the world and through history.See the listBooks by Indigenous WomenFemale Indigenous writers provide stories that echo the timeless wisdom of Elders while encapsulating the modern challenges experienced by women and girls. Celebrate the spirit and intent of International Women's Day by learning more about Indigenous women with these compelling, heartbreaking, and hopeful reads.See the list20 Films About Extraordinary WomenSome of these movies are full of joy, while others are more dramatic. They are all by or about women. From the award-winning documentary Young Lakota to the lush biopic Paula, these films are all available on Kanopy.See the listBooks for KidsThese books for kids celebrate the strength and creativity of women and girls. From the picture book Franny’s Father is a Feminist by Rhonda Leet, to the collection of 100 stories in Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls by Elena Favilli, this list includes recommendations for kids from three to 12 that will also delight the adult reading with them.See the list
Read more about "Stories What to Read and Watch to Honour International Women's Day Our recommendations to celebrate women this Monday, March 8 and everyday"The Centre for Equitable Library Access, CELA, is a national not-for-profit organization that provides accessible reading services to the approximately 3 million people across Canada with print disabilities.CELA provides access to a collection of over 1 million titles in multiple accessible formats, including audio, braille, printbraille and text.
Read more about "Public library service for Canadians with print disabilities"Volunteer Qualifications High School students Ages 15 to17 Strong reading and speaking skills in English Positive attitude, reliable, patient, able to stay on task Volunteer Responsibilities Attend volunteer orientation and training session Provide support to participants as directed by staff lead Be a positive role model
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"Find some great picks here to snuggle up with. Just add cocoa!
Read more about "Cozy Reads for Winter Days"These titles benefit beginner readers with simple words, slight complexity, and repetition for effective learning.
Read more about "Learn to Read - One Star"Top staff picks to get buried in this winter, if snow ever does arrive, from the Central Library's friendly team of readers' advisory experts.
Read more about "Read All Winter Away "Volunteer Qualifications Adult and senior high school students (Grade 10 to Grade 12) Strong academic standards Positive attitude Strong communication skills Able to interact with students of diverse backgrounds and ages Able to work in a team environment Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Be a positive role model for participants Provide one-on-one and small group assistance to students with schoolwork assignments, creative writing projects and in the use of basic internet, online resources and other learning materials that support school success Volunteer responsibilities include checking-in with participants as they work, inviting alternatives to solve a problem, modeling appropriate behavior, asking open-ended inquiry questions, helping with reading, and engaging parents to assist if they are available and willing. Support students with writing or reading comprehension activities.
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Read more about "'Borrow eBooks and Audiobooks for kids of all ages. '"Switch from OverDrive to Libby and enjoy the same great titles. In early 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued. You can access the same great eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines you're used to reading on OverDrive through the Libby app. Libby is the new and improved way to access content from OverDrive. Make the switch with these tips
Read more about "Switch from OverDrive to Libby and enjoy the same great titles."Join us for an all-ages read-aloud at the Library. Library staff will read from a selection of books, stories, or chapters while you relax and let yourself drift away into your...
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