Children


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Books for Babies
Find support and inspiration for you and your little one as you begin your reading journey together! Sign up to receive your book bag, book, and passport. Sponsored by Rotary Club of Whitby-Sunrise.


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1000 Books Before Kindergarten
The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read a book (any book) with your infant, toddler, and/or preschooler. The goal is to read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten (yes, you can repeat books).
Register now!


Programs and Events.

Programs

Connect with us virtually! From book clubs that build literacy and language skills to guided crafts and experiments—we’ve got programs to keep kids entertained, engaged and learning. Find the full list in our calendar, and subscribe to our YouTube Channel.


Reading Challenge.

Reading Challenge (ages 0–11)

Are you up for the challenge? Children of all ages can join our Reading Challenges throughout the year. Sign up online, track your reading, play games and fun activities to earn points. Available at all Whitby Public Library locations.


 

Library to Go.

Library To-Go for Kids and Families

Request a surprise bag of library materials. Tell us what kind of material you want and within one week, library staff will let you know your bag is ready and how to pick it up. 


Book Club.

Book Club in a Bag

Organizing your own book club? We can help! Our Our Book Club in a Bag collection offers a diverse choice of subjects and voices.


Digital Content.

Digital Content

Discover new favourites with Kanopy Kids movies and TV shows, Tumblebooks picture books and chapter books, Overdrive kid friendly magazines, and Hoopla books, music, TV and more! To get started, all you need is your library card.