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Booklists
Let's Talk About: Bullying
Bullying can affect children of all ages. Here are a few favourite picture books to spread awareness and to help put an end to bullying.
Let's Talk About: Emotions
These stories can help identify different emotions and reassure children that it is normal to experience a wide range of emotions.
Let's Talk About: Empathy & Kindness
Favourite books that promote empathy: the ability to imagine how someone else is feeling in a particular situation and respond with care.
Let's Talk About: Adoption
A selection of our favourite books exploring adoption and the many ways families are built.
Great Reads for Babies
Recommended by SCL staff, these books are sure to be stimulating, engaging and fun for babies and parents to enjoy together.
STEM Stories
Books and activities that focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
Silly Stories
Share some giggles while reading these funny picture books!
Interactive Stories
Our favourite fun, interactive books that are a great way to encourage children to actively participate in reading!
Storytime Kits
Storytime Kits contain everything you need to deliver a fun and interactive storytime. Check out kits on a variety of popular themes for preschoolers: shapes, animals, seasons and more!
Storytime Kits are available to all Strathcona County residents with a valid library membership. You can have two Storytime Kits checked out at a time.
Online Resources
TumbleBooks
Read along with animated, talking picture books!
BookFlix
Explore video versions of classic storybooks paired with related nonfiction eBooks to build a love of reading and learning.
Kanopy Kids
Find shows and movies featuring favourite children's characters in Kanopy Kids.
OverDrive Kids
Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks and magazines from the library's collection of popular digital titles for kids.
