Book Club Program
Book clubs offer numerous benefits for children, fostering a love of reading, enhancing social and emotional skills, and improving academic performance. They encourage teamwork, critical thinking, and communication skills through discussions and shared reading experiences.

Book Club: Online
Student-led Program
Free Drop-In Program
Registration Required
September 2025 - June 2026
1:30 p.m - 2:30 pm
Recommended Age: 8+
-Story/Poetry share and read aloud
-Share your favourite books and current reads with one another
-Create short stories in a group, and on your own
-Program club members can submit their stories to be printed at the end of the program.
Cost of Custom Printed Books: $18.00
Use this link to join the online book club meet: https://meet.google.com/omf-orgx-ohr
Upcoming Program Dates
Monday, January 5th, 2026 - Introduction to Usborne Adventure Gamebooks: Portal of Chaos by Simon Tudhope
Quick Link to Usborne Books and Portal of Chaos Dice Roller and Log Book: https://usborne.com/ca_en/quicklinks/quicklink/portal-of-chaos-hcus
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Benefits of Book Clubs and Reading
Academic Benefits:
Improved Literacy:
Book clubs expose children to a wider variety of books, encouraging them to read more and explore different genres and authors.
Enhanced Comprehension:
Discussions about the books, characters, and themes help children understand the text on a deeper level.
Development of Critical Thinking:
Analyzing characters, plotlines, and themes encourages children to think critically about the literature they read.
Vocabulary and Spelling Improvement:
Engaging in discussions about books and authors can expand a child's vocabulary and improve their spelling.
Stronger Writing Skills:
Participating in book clubs can inspire children to express their ideas through writing, improving their overall writing skills.
Social and Emotional Benefits:
Building Community:
Book clubs create a sense of belonging and community among children, fostering friendships and social connections through shared reading experiences.
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