TumbleBooks
Animated picture books read by different narrators. This resource also includes educational videos, games, puzzles, and more.
Overdrive/Libby
Borrow up to 10 titles at a time of popular eBooks, eAudiobooks, and magazines for those of all ages.
Solaro
Aligned to the Alberta Curriculum, Solaro offers study help and exam prep for Math, English/LA, and Science for grades 3-12, and Social Studies for grades 6, 9-12. This resource has quizzes, tutorials, and you can create your own flashcards directly on the site.
Upcoming Read Alouds
Lisa Ann Walter
A Day at Abbott Elementary
FRI., MAY 8, 9:30 AM MDT
ABOUT THE BOOK:
It’s just a normal day at Abbott Elementary. That is, until Miss Teagues finds a squirrel hiding in her second-grade classroom! But the sneaky critter isn’t the only problem. The squirrel has been hiding acorns in the walls—and the nuts have caused a huge crack, which is spreading all over the school! Can the teachers work together to find the squirrel and its stash of acorns before it’s too late?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week by reading along with Lisa Ann Walter, who plays Ms. Melissa Schemmenti on the hit ABC comedy Abbott Elementary.
Grades K-3
Cátia Chien and Matthew Burgess
Fireworks
FRI., MAY 8, 11:00 AM MDT
ABOUT THE BOOK:
As a steamy summer day sizzles into evening, two siblings eagerly anticipate a special night—the Fourth of July! With a loud POP, the fireworks display begins, and everyone in the city looks skyward to take in the spectacular sights. Winner of the 2026 Caldecott Medal for most distinguished American picture book for children.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week by reading along with author Matthew Burgess, and drawing along with Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Cátia Chien.
Grades K-3
A Green Bay Packers Give Back event with Illustrator Pete Oswald
The Big Cheese
FRI., MAY 8, 12:00 PM MDT
ABOUT THE BOOK:
The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best?
ABOUT THE READER:
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with a player from the Green Bay Packers, who will be joined by Pete Oswald, illustrator of the bestselling Food Group series.
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Hello!
My name is Mrs. Frey and I am the new Learning Commons Facilitator for Discovery Trails Online School.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with me, request a book or provide feedback my email is kfrey@rvschools.ab.ca
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