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A fortunate grandchild

—Read, Miss.

1982

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Time remembered

—Read, Miss.

1986

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Mrs. Griffin sends her love : and other writings by

—Read, Miss.

2014

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Read! : a story about making friends

—Bendall-Brunello, Tiziana.

2011

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When Little Pig finds a book he asks other farm animals if they can teach him to read, but while each has his or her own idea of what to do with the b...

Miss Read's country cooking, or, To cut a cabbage-leaf.

—Read, Miss.

1992

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The market square

—Read, Miss.

1991

Book On Cassette

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Changes at Fairacre

—Read, Miss.

1993

Book On Cassette

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Read A Surprise in Every Book!

Poster

One single sided picture of the word Read, including various pictures of kids around it. Informaiton on the bottom of the poster....

Summer at Fairacre

—Read, Miss.

2008

Large Print

After a long winter of red noses and wet mittens, summer is a welcome time for Miss Read and her downland village friends. She recounts the events of...

Read the abc's of literacy.

1996

Poster

A drawing of people in spelling out the word read....

Farther afield

—Read, Miss.

1979

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The end of term arrives and Miss Read is looking forward to the weeks ahead, but on the very first day of the long summer holiday she falls and breaks...

Summer at Fairacre

—Read, Miss.

2012

Restricted EAudiobook (NNELS)

Miss Read, the village school teacher, relates the events of one particular summer....

Tyler's Row

—Read, Miss.

2009

Large Print

Miss Read heard about the sale of Tyler's Row from Mrs Pringle - and before long Fairacre was alive with rumours. Why were the present owners selling?...

Miss Clare remembers

—Read, Miss.

1996

Large Print

Brings to life with humour and charm 'Miss Read's view of life in the countryside of the past. Born into a home where food and clothing were hard-earn...

Farewell to Fairacre

—Read, Miss.

1994

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Having enjoyed good health all her life, Miss Read looks forward to her retirement in a few year until she suddenly becomes ill. Is it time to say far...

Village diary

—Read, Miss.

1993

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"In addition to those characters familiar to readers of Village School there are newcomers, including dictatorial Amy, an old college friend, Mr Mawne...

Village school

—Read, Miss.

2008

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From Miss Clare's failing health to the new infant teacher's budding romance and Mrs. Pringle's never-ending complaints, from the everyday wonders of...

Winter In Thrush Green

—Read, Miss.

2008

EBook

In the follow-up to Thrush Green, the arrival of a stranger in the village stirs ripples of speculation and interest....

News from Thrush Green

—Read, Miss.

2008

Large Print

Tullivers, the former home of old Admiral Trigg and his sister Lucy, had stood empty for many months. Then, one bright April day, two newcomers move i...

Emily Davis

—Read, Miss.

2002

Large Print

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Aug 20, 1:30pm

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Additional Information: Program Details: Individual Sessions: 45 minutes Location: Room CE-3, 2nd floor, Central Library (2311 12th Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 0N3) Available Times: 1:30 PM or 2:15 PM (you will receive a confirmation email with your exact appointment time by Monday) Prepare for your session: To help your coach understand your needs, please email your resume, cover letter, and any relevant job descriptions to txie@reginalibrary.ca before your appointment. Important Information: Limited Spots: Confirm your attendance promptly when you receive the confirmation request email. Cancellation: Provide at least 5 hours' notice if you need to cancel, call (do not text) Tim at 306-777-6013 or txie@reginalibrary.ca. Volunteer Coaches: This program is run by volunteers. If you haven't received a confirmation email by Monday, all coaches may be fully booked. We will contact you to reschedule. One Session at a Time: Please register for only one session at a time to allow others equal access to this service. ...

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Sep 2, 10:00am

Online

Practice online with an RPL tutor to improve your English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. CLB 4 or higher is recommended. Register with Literacy Services to receive the Zoom link.

Additional Information: This is an online program for adult EAL learners. EAL Online Group Tutoring occurs on the following Tuesdays: September 2, 9, 16, 23; October 7, 14, 21, 28; and November 4, 18, 25. Learners must register with Literacy Services to receive the Zoom link and weekly updates. Not registered? Sign-up as a Literacy Services learner. This program is conducted through Zoom. Please ensure that you have Zoom installed on your device and that the audio is enabled.Need more information on using Zoom? Read Joining A Zoom Meeting for support.

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Central Adult

Practice with an RPL tutor to improve your reading, speaking and listening while reading and discussing a rapid read novel. CLB 4 or above recommended. Registration required.

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Sep 5, 1:00pm

George Bothwell Branch

Practice with an RPL tutor to improve your reading, speaking and listening while reading and discussing a rapid read novel. CLB 4 or above recommended. Registration required.

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Additional Information: This is an online program for adult EAL learners. EAL Online Group Tutoring occurs on the following Saturdays: September 6, 13, 20, 27; October 4, 18, 25; and November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Learners must register with Literacy Services to receive the Zoom link and weekly updates. Not registered? Sign-up as a Literacy Services learner. This program is conducted through Zoom. Please ensure that you have Zoom installed on your device and that the audio is enabled.Need more information on using Zoom? Read Joining A Zoom Meeting for support.

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Sunrise Branch

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Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian

… Choosing an ereader: tips from a librarian Blog Body Considering a digital reading device? As a librarian, I’m often asked for recommendations on ereaders. Here are my top tips! Why give an ereader a try? …

The not-so-challenging challenge: New year, new reading goals

… The not-so-challenging challenge: New year, new reading goals Blog Body Set your New Year’s resolution with some help from the library. We’ve compiled a list of reading goals that you can use to power your reading in 2024! Read a book from every major literary …

The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring reading goals

… The not-so-challenging challenge: 5 tips to set inspiring reading goals Blog Body RPL’s Reading Challenge is on! Finding time and motivation to read can be hard these days. That’s why we made our reading …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… my heart. When I was young, I didn’t really identify as a reader. Sure, I would grab books when my class went to the library, and I loved a good read-aloud, but I have very few memories of books being … babysitting business. Once I found a series that fit, reading became a passion for me. I went from Kristy, …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Bullet journaling techniques to track your reading

… challenge: Bullet journaling techniques to track your reading Blog Body Dot grids, made popular (beyond geometry … the bullet journaling trend, are a great tool to track your reading goals because they’re so flexible. That’s why we’ve put one on the RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecards : so that you can record your …

RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month

… . Both are available for checkout and digital download. Reading Lists Celebrate the strength and resilience of Black Canadians, both past and present, with reading lists on our favourite digital platforms: Overdrive: … Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading Art Movies Events …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… Marathon reads for your next reading marathon Blog Body Confession: I am not a runner. I fall firmly into the “reading is my cardio” camp. But one of my favourite things …

Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists

… Librarians Creating Personalized Reading Lists Blog Body Now that you can pick up holds at … has your back. Answer a few quick questions about your reading preferences and we’ll send you an email with a … that will inspire and entertain you! How do we do it? Some reading services use algorithms to choose books based on …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Goal tracker inspiration

… bullet journal techniques to keep track of your personal reading goals using the dot grid tracker on your RPL Adult Reading Challenge gamecard . The no brainer: Keep it simple by tracking your reading progress in one month. Add your own decorations and …

Freedom to Read Week

… Freedom to Read Week Blog Body Step into the twilight zone with us, … left on our shelves. It's depressing, right? Freedom to Read Week asks everyone to think about the realities of … everyone to make their own choices about what they read. In recent years, libraries have faced unprecedented …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… Freedom To Read Week turns 35! Blog Body Intellectual freedom means that each of us has the right to decide what we read, watch and listen to (within the limits of the law). This freedom means we also have the right not to read something, but not the right to prevent others from …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… Celebrating Freedom to Read Week Blog Body Celebrate your freedom to read! Every February, Canadian libraries come together to … Intellectual freedom gives us the right to decide what we read, watch, and listen to (within the limits of the law). …

Pride Reading Roundup!

… Pride Reading Roundup! Blog Body Books let us see through the eyes … ways to introduce new concepts with my family is by reading together. Listening to audiobooks like What’s Your … about how we’re parenting. Curling up with my son to read kids’ books about identity, like Red: A Crayon’s Story …

There's music in the air

… and have so much that we want to share with you to get you reading, listening, watching and playing! To get you reading The Lives of Brian by Brian Johnson AC/DC legendary frontman takes readers through his early life, looking at the people, …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Reading is good for you

… The not-so-challenging challenge: Reading is good for you Blog Body Did you know? Reading is good for you! Here are just a few (or more) of the benefits that come from making time to read: Relaxation: reading has been shown to put our brains …

RPL Staff Reading Recommendations

… RPL Staff Reading Recommendations Blog Body People often ask us what to read, so we decided to take a look at some of our … Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Here is a list of read-alikes for those waiting for their hold and those …

Canada Reads 2021

… Canada Reads 2021 Blog Body It’s that time again. Where CBC pits … *nervous laugh* This years marks the 20th edition of Canada Reads . Five well-known Canadians have each nominated one … Daisy , championed by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee Butter Honey Pig Bread by Francesca Ekwuyasi Available in Print , eBook , …

Horror Week Scary Reads!

… Horror Week Scary Reads! Blog Body Happy Horror Week! Whether you're a … or you're just having a boo, we've got the screamin' read for you. Here are 10 spooky reads you should add to your reading list: Sundial by …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children Blog Body Kids are often awed by police … Something extra special happens when officers take time to read to children at the library and in schools. The Cops and Readers program is a partnership with Regina Police Service, …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… to get started is your Regina Public Library card. PressReader Get an endless stream of top news stories to read, discuss, and share. PressReader includes full access to publications like …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats Blog … are a popular format for getting children excited about reading and help develop important literacy skills. Oh, and … novel format. As learning tools, graphic novels challenge readers to interpret symbolism, body language, and fill in …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… for my lifelong learning journey. I’m a die-hard fiction reader of fantasy and horror, so a lot of the books we … Indigenous students in Thunder Bay, Ontario. It was a hard read, but an important one. It pushed me to get curious about my reading habits and take a good long look at my bookshelf and …

Black Lives Matter Education

… 2014. In Overdrive , we have curated a Black Lives Matter reading list spotlighting the history of systemic racism in … and the lives of those fighting for change. For further reading, the following recommended titles are instantly … off the original workbook, Me and White Supremacy teaches readers how to dismantle the privilege within themselves so …

12 days of Bookmas

… is falling, a fire is burning in the fireplace, and we're ready to curl up and read. This year we asked our Collections team to tell us what books they are reading this December to help you figure out your to-read …

Moon of the Crusted Snow: A Novel of Survival

… Rice speak at a writers’ conference last year where he read from his newest book, Moon of the Crusted Snow. The chapter he read stuck in my mind until I read the book recently. I was hooked from the very first …

Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead!

… Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead! Blog Body More than 19,000 libraries around the … in Overdrive’s online digital book club #BigLibraryRead and Regina Public Library is one of them! From April … a war zone and found safety in Canada. Homes was a Canada Reads selection this year, and a 2018 Governor General's …

Book Club Test Drive

… Body If you love the idea of getting together with other readers to talk about books, but aren't really sure if the … for you, why not take one for a test drive? The Big Library Read is a great way to get a feel for what book clubs are … free unlimited access to one book for a few weeks, to bring readers together for a global online book club discussion. …

You’re never alone with fall reading lists from RPL

… You’re never alone with fall reading lists from RPL Blog Body The cool weather will soon … to date with the hottest new releases try our Fabulous Fall Reading smorgasbord. If you want more romance and laughter … pandemics to keep it real? Dystopian Fiction is the reading list for you. Finally, if you want RPL to make you …

Freedom to Read Week Proclaimed in Regina

… Freedom to Read Week Proclaimed in Regina Submitted by chardy on Fri, … has proclaimed the week of February 18 to 24 as Freedom to Read Week. Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that asks everyone to think …

10 Family Literacy Tips

… habits? Here is our suggestion for a New Year resolution: Read together as a family. It’s more fun than the gym (in … literacy-related activities into your family’s daily life: Read with your child every day. Encourage your child to choose the books you read together. Make reading together fun and relaxing Help …

Give the joy of reading

… Give the joy of reading Blog Body RPL storytimes and children’s programs are … are still many families in our community that don't have ready access to technology, and few resources to provide … kit costs just $25. Donate today to give the joy of reading to a child in our community. Summer Learning kits …

Ready to run?

… Ready to run? Blog Body One of our favourite local events is … level up, on your running journey. We’ve pulled together a reading list for all kinds of runners below, including a few … - Marketing and Communications Blog Images Short Title Ready to run? Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications …

Fighting summer slide

… sure that children and teens spend time in the summer reading and learning, which is easier than you might think. According to the Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report , 76 per cent of children ages 6-17 enjoy reading over the summer. At Regina Public Library, we take …

Most-read eBooks for 2021

… Most-read eBooks for 2021 Blog Body The lords and ladies of the Bridgerton series proved popular with Regina readers: Julie Quinn’s The Bridgerton Collection, Vol. 1 … over 1,400 tutoring sessions Blog Images Short Title Most-read eBooks for 2021 Select Blog Type Marketing and …

Make Settings Come Alive

… so I can be there too. When writing, you let the reader into the world you’re creating by showing it to them. This is an essential part of seducing your reader — because if you don’t seduce, enthrall, or engage them, they won’t keep reading, and you sure don’t want that! Robert Kroetsch once …

Reading while farming

… Reading while farming Blog Body Clinton Monchuk, Executive … Sustainability Success . We asked Clinton to guest-curate a reading list for farmers, by a farmer – and we bet you’ll be … Agriculture Week offerings at RPL! Blog Images Short Title Reading while farming Select Blog Type Marketing and …

Shannon Lee Simmons: Worry-Free Money

… her to arrive, we asked her to share some of her favourite reads, and tell us why she recommends them: 1. The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood  I read this book when I was 19 years old, and it terrified me. … part of frosh week in second year university to finish reading this book. The ultimate romantic adventure story and …

Create Your Own Sourdough Starter!

… town. We’re clearly all looking for the comfort of warm bread. No yeast, no problem! I love sourdough bread; I can use this time to learn to make it for myself. However, perfecting the art of bread requires a bit of learning and a lot of patience. …

Reading and Video Resources

… Reading and Video Resources … Reading Resources Books New Indigenous Titles Read for Reconciliation Indigenous Picture Books eBooks and …

There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike.

… There is More than One Throne: Game of Thrones Read-Alike. Blog Body The series is finished, there are no … What do we do now? Well, there are plenty of Game a Throne Read-alikes full of court intrigue to keep us happy. 1. … into a pyre. Here is a complete list of Game of Throne Read-alikes . Blog Images Short Title There is More than One …

Sounds of Summer Reading returns to George Bothwell Branch

… Sounds of Summer Reading returns to George Bothwell Branch Submitted by bbook … have once again partnered to host the Sounds of Summer Reading at RPL’s George Bothwell Branch on Thursday, June 1, … to 8:30pm. Attachment RPL MEDIA RELEASE - Sounds of Summer Reading returns to George Bothwell Branch.pdf (429.81 KB) …

World Autism Awareness Day Reading

… World Autism Awareness Day Reading Blog Body April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day … Harry Thompson Pam - Collections Blog Images Short Title Read for Autism Awareness Day Select Blog Type Marketing and … Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Award winning authors to read at Central Library

… Award winning authors to read at Central Library Submitted by chardy on Wed, … Film Theatre on Tuesday, October 1 for an evening of readings, vibrant conversation, and book signings. Attachment MEDIA RELEASE_RPL_Thistledown_AuthorReading_2024.pdf (107.31 KB) …

Five Little Indians among top reads for 2022

… Five Little Indians among top reads for 2022 Submitted by bbook on Thu, 01/05/2023 - 08:43 … Indians was in high demand with Regina Public Library readers in 2022, placing among the library’s Top Ten list for fiction titles. Attachment RPLMediaRelease_TopReadsOf2022.pdf (508.12 KB) …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… an average of 20 percent of their school-year skills in reading and 27 percent of their school-year skills in math … summer slide. What steps can you take? 1. Encourage kids read what they like. Children will get way more out of reading something they enjoy. Start with our Books4Me …

8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… 8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence Blog Body It takes a lot … For those who enjoy a bit of the gothic in their holiday reading, this story of a blacksmith and the devil both in … the same girl should do the trick. Apparently, the tale is read to children in Russia and Ukraine on Christmas Eve. …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… Esi Edugyan. On June 16 th , we will have the Don’t Stop E-Reading Book Club , where we will be discussing The Book … Truth as Told by Mason Buttle by Leslie Connor, and you can read or listen to it as a family through Hoopla . Register … Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Reading Resources

… Reading Resources … To access all this great information, … you up for a library card by filling out this form . ONLINE READING Overdrive (Libby)  is a terrific resource for … from most app stores. TumbleBook Library  offers animated, read-along picture books, and read-along chapter books for …

Most borrowed books of 2022!

… Indians was in high demand with Regina Public Library readers in 2022, placing among the library’s top ten list for fiction titles. The novel was also the 2022 Canada Reads winner and has been chosen as the 2023 One Book One … player, Fred Sasakamoose, also resonated with non-fiction readers. Other non-fiction titles on the list include: Atlas …

Read Together Regina

… Read Together Regina … Reading to your baby is very important and we want to help … and it begins at birth. Research shows that babies who are read to regularly develop the vocabulary and early literacy skills needed for later reading success. The aim of Read Together Regina is to …

Bridgerton series tops lists of most-read eBooks in 2021

… Bridgerton series tops lists of most-read eBooks in 2021 Submitted by ecampbell on Tue, … ladies of the Bridgerton series proved popular with Regina readers: Julie Quinn's The Bridgerton Collection, Vol. 1 …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… about Level Up! It is Regina Public Library’s online reading and learning program that will be held June 1st to … is to encourage children ages 12 and under to continue to read, attend programs, discover something new, and explore … forms. The point is to keep children actively engaged in reading, learning, and exploring in a way that inspires …

Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… books. And hey, we have a lot of books! Whether you like to read the book before you see the movie, or after, RPL has … no American car had ever done. Go Like Hell transports readers to a risk-filled, glorious time in this brilliant … Tubman's heroic escape and resistance to slavery. But few readers are aware that Tubman went on to be a scout, a spy, …

RPL Staff Picks: From Saskatchewan Cooking to Thrillers

… so thought I would highlight a few of my most anticipated reads. For children, We Dream of Space by Erin Entrada … are three thrillers for adults that I have on my summer reading list. The Return by Rachel Harrison is about a … its walls? In the mood for nonfiction? Here are some must-reads just out that have caught my attention. Fire In …

A book for every podcast

… thought we would pair the two and create a list of books to read similar to or based on popular podcasts. Let’s get … late Michelle McNamara’s I’ll Be Gone in the Dark is a must-read for any true crime fan. It unfolds like the best of a … sleepless nights adds a layer of intimacy to what is an already intense reading experience. This book is also now an …

PressReader

… PressReader … Access leading newspapers and magazines from around …

Changes for Overdrive app users

… Blog Body Overdrive, one of our main providers of digital reading materials, is streamlining its service by making the Libby app the primary way to enjoy reading on your devices, and to provide the best reading experience for everyone. What you need to know: …

A Books4Me Snow Day

… A Books4Me Snow Day Blog Body Ready for a snow day? Ok, we rarely take snow days here in … to my fellow Christopher Moore fans). But are you ready for an entertainment emergency?! We love a good … Fill out our online form to get a personalized list of reading recommendations based on your interests. Then enter …

Goodbye Overdrive App

… Libby app ! The process is simple, and all your Overdrive reading history and holds will be waiting for you. We’ve … for browsing and borrowing, and borrowing on Kobo ereaders will still be supported. Don’t wait! Download the … Me tags also tell us what titles are in demand and what reading interests are popular. We consider both when buying …

A Farewell from our Writer in Residence

… done, met many interesting writers and writers-to-be, and read many unique and interesting works from every genre and … Trevor Herriot, Gail Bowen, and Arthur Slade; my public reading and author talk; and the last one, coming up on May 12 , a “Showcase” of short readings by eight of the writers I’ve worked with over the …

Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples

… publisher for the right reasons. Telling is informing your readers about a situation or character. Showing allows the reader to deduce what you are conveying. How do you do it? … in action and/or use dialogue to paint a picture in your reader’s mind’s eye. For example, instead of stating, “She …

Home Organization for Procrastinators

… Blog Body Home Organizing for Procrastinators I read my home organization books like I read my cookbooks – purely for escapism, and with no plans … or quick lists and summaries, so that you can quickly read all the ways you could theoretically get more …

If you loved Tara Westover’s Educated…

… be high. Are you still waiting to get your copy? Have you already read it and loved it? If so, here are five great readalikes we’re sure you’ll enjoy. Find Educated in the …

Let's Talk About Racism

… You can probably guess that our first recommendation is … read! We’re hearing a lot about Black Lives Matter activism … from your own, through personal stories. A few from my ‘to read’ list are: Angry Queer Somali Boy b y Mohamed … … get involved in the discussion. If you’re not quite ready to start a conversation yourself, look for …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… 3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2 Blog Body Read Part 1 Here is the second of three tips that might help … to make the journey feel worthwhile and meaningful to the reader. Characters need to want something that they can't … (or merely survive). When conflict is clear, you help the reader understand the character’s motivations. The existence …

Four Lessons I Learned Becoming a Writer

… to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” I can’t agree more. To get out … a perfect first draft is a mythical unicorn. Whenever we read a book or a story, we always see the end product. We … She told us she’d do an edit on it. We told her we already had someone go through it and were confident it was …

2020: a year for escape

… and teen materials by 117 per cent! We love young readers – woot woot! We also saw eBook requests expand to … also stocked up on books made popular by TV and movies: readers followed Beth Harmon's journey into competitive … Politics and social justice World events also dictated reader interest, such as the Black Lives Matter movement, …

Shhhh! The piano is sleeping

… the Regina Symphony Orchestra to host our Sounds of Summer Reading program. The event pairs summer reading recommendations with matching music, performed by … Pam from Collections pulls together a list of summer reading recommendations to share, while Gordon finds music …

Our hottest titles are now yours for longer

… fine is just 30 cents a day. No renewals. No holds. Let’s spread the joy of reading and let others have a turn! Maximum 5 titles at a … Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading Services …

Are you noticing longer wait times for your eBooks? Here’s why

… At Regina Public Library we want to support your love of reading and connect you with the books you’re looking for—whether that’s in print or on your favorite reading device. However, our ability to provide you with … newest and bestselling eBook titles. If you would like to read more about this issue, the American Library Association …

10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Diversity

… of languages spoken in your classroom or workplace. 8. Read a graphic novel by a diverse author, available … brought to you by the Royal Saskatchewan Museum . 10. Read an acclaimed book by a voice you haven’t heard. Here are some reading lists to inspire you: Celebrating Asian Voices …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… inspired Betty, who decided to help others learn how to read. “But the library found out that I was an accountant. … at math,’ so I ended up tutoring newcomers to help get them ready for their GED.” These days, Betty volunteers on RPL’s … provide literacy resources for all those who struggle with reading and learning. She also values the work that the …

Most-Borrowed 2024

… to old favourites, this list is packed with the must-read books of the year. Discover what everyone's been … Download the complete list or check out the top three reads in each category: Fiction The Women by Kristin Hannah … Reconciliation by Jody Wilson-Raybould How many have you read? Blog Images Short Title Most-Borrowed 2024 Select Blog …

10 Tips on How to Write Poetry

… of “She felt happy,” use concrete words like “Her smile spread like the glow of a sunrise.” Communicate your theme. … count. Eliminate all unnecessary words, phrases, and lines. Read lots of poetry. Read even more poetry. Blog Images Short Title 10 Tips on …

Family Road Trips

… Don’t get me wrong, solitary activity is great - I read many a good book in my formative years traveling from … and I can’t wait to try some out. Safe travels and happy reading to all the families going on adventures this summer! … Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Children Reading Digital …

Create Your Own Concert Venue at Home

… musical performance featuring Rae Spoon. So, as we get ready for Rae’s performance , we thought we’d share some … dive into Rae’s work by exploring their full catalogue and reading books they’ve written , follow them on social media … and Programming Marketing Tags Music Movies Events Reading …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

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Smells like back to school season

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Why Art Galleries Are The Ultimate Date Spot

… of your visit.) Some people like to build anticipation by reading up on an exhibit first, to research some entry … minimal cost, and are just big enough for a good visit. Be ready for surprises. Maybe the exhibition contains some … Are you the type to watch all the videos? Do you like to read all the panels? Do you want to skip ahead? You may find …

Accessibility Services

… Public Library offers in-branch technology to assist print reading at many locations. These adjustable-height workstations feature: Screen readers: JAWS software reads the print on the computer screen aloud, helping people …

Books4Me for teens and adults

… a teen or an adult Teen Adult What was the last book you read and loved? Format Book eBook eAudiobook Video Do you want your reading list to contain Fiction Non-Fiction Which types of … TV shows or movies? … Are you looking for new books to read? RPL is here to help! Fill out this form and we will …

RPL celebrates Family Literacy Day with city-wide initiative

… RPL is supersizing storytime to celebrate the importance of reading together as a family. With help from many exciting … RPL will throw a city-wide party to share in the wonder of reading. Attachment Regina Public Library Release - …

Library consortium launches nation-wide eBook Club

… Public Library announces the launch of the inaugural One eRead Canada campaign, offered by the Canadian Urban … to 30, 2019. Attachment Regina Public Library Release - OneERead.pdf (168.06 KB) …

Indigenous Voices: Sharing Our Stories

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Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

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Why eBooks Are Better than Paper Books

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Our girls needs empowering role models.

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Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

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How I Improved My Photography at the Library

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So, what is BookTok anyway?

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Check Out These Virtual Tours, Museums, and Activities

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Journaling for writers

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Level Up

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Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

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Cozy Cooking

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