Recommended Reading
Reading suggestions from the librarians of Western Counties Regional Library.
Spring Cleaning
Begone, winter blues and household clutter! Crack open your windows and let the spring air in with this booklist all about cleaning. To see the list of titles, click here.
Anti-Racism Resources
March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. It is recognized yearly and aims to promote equality and combat racism. Learn more about anti-racism with this non-fiction booklist for adults. To see the list of titles, click here.
Celebrate Spring
Welcome spring! Say hello to budding trees, baby birds, and warmer weather with these picture books celebrating the new season. To see the list of titles, click here.
Say Cheese
Who doesn’t like cheese? This booklist is all about making and eating this popular dairy product! And for those who don’t eat the real thing, don’t worry – we’ve got some dairy-free options too. To see the list of titles, click here.
Celebrate Freedom to Read Week
Freedom to Read Week takes place every February and encourages Canadians to think about and celebrate intellectual freedom. This list features titles that have faced challenges across North America. Check one out today and celebrate your freedom to read with the whole family! To see the list of titles, click here.
Heritage Day 2025
The 2025 honouree for Heritage Day is Nora Bernard. Nora Bernard was a Mi’kmaq activist and survivor of the Shubenacadie residential school. Through her activism she fought for compensation for the survivors of the residential school system. Learn more about the residential school system in Nova Scotia and across Canada with this booklist for all ages. To see the list of titles, click here.