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Grades K - 3

Welcome, early elementary educators! On this page you'll find our class visit booking form, book recommendations, information about our digital resources, and more. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We love to help!

How to Get a Library Card

Individuals can sign up online  for temporary access or visit in-person to get a library card. Encourage students to sign up with a parent or guardian.

If you're interested in getting library cards for your class, please contact us by phone, 604.331.3663 or email, childrens.teens@vpl.

How to Check out eBooks and Audiobooks

Watch our Learn with VPL video tutorials. These videos provide a step-by-step guide on how to get a library card, log in to your online account, borrow items from the digital library, and use other digital resources like TumbleBooks.

Remote video URL

For text based directions, see our Register online for a temporary digital card page and VPL to Go eBooks and Audiobooks Guide.

 

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A popular collection of talking picture books for young readers in grades K-6. Has text, animation, music, and narration.

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Everywhere for VPL cardholders
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Language and Literature Subject Icon

A collection of popular children's fiction and non-fiction ebooks and audiobooks.

Access:
Everywhere for Vancouver residents
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A collection of popular French-language ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines.

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Everywhere for Vancouver residents
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Language and Literature Subject Icon

A collection of French language ebooks and eaudiobooks for all ages from Canadian and international publishers.

Une collection de livres numériques et audionumériques pour tous les âges en langue française provenant de maisons d’éditions canadiennes et internationales

Access:
Everywhere for VPL cardholders

More Digital Library Resources

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A multimedia encyclopedia especially for children.

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Everywhere for VPL cardholders
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Culture and History Subject Icon

Includes the complete text of the Canadian Encyclopedia in English and French, interactive resources and timelines of Canadian and world events.

Access:
Everywhere for everyone

Online Resources By Subject

These free online education resources will help students with the B.C. curriculum. A great resource to share with parents and caregivers looking for additional ideas on arts education, social and emotional learning, English language arts, science, math, social studies, physical health, and career education.

New and Noteworthy Books at VPL

To find the hottest titles for kids and teens visit our New and Noteworthy Booklists. Lists are by year and grade level, with notations for starred reviews, Canadian content and topical interest.

Virtual Field Trips

Vancouver Public Library has been privileged to partner with many authors, museums, and organizations to offer a variety of educational student talks and virtual trips.

Check our YouTube Playlist to watch past events and search our events guide for upcoming events.