The Learning Place
Markham Public Library is proud to offer preschool and children programs which reflect the interests and information needs of the community.
Sometimes school is just not enough to cover subjects that matter. Using activity based learning, Markham Public Library provides children programs to help cover topics such as public speaking, math, reading, writing, and STEAM. Our programs provide opportunities to learn, practice, and build social skills inside the library in a safe environment for a great value for price.
Be sure to check out the classes offered at Markham Public Library Learning Place!
Our Programs
Our children's programs are designed by educators and align with the Ontario curriculum from preschool to age 12. We offer weekend and afterschool activity based programs that encourage collaboration, teamwork and social skills in a safe environment.
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S.T.E.A.M & Coding
PC interactive Game Creation, opens a new window
Children will learn a visual programming language allowing them to create and play their own video games on a PC using a simple language.
Ages: 8 to 11 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 2-5, 9AM to 4PM
Cartoon Computer Animation, opens a new window
Introducing the easiest animation program, designed to have your drawings up and moving in minutes! This program is designed to encourage the artist in everyone.
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 29 - Aug 2, 9AM to 4PM
Math
Math Elites + U Camp (grd 1-4), opens a new window
Math Elites + U (G1-4) camp is for young mathematicians at a G1-4 level to gather and investigate interesting math problems and tackle challenging questions together.
Ages: 6 to 10 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 8-12, 9AM to 4PM
Math Elites + U Camp (grd 1-4), opens a new window
Math Elites + U (G1-4) camp is for young mathematicians at a G1-4 level to gather and investigate interesting math problems and tackle challenging questions together.
Ages: 6 to 10 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 22-26, 9AM to 4PM
Preparation for Math (Grade 2)
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This class provides a review of the Grade 2 curriculum. StudentScholars, math program is at an international standard which goes beyond the Ontario Math Curriculum. Students will cover problem solving...
Ages: 7 to 8 years old
Location: Virtual
Dates: July 15-19
Preparation for Math (Grade 3), opens a new window
This class provides a review of the Grade3 curriculum. StudentScholars, math program is at an international standard which goes beyond the Ontario Math Curriculum. Students will cover problem solving...
Ages: 8 to 9 years old
Location: Virtual
Dates: July 15-19
Preparation for Math (Grade 4)
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This class provides a review of the Grade 4 curriculum. StudentScholars, math program is at an international standard which goes beyond the Ontario Math Curriculum. Students will cover problem solving...
Ages: 9 to 10 years old
Location: Virtual
Dates: July 22-26
Preparation for Math (Grade 5), opens a new window
Effective communication includes active listening, thinking and speaking. Participants will develop their confidence in communicating with others for a variety of purposes including information sharing, and more.
Ages: 10 to 11 years old
Location: Virtual
Dates: July 22-26
Preschool Early Literacy
Get Ready School, opens a new window
Children will enjoy fun-filled, cooperative-play activities focusing on literacy, arts, math and science. Participants build emotional skills, self-confidence and independence.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 15-19
Learn to Read: Phonics, opens a new window
This program provides an introduction to identifying the alphabet letters and sounds. This program is geared towards Junior and Senior Kindergarten students.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Location: Virtual
Dates: July 8-12
Get Ready School, opens a new window
Children will enjoy fun-filled, cooperative-play activities focusing on literacy, arts, math and science. Participants build emotional skills, self-confidence and independence.
Ages: 4 to 6 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: Aug 19-23
Reading & Writing
Reading Skills
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Through guided activities, participants develop strategies for reading comprehension. Children learn to select strategies appropriate for different reading activities such as in reading for information.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 15-19
Writing Skills, opens a new window
Through language focused learning activities, students learn how the English language works and how to express their thoughts effectively in writing. Students explore different writing styles.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 15-19
Reading Skills
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Through guided activities, participants develop strategies for reading comprehension. Children learn to select strategies appropriate for different reading activities such as in reading for information.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: Aug 19-23
Writing Skills, opens a new window
Through language focused learning activities, students learn how the English language works and how to express their thoughts effectively in writing. Students explore different writing styles.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: Aug 19-23
Communication Skills
Communication Skills, opens a new window
Effective communication includes active listening, thinking and speaking. Participants will develop their confidence in communicating with others for a variety of purposes including information sharing.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: July 15-19
Communication Skills, opens a new window
Effective communication includes active listening, thinking and speaking. Participants will develop their confidence in communicating with others for a variety of purposes including information sharing.
Ages: 7 to 9 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: Aug 19-23
Language Learning
French Conversation Circle
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French Conversation Circles is a small group event for students who are interested in practising their French oral skills with their peers. Each session, the students will have the opportunity to read out loud.
Ages: 6 to 10 years old
Location: Milliken Mills
Dates: Aug 12-16, 9AM to 4PM
