Resources for Parents and Guardians
At Richmond Hill Public Library, we’re committed to supporting parents and guardians who are nurturing their children's literacy interests and skills. Discover age-appropriate books, programs, kits, and resources to make the job a little easier.
Literacy Resources
The library supports many forms of literacy through the development of reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing. Learn more about various types of literacy and explore early literacy practices to connect with your child.
Types of Literacy
Learn about various types of literacy that go beyond traditional reading.
Early Literacy Toolkit
Explore these early literacy practices to help you and your family build up a love of literacy and learning.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Explore library programs for kids and families all year long! From favourites like Family Storytime, Stories & Crafts, and Babytime, these programs help to develop and build reading and oral language skills through read alouds, music, and rhyme.
Homework Help
Students in York Region have FREE access to many academic online research tools from home, 24/7. All a student needs is their RHPL library card number, (no spaces), and four-digit PIN.
Kermode Education
Kermode is a digital resource that helps parents teach kids fundamental digital literacy and critical thinking skills that will help them safely and smartly navigate the media they encounter. Copy and paste the URL of any webpage into its evaluator and Kermode will analyze the page for accuracy, bias and timeliness to help you determine whether it is a reputable and authoritative source of information. Kermode’s resources for families will help you to empower your kids to be confident digital citizens.
Kanopy and Kanopy Kids
Kanopy and Kanopy Kids is a video streaming service that provides instant access (no wait times or holds) to thousands of critically-acclaimed and culturally-diverse films, documentaries, and Kids favorites.
Log in with your library membership to access over 30,000 films and more on your desktop, TV, or mobile device.