Info Guides: Just for Kids: Reading and Writing

Library Databases

BookFLIX This link opens in a new window
Reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration by pairing classic video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to build a love of reading and learning.
NoveList Plus This link opens in a new window
It's not just for fiction anymore! NoveList Plus now includes over 50,000 non-fiction books in addition to 150,000 fiction titles. Find new authors and titles, or browse over 1,200 theme-oriented book lists, 160 award lists and 1,800 fiction-related websites.
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Search for downloadable eAudiobooks, eBooks and videos. Use the Kids and Teens pages to customize your view.
TumbleBookLibrary This link opens in a new window
Animated, talking children's picture books created from existing books with quizzes, puzzles and memory games.
TeenBookCloud This link opens in a new window
TeenBookCloud is an online collection for middle and high school teens and adults of all reading levels. It includes enhanced novels, ebooks, graphic novels, videos, and audiobooks. Enhanced ebooks combine professional narration with line-by-line highlighting to support ESL, emerging, and reluctant readers. Quizzes and lesson plans are available for educators, making it easy to integrate into curriculum. It also includes categories, such as AP English, Hi/Lo books, English classics, and Shakespeare.

Fun Reading and Writing Activities on the Web

Word Games - Canadian Museum of Nature
Download fun crossword puzzles and word searches from the Canadian Museum of Nature.
Be a Writing Superstar - Scholastic
Check out these fantastic writing tips and tricks from Joel A. Sutherland, the author of 'Be a Writing Superstar'.

Reading and Writing Podcasts

Story Pirates Podcast
Actors, comedians, improvisers and musicians—takes original stories from real kids around the country, and turn them into a wildly funny comedy podcast for kids
The Story Seeds Podcast
Magical stories are created when kids ages 6-12 collaborate with storytellers to grow original stories inspired by their story ideas.

Reading and Writing Homework Help on the Web

National Geographic Kids
An online version of the award-winning magazine, coupled with games and puzzles.
The Official Robert Munsch Site
Discover fun facts about Canada's favourite children's book author, check out fan art, and listen to some of Munsch's stories online!
My Shakespeare
Dive into the rich world of Shakespeare with full-text, interactive editions of his plays. myShakespeare replaces traditional footnotes with multimedia resources for the 21st-century student.
Starfall
A fun site aimed at building up reading skills for kids in Kindergarten - Grade 2. Includes an introduction to letter sounds, games and activities.
Story Starters: Creative Writing Prompts for Kids
This website generates scenarios to prompt kids to start creative writing.
Storybooks Canada
Free open educational resource that promotes literacy and language learning in homes, schools, and communities.