Kids
Featured Event
Northern Nature Trading, part of a series
Show us items you've found in nature and we'll award you points! Trade points for things in our collection like rocks, shells, and more.
Play Day
A day where the toys are out and children of all ages can come to play and socialize.
Baby Time
A drop-in literacy based program for babies from birth to 24 months. This program combines stories, music, rhymes and play.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Track your child's reading and earn milestone prizes along the way!
Northern Nature Trading (NNT)
Head down to NNT at Mary JL Black Library to learn about nature and earn points!
Kids' Book Lists and More
Great for: Babies and Toddlers
TD Summer Reading Club - Recommended Reads for Ages 0-5
Have a blast discovering the world and stars around us!
100 Books Before School
If you are looking for some key stories to read to your little one before they begin school, this list is a great place to start!
Children's IKC Books
Find some of our favourite books for children on this list from our Indigenous Knowledge Centers!
STEM Picture Books
For your little one, these picture books focus on STEM - science, technology, engineering and mathematics!
Great for: School-Aged Children
Silly Stories
It's all fun and games in these silly stories! You and your kids will be laughing out loud with this list.
Read-Alikes to Captain Underpants
Some suggested titles to try if your child enjoys Captain Underpants.
TD Summer Reading Club - Recommended Reads for Ages 6-12
Explore, discover and adventure among the stars this summer!
Fractured Fairytales
A familiar story with a twist! Children and adults will enjoy these spins on the classic fairytales many of us know.
Great for: Middle-Grade Children
Summer Stories for Middle Graders
Chapter books and graphic novels that take place during the summer for your growing readers!
Graphic Novels for Pride: Children's and YA
The graphic novels on this list all tell stories from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and are geared for children and teens.
Children's Olympic Reads
Learning about the sports featured in the Olympics, and some of the athletes who have competed!
Sports for Middle Graders
This list pulls graphic novels and chapter books for your growing reader that all center around sports.
Check Out What's New!
new children's materials
New Kids' Books
Find the latest children's books to be added to our collection!
New Kids' French Books
Find all the latest children's books in French at TBPL!
New Kids' DVDs
Want to catch up on the latest DVDs with your kids? Check out this list!
Why buy when you can borrow?
Sign your child up for a Library Card today!
Books for kids who like...
More for Kids at TBPL!
Kanopy Kids
A diverse selection of educational and entertaining content including movies, TV, animated storybooks & favourite characters.
ComicsPlus by LibraryPass
ComicsPlus powered by LibraryPass is a digital platform offering thousands of digital comics, graphic novels and manga.
Board Games
Did you know that you can borrow board games from the library? Check out our collection and get ready for your next game night!
cloudLibrary NewsStand
An extensive catalog of popular and often hard to find eMagazines and eNews. No holds, no checkout periods, no limits, and no fines!
Seasonal Selections
Summer Stories for Middle Graders
Chapter books and graphic novels that take place during the summer for your growing readers!
Children's Olympic Reads
Learning about the sports featured in the Olympics, and some of the athletes who have competed!
Choose Your Own Adventure!
Children love the interactive element a "Choose your own adventure" book can bring to a story!
Online Resources
Online Resources
NoveList K-8
Not sure what to read next? NoveList K-8 is a database about books for younger readers.
Naxos Music Library
The most comprehensive classical music streaming platform. An invaluable resource for students, music professionals and collectors.
ComicsPlus by LibraryPass
ComicsPlus powered by LibraryPass is a digital platform offering thousands of digital comics, graphic novels and manga.
Gale in Context: Elementary
A popular, kid-friendly student database with reliable resources to help students complete assignments and get excited about learning.
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