For the past 20 years, The Word On The Street has been renowned for the quality and diversity of its family programming and our 21st edition is shaping up to be no different.

Here’s a quick glimpse of what families can enjoy in KidStreet in 2010:

KidStreet Exhibitor Marketplace

Some of Canada’s top children’s publishers will be on-hand showcasing their newest books and magazines!

KidStreet Activity Guide brought to you by the editors of Owl and Chickadee

We are pleased to announce that Owlkids will be presenting our KidStreet Activity Guide again this year!  All of the info you need on our fantastic children’s programming will be available in this guide, plus activities featuring some of Chirp, ChickaDEE and Owl's most loved characters!

Programming Venues

Children’s Activity Tent

geared to ages 4-11

This venue will feature creative crafts and interactive presentations inspired by new children's books, plus music and animals too!  Confirmed participants include: Jason Bone, Music with Nancy and Frieda Wishinsky!

Children’s Reading Tent

geared to ages 4-11

Come and see some of Canada's most renowned children's authors and illustrators present some of the best children's books of 2009.  Confirmed participants include: Rebecca Eckler, Susin Nielsen and George St-Aubin. 

TVOKids Stage

all ages

Come wish your favourite personalities from TVOKids a happy 40th birthday as they take the stage for a day of fun-filled literacy-focused entertainment including music, stories, readings and interactive sessions.  Confirmed participants include: Gisèle, Polkaroo and Melvin. 

Make sure to check out the author page for a list of all of the confirmed authors!

And visit our Adopt an Author page to find out how you can support both your favourite authors and The Word On The Street Toronto.