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About School-aged Children

At the Library

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About boys

About girls

Books about preteens

Books about the school years

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In My Community

Investing in Children
Investing in Children is a London-based not for profit that works with community partners to identify gaps and create unique opportunities for children and families. Their many projects include Kids First Day, Book Camp London, Art with a Heart, Homework Clubs, Blue Boxes for Books, and Roots of Empathy.  519-433-8996

Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario
The LDAO provides information and support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals.  The LDAO - London Region can be reached at (519) 438-6213.  Ce site est disponible en français.

London Children's Connection
London Children's Connection is a non-profit, family-focused organization which provides high quality child care/early education programs and related services for children and their families in London and surrounding area. Their programs include I'm Home, Montessori Preschool, and their School Age program. You can e-mail inquiries online. 519- 471-4300.

Middlesex-London Health Unit : creating a healthy community ... together!
The MLHU's homepage has an index to information and web site links on a large range of subjects such as physical activity, food & nutrition, and infectious diseases -- to name just a few.
London 519-663-5317
Strathroy 519-245-3230

School Age Resource Guide - 3 to 18 years
This site has contact information for resources in areas such as child care, help & support, holistic care, programs & activities, safety, and special needs. Search by postal code, region, or city.

Thames Valley Children's Centre
Thames Valley Children's Centre is the regional rehabilitation centre for children and young people with physical disabilities, communication disorders, and developmental needs, located in London, Ontario. It provides assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and therapy. Site information sections include Information Resources, Our Services, News & Events, and Referrals. 519- 685-8680.

Websites

CanadianParents.com : Canada's parenting community
This Rogers Publishing group site has message boards, blogs, interesting articles, podcasts, "Ask an Expert" question & answer boards, recipes, and ideas & tips for parents, families, and professionals.

It Starts with You.  It Stays with Him.
The White Ribbon Campaign is a non-profit organization that focuses on challenging men to speak out, educating young people through direct youth engagement, raising public awareness about gender-based violence, working in partnership with women's organizations, and supporting campaigns around the globe to create a future with no violence against women.

Ministry of Children and Youth Services
This site describes the Ministry's programs and sevices.  There is information on such topics as school snacks & meals, getting financial help, and special needs.  Ce site est disponible en français.

Public Health Agency of Canada 
This government site provides information on a wide range of topics including chronic & infectious diseases, travel health, immunization & vaccines, emergency preparedness & response, health promotion, and injury prevention.  Includes an A-Z index.  Ce site est disponible en français.