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. Additionally, book clubs can create a sense of community, promote empathy, and provide a safe space for exploring emotions and ideas.

Book Club @ Scarborough Civic Branch Library
Student-led Program
Free Drop-In Program - 10 Sessions
No Registration Required
September 8th - June 1st
1:30 p.m - 2:30 pm
Recommended Age: 6+
-Story/Poetry read to group each month
-Share your favourite books 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
Program Dates
Monday, September 8th, 2025 - Reading 3 Cultural Versions of the Beloved Fairy Tale Little Red Riding Hood (A German Fairy Tale: Little Ted Riding Hood, A Italian Fairy Tale: The False Grandmother, A Taiwanese Fairy Tale: Grandaunt Tiger)
Writing Activity: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M-cWmVWA2886fx6zVWhsJhCR3C6fDjywSUtkA6iIKsI/edit?usp=sharing
Monday, October 6th, 2025 - Reading Poems from Where The Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein
Monday, November 3rd, 2025 - An Introduction to Lord of the Flies by William Golding
Monday, December 1st, 2025
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Monday, June 1st, 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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