Info Guides: Digital Resources for Families: NLPL Digital Library

Early Literacy

Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Early literacy skills are the roots of reading success -- and it is never too early to plant the seed!

To explore more Early Literacy information and resources visit the Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers Guide.

Digital Library

Anyone with a library card can gain FREE access to the NLPL Digital Library. The links below will lead you to the Digital Library home page. From there, enter your library card number and PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number) and sign-in. Forgot your PIN? Go to www.nlpl.ca.

Most of the resources on the Digital Library can be used with an App, available for download at Google Play or the App Store (search Flipster, PressReader, or Libby (for OverDrive).

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HelpNow offers live tutor access for homework help, skills building and test preparation. Live tutoring is available any day from 2PM - 11PM NST, and the Writing Lab and the 24/7 Center options give users the freedom to receive assistance at any time of the day.
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Flipster is a collection of digital magazines to download and read on a device or computer.
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Download the Libby app by Overdrive to borrow eBooks & Audiobooks directly from your favourite device or access the same collection via the Overdrive website!
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Use PressReader to get same-day access to 6,000+ newspapers and magazines from around the world, featuring over 50 languages from over 100 countries. Includes The Telegram, the Globe & Mail and many more.
Please note that access to the Globe & Mail is only available on-site at NLPL branches.
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Digital picture books in French, Spanish and English! Tumblebooks is a collection of interactive eBooks for children ages 0 - 12 that can be used in any web browser.

Centre for Equitable Library Access

CELA (Centre for Equitable Library Acess) provides services to NLPL to support patrons with print, visual, or learning disabilities. Eligible patrons of all ages will find a broad choice of books, magazines and newspapers in accessible formats. Click HERE for more information about CELA, to find out if you qualify and/or to register.

Teachers looking to support their students with print, visual, or learning disabilities should visit the Educator Access Program to find out more details.