TRCA Showcase

 An incredible graphic novel about Ash's journey to leave society and live in a remote cabin. Tired of not feeling heard, Ash decides to find their grandfather's secret cabin and stay there forever. But did all of Ash's planning to survive alone and live off the land fully prepare them for what lies ahead?

Tags: Coming of age, LGBTQIA+, survival, social issues, multicultural 

To try a jigsaw puzzle, click on the picture.

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February is African Heritage Month!

This year's theme focuses on Strength in Unity: Moving Forward with Purpose, Prosperity, Power and Progress. The library has some great books that showcase this theme quite well. Come check them out!

Remember to Enter the Draw!

There are some great books and gift cards for Indigo Books to be won! To participate all you need to do is to answer a few questions about some books you've sampled.                   All ballots must be turned in by Feb. 11th. Draw is Feb. 13th.

For more details ask your ELA teacher or Ms. Perigo!

2026 TRCA

The 2026 Teen Reader's Choice nominees are ready for you to take part in the annual read, vote, share challenge. To participate all you need to do is read any of the 10 nominees. Vote for your favourite from May18th to May 22nd.

All the books can be found in your library and on SORA. 

Be sure to check the library website for upcoming jigsaw puzzles, trivia questions and word searches.

 

Enter the Draw!

 As part of Family Literacy Day, classes have the chance to enter a draw to win books and gift cards. To participate students will need to answer 3 questions relating to genres they have selected for toppings! Ballots may be picked up in the library.

 

 

Did you know that Family Literacy Day is happening this month? Since 1999, community groups across Canada observe January 27th as the day to celebrate the importance of reading and engaging in literacy-related activities as a family. Did you know that taking time each day to read or do a learning activity builds a stronger you for your future? Now that you are in the know ask yourself, how can you celebrate this day? 

Click on the picture for ideas on how to celebrate this day!

 

Happy Holidays to everyone and I hope that you all enjoy your break. In January the library will have new opportunities to create and encourage you. 

Looking forward to seeing you in the new year!

New Resources

Who fought for Canada? Many people from all walks of life stepped up to fight for a country that didn't treat them right. Discover some of their stories.

 

2023 TRCA Winner!

 Thanks to all of you that took the time to vote for your favorite Teen Reader's Choice nominee. There were 10 great stories but only one can win. This year's winner is

Honorable mention goes to 

 

It's Time to Vote!

See Ms. Perigo in the library to vote for your favourite book!

 

 

 The Teen Reader's Choice Awards are back for 2024! If you are in grades 7 -12 than this is for you.

 Starting next week, 10 nominated books will be available in your school library and on the Sora reading App. 

Read as many as you can and get the chance to vote for your favourite, to name 2024's TRCA winner.

Click on the poster above to watch reviews and book trailers.