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Freedom to Read Week: Challenged Children's Books
Commit to intellectual freedom, the right to access information from all points of view, by exploring some of these challenged titles.
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Featured Staff Picks
Freedom to Read Week: Challenged Children's Books
Commit to intellectual freedom, the right to access information from all points of view, by exploring some of these challenged titles.
Black History Month: Kids' Books
Celebrate Black History Month with these fantastic kids' books by Black Canadian authors and illustrators.
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1, honoring African heritage, community, and family.
Freedom to Read Week: Challenged Children's Books
Commit to intellectual freedom, the right to access information from all points of view, by exploring some of these challenged titles.
Black History Month: Kids' Books
Celebrate Black History Month with these fantastic kids' books by Black Canadian authors and illustrators.
Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa is an African-American cultural holiday celebrated from December 26 to January 1, honoring African heritage, community, and family.
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Kids’ Book Bundles
Check back this fall for the return of our Kids' Book Bundles! In the meantime, visit rdpl.org/SRC and join our Summer Reading Club!
Youth Literacy Book Bundles
Youth Literacy Book Bundles will provide books for school-age kids geared towards fun reading, solo reading, and buddy reading.
May We Suggest...?
Receive a personalized reading list with hand-picked recommendations based on your preferences! Available for readers of all ages.
Early Literacy Programs & Resources
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
We want to help every child become a reader by encouraging you to read 1000 books to your child before they enter kindergarten!
More Early Literacy Resources
Family Fun Facebook Group
Join us for book recommendations, literacy tips, and more to help you connect with the library from home. For parents of children ages 0-12.
Early Literacy Tips & Tricks!
Check out these tips for developing your child's early literacy skills!
TumbleBooks
TumbleBook Library is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love!
Literacy Backpacks
Inclusivity Backpacks
Age-appropriate education to guide families in becoming actively anti-racist and inclusive. Includes books, activity guides, and more.
Intergenerational Backpacks
The 'Move & Play Together' intergenerational kit is a resource designed to support active play between an older adult and a child.
Thunderbird Learners Backpacks
Developed in partnership with the Red Deer Native Friendship Society, each backpack focuses on one of the Seven Sacred Teachings.
Nature Fun Backpacks
Nature-themed backpacks to help your family explore the great outdoors! Each bag includes books & activities focusing on a different topic.
Inclusivity Backpacks
Age-appropriate education to guide families in becoming actively anti-racist and inclusive. Includes books, activity guides, and more.
Intergenerational Backpacks
The 'Move & Play Together' intergenerational kit is a resource designed to support active play between an older adult and a child.
Thunderbird Learners Backpacks
Developed in partnership with the Red Deer Native Friendship Society, each backpack focuses on one of the Seven Sacred Teachings.
Nature Fun Backpacks
Nature-themed backpacks to help your family explore the great outdoors! Each bag includes books & activities focusing on a different topic.
Homework Help & Learning Tools
Online Homework Help Resources
Novelist K-8 Plus
The perfect source for kids who loves to read (and their parents)! Discover new books, series, and authors based on your interests.
Solaro
Improve your grades! You'll find course lessons, reviews, and practice tests for Grades 3 through 12 based on the Alberta curriculum.
TumbleMath
TumbleMath is a collection of math "TumbleBooks," which combine animation, narration, & sound to create compelling story books for students.
