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The importance of the laws of motion

—Allman, Toney, author.

2016

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Describes how the laws of motion came about, the evidence for them, and how they impact the world today....

The importance of evolution theory

—Currie, Stephen, 1960-

2016

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The importance of cell theory

—Allen, John, 1957- author.

2016

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The importance of plate tectonic theory

—Parks, Peggy J., 1951- author.

2016

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

—Blakely, Roger K. (Roger Kellogg)

1993

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A biography of the composer from his days as a boy wonder to his adult success, his last years, and his death....

Oskar Schindler

—Roberts, Jack L., author.

1996

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Chronicles Oskar Schindler's life during the Jewish Holocaust and his efforts to help his Jewish workers....

Albert Einstein

—Swisher, Clarice, 1933-2019 author.

1994

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A biography of the scientist famous for his theory of relativity....

Louis Pasteur

—Yount, Lisa, author.

1994

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Elvis Presley

—Woog, Adam, 1953-

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An account of the life of Elvis Presley and his contribution to popular music....

Thomas Edison

—Anderson, Kelly C. (Kelly Clark), 1962- author.

1994

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Discusses the life and many accomplishments of the famed inventor Thomas Edison....

Eleanor Roosevelt

—Morey, Eileen, 1923-

1998

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A biography of the first wife of a president to have a public life and career of her own, devoted to helping others and working for peace....

Lorraine Hansberry

—Tripp, Janet, 1942-

1998

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Examines the life and work of this African American playwright and social activist who received great recognition at an early age....

Norman Rockwell

—Durrett, Deanne, 1940-

1997

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A biography of the artist best known for his portrayals of "common people caught in ordinary situations."...

Queen Elizabeth I

—Price-Groff, Claire.

2001

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James Dean

—Oleksy, Walter G., 1930-

2001

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John Glenn

—Tilton, Rafael.

2001

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Mohandas Gandhi

—Furbee, Mary R. (Mary Rodd), 1954-

2000

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Queen Victoria

—Netzley, Patricia D.

1996

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Discusses the importance in history of the queen who ruled England for sixty-four years and during whose reign Great Britain expanded its influence th...

Jim Henson.

—Durrett, Deanne, 1940-

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Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies

… Books That Became Oscar-Nominated Movies Blog Body The 2020 Oscar nominations dropped and a lot of the films being recognized this year are based on books. And …

10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids.

… Story With Your Kids. Blog Body Choose a time and place. The best time is when everyone can be together and comfortable around the kitchen table or other … family gathering spot. Invite everyone to a fun game of, “Let’s Write a Story!” Decide who will be the scribe? …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… Great Writing Books to Consider Character Blog Body One of the great debates people have about writing is: Which is … In my mind, if you are writing truly, honestly, and empathetically, then a character’s wants, actions, and choices …

What's wrong with this picture?

… picture? Blog Body It’s 8 o’clock on a Wednesday evening. The mom-person is on a living room sofa, deep into a massive book with a library marking on its spine: Ulysses . The dad-person sits in a recliner, with Of Mice and Men open …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 2

… Starting Your Novel Part 2 Blog Body Read Part 1 Here is the second of three tips that might help you get started on your novel (and keep going). Consider the importance of conflict and stakes In order for a story to …

Meet the 2024-25 Writer in Residence!

… Meet the 2024-25 Writer in Residence! Blog Body Hello out there. We’re on the air, as an old-style Stompin’ Tom hockey … in Italy called Jelsi. Since coming to Canada at the age of four, I have lived in Montreal, Vancouver, Glen …

Make Settings Come Alive

… you’re sitting right now, have a look around. Notice the pictures on the wall; what’s on the table or desk in front of you; the kind of chair or couch you’re sitting on. What …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… to read! Every February, Canadian libraries come together to raise awareness about the importance of intellectual freedom. Intellectual freedom gives us the …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… I know that we artsy-fartsy types (as we were called in the 1960s in an era when reduplicative words were making the rounds) are not supposed to go anywhere near those … data might contaminate our imaginations. So I was aware of taking a risk when I registered for the recent A Taste of …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats Blog Body Graphic novels are a popular format for … skills. Oh, and they're thrilling! And while images of superheroes might be the first thing that pops into your …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… How To Find The Next Great Series Blog Body I will always have a soft spot for series books in my heart. When I was young, I … 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 …

Libraries: Spaces of Possibility

… Libraries: Spaces of Possibility Blog Body Libraries are important to writers for many reasons – they house books that remind writers of their goals and potential, and they carry other research …

Explore Canadian Art Online

… Explore Canadian Art Online Blog Body At the Dunlop Art Gallery we’re used to being surrounded by … in! Canadian artists open windows to new ideas and ways of looking at the world. They ask us to think beyond the … of Indigenous artist, Alex Janvier records the beauty and importance of nature in Indigenous world views Rebecca …

Journaling for writers

… I love Jenny, her podcast, and journaling, so I leapt at the chance to chat with her about it. I began keeping diaries as a kid. These days, my scribblings take a few different forms and … scribble each morning by hand (this soothes me and is part of my morning ritual) 2. An INTERSTITIAL JOURNAL: To track …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves Blog Body By Scott Sather As a young professional, you may be worried about the basics of your financial life, like budgeting and …

Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy

… Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy Blog Body Matty has … Matty as his son, and Matty sees Chris as his dad. The two go to the library as part of Matty’s important routine, and routine is critical for …

Let's Talk About Racism

… Blog Body Racism and racial injustice have been all over the media in recent months. With so many stories and … If you’re feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to join the discussion about racism and racial injustice, we can … on Black Lives Matter in Canada gives an overview of the most urgent issues facing the Black community in …

How to Find Hope at the Library

… How to Find Hope at the Library Blog Body Sarah Turnbull is a driven … spaces, including her local library. She is also a mother. When she was 23-weeks pregnant with her daughter … library being available during these difficult times. “One of the things as a mother is you spend a lot of time with a …

A Farewell from our Writer in Residence

… A Farewell from our Writer in Residence Blog Body The time has come for me to say goodbye, Regina. My term as … Residence ends on May 21, when I‘ll head home to Banff, and then further west, to spend the summer on the coast, as I … and management have been tremendously supportive, both of me and of the RPL Writer in Residence program as a whole, …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… when giving is second nature. Blog Body Betty is a veteran of giving back to the Regina community. Over the years, she has volunteered … giving back is second nature. Her parents taught her the importance of helping others, and they led by example. “The …

National Indigenous Peoples Day

… Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada. We’re … Nation’s Cultural Teachings - Learn about the role and importance of the drum to First Nation peoples through …

Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples

… Show, Don’t Tell: Tips and Examples Blog Body One of the writing tips you’ll here over and over again is … to master if you want to be noticed by a publisher for the right reasons. Telling is informing your readers about a …

How Parents Can Teach Through Play

… Through Play Blog Body Liam was only 10-days-old when his mother, Sheila, got him his first library card, showing that … That early learning has now become a weekly ritual, as the two discover together at the library. Sheila is a … it's also just relaxing without having the pressure of a formal plan when you're playing with your child. Sheila …

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 world are participating in Overdrive’s online digital … book club #BigLibraryRead and Regina Public Library is one of them! From April 1st – 15th using the Overdrive or Libby …

Getting out of your comfort zone

… Getting out of your comfort zone Blog Body Joining a book club full of curious humans is one of the best things I’ve ever done for my lifelong learning … die-hard fiction reader of fantasy and horror, so a lot of the books we choose and our discussions about them challenge …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children Blog Body Kids are often awed by police officers in uniform. Something extra … 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 …

Freedom to Read Week

… Freedom to Read Week Blog Body Step into the twilight zone with us, into a world where libraries ban … to Read Week asks everyone to think about the realities of censorship and the importance of intellectual freedom. Every person in Canada …

Pride Reading Roundup!

… Pride Reading Roundup! Blog Body Books let us see through the eyes of others, to explore adventures, places, times, and – most …

Presenting to the RPL Board of Directors

… Presenting to the RPL Board of Directors … Consulting with the public is important to the Directors of the RPL Board. …

Regina Public Library delves into Margaret Atwood’s classic, The Handmaid’s Tale, in city-wide book club.

… Regina Public Library delves into Margaret Atwood’s classic, The Handmaid’s Tale, in city-wide book club. Submitted by … Since its publication in 1985, Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale has sparked debate on misogyny, … religion, tolerance, totalitarianism, and the future of western society. As political extremism is normalized, …

Respected journalist to speak about reconciliation and media at library

… Bird as he shares insights into how media representations of Indigenous people have changed throughout his career. He’ll also talk about the work he’s been doing to teach the next generation of journalists as part of his journey …

Cadmus Delorme to speak at the library for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

… Cadmus Delorme to speak at the library for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation … - 09:10 Add Description Cadmus Delorme, former Chief of the Cowesses First Nation, will speak about the importance of reconciliation and his hopefulness for the …

Cadmus Delorme to speak at the library for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

All Candidates Meet and Greet

… constituents will be able to interact with candidates for the federal election representing all parties at Regina … Public Library’s Meet and Greet All Candidates event. The event takes place on Monday, September 9, from 5 PM to 8 PM on the mezzanine at Central Library. Candidates from every …

How Should You Talk to Children About COVID-19?

… is something I have been grappling with, and I have been on the lookout for tips and resources to help. A helpful and … to students and school families by Greg Enion, Director of Education for Regina Public Schools. He says: Please consider the following ideas to support you and your families in the …

Regina Public Library strives to increase financial literacy in the community

… Public Library strives to increase financial literacy in the community Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, … when Canadians are struggling with increasingly high levels of household debt, and many fear what the future may bring … terms, learning how to master our money is of crucial importance. Attachment Regina Public Library Release - …

Cows and Other Luminaries

… Cows and Other Luminaries … Fafard, Joe (1987) Joe Fafard maintains his focus on the familiar cow, and portraits of friends and artistic luminaries. With these two subject …

Los Tejidos de Mi Vida: The Weavings of My Life

… Los Tejidos de Mi Vida: The Weavings of My Life … Various, Hand Woven Clothing (1995) … in Regina, explore the political, historical and social importance of these colourful and emblematic garments. Essay …

Freedom to Read Week Proclaimed in Regina

… by chardy on Fri, 02/16/2024 - 09:33 Add Description The City of Regina has proclaimed the week of February 18 to 24 as … is an annual event that asks everyone to think about the importance of intellectual freedom. Attachment …

Rhonda Donais named library's Indigenous Storyteller in Residence

… Public Library is pleased to announce that Rhonda Donais is the library’s 2025 Indigenous Storyteller in Residence. … and will support aspiring storytellers to learn how to tell their tales. “I’m always excited to see kids’ reactions to … important to share Indigenous traditional knowledge with the next generation to keep our stories and culture alive.” …

Award winning author, advocate, to speak on civil discourse

… sharing advice and information, talking about his work as the first Civil Discourse Advisor at the University of Toronto, and the importance of finding common ground in conversations about …

Intellectual Freedom

… Public Library supports intellectual freedom and endorses the Canadian Federation of Library Association (CFLA)’s Statement on Intellectual … Freedom and Libraries . This is of such significant importance that it is included in RPL’s Values statement. …

RPL celebrates Family Literacy Day with city-wide initiative

… Add Description RPL is supersizing storytime to celebrate the importance of reading together as a family. With help from many …

Website Accessibility Statement

… … Regina Public Library (RPL) is dedicated to enhancing the accessibility of our website. In pursuit of this goal, we have … accessibility into our mission statement, emphasizing its importance in all aspects of our website development and …