The Kid’s Zone is the place to find:

We made a librarian approved list of resources for kids and families to help those staying at home. Find age appropriate ebooks and audiobooks as well as craft resources and family activities!

Online Resources

ebooks and Audiobooks for kids & teens

Discover classic and new titles, fiction, non-fiction. Separate collections for kids and teens/tweens. Offering simultaneous use. It’s as easy as browse, click, listen. Discover these collections in the Libby app or Libby website.

Libby Kid’s reading room

Did you know that our Libby catalogue has a collection of “Read-Along” kid’s books? These books are great for emerging readers.  As the narrator reads the story out loud, each word being read is highlighted on the page for your child to follow along. A fun way to encourage literacy!

Libby Teen’s reading room

A collection just for teens and tweens. New release fiction and classic titles. Available in ebook and audiobook format. Discover in Libby.

EyeDiscover Optic Readalongs

An exciting fusion of print, video, and audio featuring the innovative Optic Readalong. EyeDiscover is designed to inspire and motivate children at the Kindergarten to Grade 2 levels to read in a fresh, new way.

Each title is packed with special features designed for reluctant readers. An optic readalong included with each title features professional narrators reading the book aloud. This allows beginning readers to listen at their own pace.

CBC Corner

Discover the best Canadian shows, stories & more! This one-of-a-kind digital portal allows you to access a wide variety of educational content for all ages. Kids content includes shows, games, and activities. Teen and young adult content includes news adapted for youth and stories by youth for youth. The parenting section features recipes, crafts & activities, advice, and shows.

World Book Early Learning

• Emergent readers will engage in an interactive and playful environment of topical content worlds with bursts of information to support microlearning.
• Guided reading program with stories spread across Lexile® levels provides building blocks for early learners
• Includes read-aloud capabilities with easy-to-recognize icons that allow pre-emergent readers to learn independently
• New! Early Learning Basics is a fun, developmentally appropriate way to teach foundational reading and math skills to young children.
• Videos are categorized by subject and are designed to provide visual, real-world examples of high-interest topics.
• Games and activities reinforce early childhood building blocks and stealth learning.

Fiero Coding

Fiero Code is a self-guided online software program that teaches you how to code through hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects. Fiero offers a gamified learning experience ― as you progress through the activities, you’ll earn clothes and accessories for your personal avatar.

Learn how to make websites, video games, apps, and animations. It’s fun, engaging, and designed for ages 8-18. Start coding today!

Language Learning by Kids Speak

KidSpeak™ is a fun, age-appropriate online language course designed for children ages 6 and up! Accessible through Transparent Language Online, KidSpeak introduces children to English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese. The program teaches words and phrases suitable for learners’ age, needs, and interests. More than 40 activities, puzzles, and songs guide young learners through the basics, along with a cartoon “friend” who speaks the language. KidSpeak™ works on computers, tablets, and phones – so your little ones can learn on the go, at home, or in the library.

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Storytimes

Check out more online activities we created for you! Watch more storytime videos, find STEAM activities and more!

1000 Books Before Kindergarden

Give your child a great head start in learning before they start kindergarten. Reading to your child helps them get a head start in life!

How to get started: Register your child with the Hanover Public Library & track what is read. Any book read can be counted! At every 100th book come in to the library to report on your progress and get a prize! Your child will earn a final prize at the 1000 book mark!

Reading log sheets available in the library or at https://1000booksbeforekindergarten.org/resources/

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All Ages Storytime

Tuesdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am in the Community Hall

Storytime is fun for all ages! Join us each week for some stories, songs, and silliness followed by craft time. For parents and children 0-5 years. Please register at the front desk.

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We thank Community Foundation Grey Bruce for the purchase of our new children’s furniture.