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BPL Learning Academy
OpenShort tutorials on how to use library resources. Also features videos and courses authored by Barrie Public Library staff, like storytimes, reading tips and technical advice.
Take a look at our online Storytimes, Baby Goose and What to Read Next. These are all categories in Learning Academy.
LinkedIn Learning with Lynda.com content
OpenLearn a new skill online, on your time. Over 6,000 video courses in Business, Technology and Creative Skills taught by industry experts.
LEARN | Courses, crafts, how-to guides and more
ArtistWorks
OpenLearn to play a variety of musical instruments with these online video lessons. There also courses on different styles of singing and music, including hip hop scratch.
AtoZ
OpenLearn about other countries in fun and unexpected ways using the links below:
| AtoZ World Food | Explore recipes and food culture in all countries of the world |
| AtoZ Food America | Find out about recipes and ethnic food culture in the United States |
| AtoZ World Travel | Research cities of the world. Ideal for explorers or armchair travellers. |
| AtoZ World Business | Facts focused on the business and economic aspects of world countries. |
| AtoZ Maps Online | Full colour modern and historical maps of regions of the world. Great for geographers and writers. |
| LingoLITE | Learn the basics of 30 languages using video and audio clips |
Note: The Publisher has provided temporary access while libraries are closed due to COVID-19.
Auto Repair Source
OpenGet the detailed information you need to tackle vehicle maintenance and repairs. Includes step-by-step service and repair procedures, labour estimating tool, photos, illustrations, diagrams and more.
This replaces our former subscription to Chilton Library.
BPL Learning Academy
OpenShort tutorials on how to use library resources. Also features videos and courses authored by Barrie Public Library staff, like storytimes, reading tips and technical advice.
Take a look at our online Storytimes, Baby Goose and What to Read Next. These are all categories in niche Academy.
Creativebug
OpenWatch and learn from award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. This includes sewing, quilting, jewellery making, recipes, Cricut projects and much more. You can also watch Creativebug TV for inspiration and entertainment!
Try out the Crafting at Home programs. This is a specially created series of classes and projects to tide you through your time at home. One will be released each week. Remember to login, comment on your project and upload pictures!
Crafting at Home: Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Week 6
G1.ca
OpenOnline driver education program containing the following Ontario-specific information: 6 G1 practice tests for cars, 1 M1 practice test for motorcycles; 1 G1 test simulator (cars), 1 M1 test simulator (motorcycle); an FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ MTO-related questions. A great companion to the MTO driver's handbook. Other MTO handbooks are available online.
Goldfish School
OpenOnline courses for learning English or French, using visual and audio exercises and tests. Includes sections to prepare for the TOEFL English-language tests.
LinkedIn Learning with Lynda.com content
OpenLearn a new skill online, on your time. Over 6,000 video courses in Business, Technology and Creative Skills taught by industry experts.
Little Pim
Open10 language programs for kids ages 0-6 including Arabic, Chinese, English/ESL, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish.
Mango Languages
OpenLearn over 70 languages through interactive lessons and activities, including Spanish, English, French, German, Korean – and even Pirate!
PebbleGo
OpenReading and research tools for Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 3. Learn about exciting topics like Animals, Science and Dinosaurs. Includes text, audio, video and printable activities.
Note: The Publisher has provided temporary access to the items below while libraries are closed due to COVID-19:
- Additional access to Biographies and Social Studies modules
- Parent Resources - Questions of the Day plus activities
- Free Remote Learning Resources - Downloadable activities to do from home
- Indoor Reading Bingo Card and free e-books
PebbleGo Next
OpenInteractive education for Science, Biographies and Social Studies - Grades 5-8. You can use e-books with audio read-back, games, quizzes and videos showing you experiments you can do at home.
Note: The Publisher has provided temporary access while libraries are closed due to COVID-19.
TechBoomers
OpenFree articles and blogs to help you learn how to use popular websites and apps like Facebook, Netflix and Amazon.
TumbleMath
OpenTumbleMath is a comprehensive collection of math picture books for grades K-6 complete with animation and narration.
Note: The Publisher has provided temporary access while libraries are closed due to COVID-19.
Universal Class
OpenHundreds of online courses for continuing education and personal development. Learn at your own pace whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you, and get help from certified instructors.