Author Spotlight - James Patterson

James Patterson is an American author who writes fiction for young adults, adults and youth. He started his writing at the age of nineteen. They have made movies and T.V. series from his books such as: Middle School: The Worst Years of my life, Maximum Ride, Kiss the girls, Alex Cross and many more. He had sold 380 million books worldwide, and currently holds the Guinness world record for most #1 New York Times bestsellers.

February 18th is Heritage Day!

This year we celebrate Maud Lewis. A wonderful Nova Scotian artist that expressed herself with brightly coloured paintings of her world. They once sold for $5 each but are now worth 10s of thousands of dollars. To learn a bit about this piece of our heritage, click on the picture below.

February is African Heritage Month

We share an incredible history in this country. Like a story book it has good and bad throughout its pages. It took many different kinds of people to get us here today and it will take many kinds of people to take us to where we are going.

I invite you to learn more about Canada's history

It's Back!!

Hey! It's time to get reading some great books from this year's Teen Reader's Choice book list. This year's list has a great mix of new authors and styles that will take you to places you never expected!

For book trailers, reviews and a complete list of nominated books click on the TRCA link to the right in the sidebar.

Like to read? Have a mind for detail? Like to compete?

Ms. White is seeking students in grades 7 to 12 who are interested in taking part in this year's Battle of the Books. To prepare, students will read from a list of books and keep notes of the details found in each book. Then in May they will battle with teams from others schools to claim the 2019 title. 
Battle takes place at CEC, Truro.

If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, please see

 Ms. White in the library. Click on the "Battle" link to the right to learn more!

Book Fair Success!

Thanks to all who supported this fundraiser. In doing so our library has received $400 in books! Click on the new books link to the right to view what's waiting for you!

                      

FREE DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTION!!!

Outdoor enthusiast join now for your free subscription to Canadian Outdoorsman Magazine!
All you need to do is register your email and you'll have access to several subscriptions from past years to the most current.

Click here to subscribe

October is Mi'Kmaq History Month

Stop by the library to learn about the interesting history and culture of the Mi'Kmaq. Or click on the links in the sidebar under Multicultural/Language.

 

Author of the Month

Stephen King

Click his name or picture for a quick Bio.

Welcome Back!!!

Looking forward to seeing all staff and students!


Doors are open from 8:30am - 3:15pm Mondays & Tuesdays.

See what is waiting for you...