Libraries - children's services
North Yorkshire's libraries have a huge range of books, audio books, CDs and DVDs for children of all ages. We can also provide Bookstart resources for the under fives.
Most of our libraries have an area for children to sit and relax, look at books and be read to. We also have regular storytimes and fun activities for children of all ages during the year, both in and out of school holidays. Whatever your age, you can find something worthwhile in our libraries. It is also free to join the library and you can even join online. See the how to join page for details. Library services for the under fivesIt's never too soon for your baby to join the library and start sharing books together. Every library has baby board books and picture books and there are no charges for lost or damaged children's books. Many of our libraries also have free 'storytime' or 'rhymetime' sessions for under fives, see your local library for details. You can also request your Bookstart gifts from any library or the Supermobile. See below for the Bookstart resources available. Our 'family matters' collection is available to help give advice to families. It covers many topics, from coping with tantrums (be it toddler or teen) to healthy eating and party games. Bookstart packs for the under fives There are a range of Bookstart packs for children under five. Find out more below, including how to receive these free gifts. .jpg "Bookstart bag for babies") | Bookstart bag for babies (for children under one) To receive the Bookstart bag for babies, ask your health visitor or request a bag from your local library. | .jpg "Bookstart treasure bag") | Bookstart treasure bag (for three year old children) The Bookstart treasure bag will be given out annually through your child's early years setting (nursery, playgroup or pre-school) or you can request a bag from your local library. | .jpg "Booktouch pack") | Booktouch (for visually impaired children) Booktouch is a free pack of books and guidance materials that aims to give a love of books to blind and visually impaired children from new born to four years old. These are available from the Bookstart development officers. | .jpg "Bookshine pack") | Bookshine (for hearing impaired children) Bookshine is a free pack of books and guidance materials that aims to give a love of books to deaf or hearing impaired children from new born to four years old. These are available from the Bookstart development officers. |
Dual language books Bookstart books and guidance materials are available in a variety of community languages. Contact the Bookstart development officers for more information. Bookstart bear club The Bookstart bear club is available at your local library for under fives when they become library members. They can collect paw prints as a reward for borrowing books, which go towards receiving a certificate. There are ten to collect. Library services for teenagersThere is a lot available for teenagers in North Yorkshire's libraries. We have books and other resources to help with studies. We also have the latest DVDs, CDs and graphic novels available. See the libraries - teenagers page for more details.
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Libraries - children's services - frequently asked questions
Library services for children [419kb] [pdf]
There is something for children of all ages in North Yorkshire’s libraries. This leaflet provides details of resources and activities for children at your local library. It also includes information about how to join the library.
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- 4Learning
This site from Channel 4 is packed full of fun and learning and is for both teachers and students at pre-school, primary and secondary school levels. Select a section for learning online or get help with homework.
- Books for Keeps
Books for Keeps is an independent children’s book magazine that reviews hundreds of new children’s books each year and publishes articles on every aspect of writing for children, including interviews with top children’s authors and illustrators.
- Bookstart
Bookstart is the national programme that encourages all parents and carers to enjoy books with children from as early an age as possible, with a view towards every child in the UK developing a lifelong love of books.
- Booktrust
Booktrust is an independent national charity that encourages people of all ages and cultures to discover and enjoy reading. The reader is at the heart of everything we do.
- healthyBooks
The books listed on this web site may be of interest to anyone working with children, particularly children with physical or emotional problems.
- Stories from the web
Lots of stories, games and other activities for children to enjoy. The site features sections for different age groups to enjoy (birth to seven, seven to eleven and 11 to 14).
- The Reading Agency
The Reading Agency is an independent charity which inspires more people to read more.
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