Educators

Your Library, Your Classroom

Your library is more than books. We are a learning partner for your classroom.
Kawartha Lakes Public Library offers free resources, services, programs, and learning opportunities to support educators and students throughout the school year.
Whether you are looking for books to support a classroom unit, planning a class visit, exploring digital resources, or looking for your next learning opportunity, we’re here to help.

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How We Can Support You

Bring Your Class to the Library

Introduce your students to their public library with a class visit to one of our 14 branches.
Library staff can help students:
  • Discover books and other library resources
  • Learn how to use the library
  • Build research and information skills
  • Learn how to find and evaluate information
  • Explore digital resources
  • Connect with their local library

Invite Us to Your School

Can’t make it to the library? Library staff can visit your school to support your classroom.
We can work with you to arrange lessons, presentations, or activities based on your students’ needs and learning goals.

Get a Custom Book Bundle

Looking for books to support a classroom unit, project, reading goal, or specific topic? Tell us what you need and we can create a custom selection of books and resources for your students.

Explore Digital Resources

Your library card gives you access to a wide range of digital resources that students can use for learning, research, reading, language learning, and more.


Explore resources available through the library, including eBooks, audiobooks, databases, language-learning tools, and other online resources.

Discover Programs and Events

From educational programs and guest presenters to reading programs and special events, the library offers opportunities for students to learn, explore, and connect outside the classroom.


Stay Connected with the Library

Join the Educator Insider Mailing List

Get library news, resources, and opportunities delivered straight to your inbox.
The Educator Insider is an exclusive email newsletter from Kawartha Lakes Public Library created for teachers, educational assistants, early childhood educators, homeschool educators, and school support staff.
Stay connected with:
  • Classroom-friendly books and resources
  • Library services for educators and students
  • Digital resources and learning tools
  • Class and school visit opportunities
  • Upcoming programs and events
  • New resources and library updates
  • Ideas for connecting your students with the library
Sign up and stay in the know about what your library can offer your classroom.

Have a Question or Need Help?

Not sure which library service or resource is right for your classroom? Reach out to our library staff.
We’re happy to help you find the books, resources, programs, and services that support your students and your teaching goals.