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Blogs

WPL has a number of blogs containing information about all aspects of the library including WPL - New Children's Books and
WPLs Graphic Novels, Comics and Manga Blog

Tweens @ WPL

If you're a tween, this is the section for you! Programs, weblinks and more.

What's On for Kids - Main Library

Join in the fun at the Main Library! We have free, fun educational programs throughout the year for kids from newborn to 14 years of age.

What's On for Kids - McCormick Branch

Join in the fun at the McCormick Branch! We have free, fun educational programs throughout the year for kids from newborn to 12 years of age.

Toys to Grow: toy lending library

Visit the McCormick Branch's toy lending library on Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and on Saturdays from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The collection includes music toys, puzzles and games, developmental toys, and imaginative play.

eBranch for Kids!

Through the eBranch, you can access WPL's databases from home, work or school – anywhere! eBranch for kids contains Ebsco Animals, Novelist, and eLibrary Elementary (an online research database designed for Canadian junior researchers) plus much more. Visit today!

Tumblebook Library

WPL subscribes to Tumblebooks, a wonderful site full of terrific electronic stories and fairytales.

WPL's Books to Grow Program

Check out our exciting new Books to Grow program. This unique program is designed to bring a love of reading to children and families who may not be able to come to the public library.

KidBooks

Visit KidBooks to view an extensive list of wonderful children's books recommended by the staff at Waterloo Public Library.

Family Books

In Family Books you'll find a list of staff favourites that everyone in the family can enjoy.

Baby Food Food Drive

WPL is collecting donations of baby food for The House of Friendship's Emergency Food Hamper Program, which experiences a chronic shortage in these items.

Homework Help

You can't escape homework. KidWork is here to help you with your research and projects.

For Parents

For Mums and Dads we have information on children's memberships at WPL.