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School is back next week and that means activities for pre-schoolers are also back at the Whyalla Public Library.
These wonderful free programs have proven extremely popular with the kids and parents during the week days.
They keep the little ones occupied as they get to mingle with other kids, hear some wonderful stories, learn some cool stuff and get stuck in to making things too.
Story Time resumes on Wednesday January 31 and Thursday February 1.
Gigglepots returns on Wednesday January 31 and Friday February 2.
Pre-School Story Time is a program for 2-5-year-olds to share stories, songs and craft activities at the library on Ekblom Street.
Parents are caregivers are welcome to assist as their child develops a love of books and participates in fun activities in the supportive environment of the library.
Each week there is a different theme for the story and the activity and sometimes special visitors.
The sessions last about 45 minutes and they are held during the school terms on Wednesday and Thursday 10.30am and also 2pm on Thursday.
Gigglepots is a fun interactive 1/2 hour session for babies and toddlers full of songs, rhymes and stories using books, musical instruments and puppets to play with.
A great way for baby and parents/caregivers to interact with each other and meet new friends. They run from 2pm on Wednesdays and 10.30am on Fridays.
There is also a toy library at the far end of the children’s library for those that want to stay on a bit longer. There is a wide range of toys, games, musical instruments and kits catering for the early learning, recreational and development needs of pre-school children. You can also borrow two items for two weeks.
There is no need to book for these sessions, just turn up with a few minutes to spare. For information on any of these programs, call the library on 8645 7891.
