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Explore Your Topic: Parents & Educators

Our librarians have handpicked the most helpful resources on this topic from the Library collection and online.

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Databases

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Bibliothèque numérique (French Language Collection)

Bibliothèque numérique (French Language Collection)

Explore French language eBooks and audiobooks from Canadian and international publishers including fiction bestsellers, non-fiction and more.

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Creativebug

Creativebug

Learn arts and crafts by following videos with activities for all ages - handicrafts, drawing, painting, jewelry, food & home, holidays, and more.

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Explora

Explora

Information on almost any topic! Helps students, educators and library users find high quality, curated information for homework & research projects.

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Kanopy Kids

Kanopy Kids

Streaming kids' movies, TV shows, and animated picture books for children ages 2 and up. Also includes math, science and language learning content.

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Libby & Library2Go (OverDrive) Ebooks & E-Audiobooks

Libby & Library2Go (OverDrive) Ebooks & E-Audiobooks

Take great books wherever you go! Popular fiction and non-fiction ebooks and audiobooks for all ages. Read online or download to a mobile device.

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Novelist Plus

Novelist Plus

Want to know what to read next? Search by author, title, series or plot. Includes award-winning books, discussion guides and recommended reads.

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Summa Kids

Summa Kids

A Canadian streaming video-on-demand collection for kids including documentaries, feature films, DIY projects, and nature documentaries

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Tumble Book Library

Tumble Book Library

K-6 children's ebook database. Listen and read along with favourite picture books from Robert Munsch, Kate DiCamillo and more. Includes Spanish and French.

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Tumble Math

Tumble Math

K-6 math ebooks designed to make learning fun! Includes stories, instructional videos, educational games, quizzes & more to teach math concepts.

On The Web

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BC Council for Families

The BC Council for Families envisions a BC where all families are recognized, respected and empowered to thrive. The BCCF develops and delivers support resources and training programs to professionals across the province that focus on prevention, inclusiveness and building skills and confidence.

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Early Childhood Literacy: Storytime Resources

This is part of the website of Saroj Ghoting, an early childhood literacy consultant associated with ALA's Every Child Ready to Read campaign. Packed with practical ideas!

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Jbrary

Jbrary is a library of storytime resources for those of us working with children. Join us for songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more.

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PBS Math

Resources for parents teaching math at home. Ages 2-8. This resource makes learning math fun and engaging. Click on the age of your child for assistance specific to their needs.

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Red Book Online (BC211)

bc211 is a Vancouver-based nonprofit organization that specializes in providing information and referral regarding community, government and social services in BC, including resources on addiction, mental health, homelessness, disabilities and more.

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