Library Services Update
HPL is recovering from the City of Hamilton's cybersecurity-related incident, which began Sunday February 25 and continues today. Learn more.
- Public computers are available at all branches. JAWS (Job Access With Speech) computers are not available.
- Printing is available at all branches.
- Photocopying and scanning is available at all branches except at Westdale and Concession.
- Public Wi-Fi is available at all branches.
- Makerspace services are available at select locations.
Contact Library Staff at 289-779-7588, hpl.ca or askus@hpl.ca. Check hpl.ca/events for programs and hpl.ca/hours for open hours.
100 books for Early Readers
You are your child's first teacher. You are their best teacher. Your child's learning starts at birth.
To help support early literacy at home, we've created this list of some of our favourite books to enjoy with your child during their first five years.
Rediscover classics, explore something new, and read what you love.
Check out our catalogue and request these titles. We have grouped them by subject for you!
HPL also offers some of the titles in French:
You can download and print the 100 Books to Read Before Starting Kindergarten brochure or pick up a copy at your local branch.
