Category Archives: Seasonal Display

Halloween Children’s Literature

This month in October, our Children’s Literature display features a selection of books that are appropriate for teaching children about Halloween! Each novel in this display references diverse themes of celebration, courage, and joy through exploration of identity and new … Continue reading

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Commemorate Pride Month with OISE Library

Learn: When we think of the word “pride”, it is usually associated with queer history and the Stonewall riots in America. Canada however has its own rich history and turning points in the obstacles that led to the eventual celebration … Continue reading

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Raising and Teaching Anti-Racist Kids

The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and Regis Korchinski-Paquet have brought much-needed attention to the racist policies and systems that harm Black people in the United States, Canada, and throughout the world. Many parents and educators are … Continue reading

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OISE Library Display: International Women’s Day

On March 8th the OISE library celebrates International Women’s Day with the rest of the world. This day acts as a great platform to reinvigorate or continue discussions surrounding the lived experiences of women all around the world and the varying … Continue reading

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Physical Education in Ontario Schools

With the start of the 2018 Winter Olympics, this month’s historical display takes a look at some of the ways that sports and physical education in Ontario schools has changed! In the early 20th century, physical education was taught as … Continue reading

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