Resources for Educators

Calgary Public Library supports educators with curriculum-aligned resources and programs that enhance classroom learning. Access grade-specific booklists, literacy programs that spark a love of reading, Library tours, and classroom visits from expert staff. Whether you are looking for something to add to your lesson plans or opportunities to spark excitement in your classroom, the Library is your trusted resource.

Library Programs for Classrooms

Grades K – 6 | 1:30 pm

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Caretakers of the Land X Ultimate Summer Challenge: Puppetry with DerRic Starlight

Join Tsuut’ina and Blackfoot puppeteer DerRic Starlight for Indigenous storytelling and puppet-making as students explore performance and creativity. This session also introduces the Ultimate Summer Challenge and how to join.

Ultimate Summer Challenge Kick Off Events

Learning Resource Library and Free Teacher Resources

Book Study Activities

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Book a Library Workshop

Workshops go beyond a basic presentation. A Library staff member will visit your classroom virtually and engage and interact with your students to support learning.

Debunk the Junk: Media Literacy
Students in grades 4 – 6 will learn how to verify sources from online media and identify trustworthy information. They will learn how to use the “5 Ws” to identify if a source is trustworthy.

True Story, Better Source: Media Literacy
Students in grades 7 – 9 will learn how to evaluate and verify information and reject misinformation. They will learn about lateral reading, helping them become savvy media consumers.

Additional Media Literacy resources

School Support Librarian

Need fresh ideas, information, or insight? The School Support Librarian brings Library support to your school when you need it. Whether you're a school administrator or educator, or teaching online or in a classroom, we can pair you with one of our knowledgeable staff. We will work with you to identify areas that could benefit from Library support.

To book a one-on-one consultation, please use our booking calendar.

Caretakers of the Land

Caretakers of the Land  is a virtual program for Grades K – 6. In this program, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, authors, illustrators, performers, and Library staff share the diverse perspectives and ways of knowing of First Nations, Métis and Inuit people living in Alberta.

Access Caretakers of the Land Resources

Download our Educators' Guide

Apply to be a facilitator

Land Acknowledgement Resources for the Classroom

Treaty 7 Children's Land Acknowledgement Video (Grades K – 3)

Treaty 7 Children's Land Acknowledgement Flannelgraph Video (Grades 4 – 9)

Resources for Educators