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Staff Picks

Thanksgiving Books for Kids

Big meals, family gatherings — and above all, gratitude: our children's librarians recommend these Thanksgiving reads.

Celebrate Democracy Books for Kids

Check out recommended books to start conversations with your child about elections, voting and what it means to live in a democracy.

Fall Books for Kids

Apples and pumpkins, changing leaves, animals preparing for hibernation: our children's librarians recommend cozy autumn stories.

More ways to enjoy stories together

Audiobooks

Enjoy all-in-one read-alongs, eAudiobooks or audiobooks on CD.

Dial-a-Story

Call 416-395-5400 anytime to hear favourite stories in many languages.

Accessible Formats

Share the joy of reading in its many forms.

Movies

Borrow or stream now from our great selection of shows and movies.

Music

Borrow or stream from our great selection of music.

First and Best

Discover our top picks of Canadian picture books to get your child ready for reading.

1000 Reads Before Kindergarten

Can you read 1000 books with your child before they start kindergarten? Join the challenge!

Storytime at home

Fun virtual storytimes filled with great books, rhymes and songs. Watch anytime on YouTube and sing along!