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Reading and books are more important than ever for contemporary society. Here an image of The Rose Main Reading Room at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building (also known as New York Public Library Main Branch) – an elegant study hall in the heart of Manhattan. Patrick Robert Doyle /Unsplash

Libraries can have 3-D printers but they are still about books

Paulette Rothbauer, Western University

Today’s libraries build communities and provide space for learning new technologies but it is critical that they continue to be about books and reading too.
Many of the classic books of Canadian literature thrived because of women editors, publishers and agents. Some are profiled here: Anna Porter in the 1970s, Bella Pomer in 2015 and Claire Pratt in 1950. Diane Pullan; Facebook; special collections

The impact of women trailblazers in Canadian publishing

Ruth Panofsky, Toronto Metropolitan University

Irene Clarke, Claire Pratt, Anna Porter and Bella Pomer were among the women who changed the face of Canadian publishing. Their achievements deserve our attention.
Whether indoors or outdoors, building a makeshift creative space to share the joy of books lays a foundation for early literacy. (Shutterstock)

7 favourite books for connecting with your preschooler

Lotje Hives, Nipissing University and Tara-Lynn Scheffel, Nipissing University

A book nest - or nook - is a cost-friendly way to model and enjoy literacy with your preschooler that invites their creative involvement and offers space for positive connections to grow.

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  1. Books
  2. Can Lit
  3. Can-Lit
  4. early literacy
  5. Libraries
  6. Literature
  7. Reading
  8. Summer reads

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