Library services for children and teens
We have a wide range of things on offer for children from one day to 14 years. We're sure you’ll find something to catch your eye and ignite your interest and imagination.
Books and activities
In each of our 11 libraries you will find a dedicated children's library, usually stocked with:
- baby books
- picture books
- picture books for older readers, including graphic novels and puzzle books
- beginner reads
- short chapter books
- dual language books
- junior fiction
- teen fiction
- teen fiction
- non-fiction, for all your hobby and homework needs
- audiobooks
- ebooks (you will need your library card and PIN number)
- free online resources, available in the library or at home
As well as our stock there's a range of activities in our children's libraries, including:
- Story Times for older pre-schoolers and their parent or carer
- Rhyme Times for younger pre-schoolers and their parent or carer
- Chatterbooks Reading Groups for readers of any level aged 8 and 11
- Puzzle Time
- activities and events to keep children interested and occupied during school holidays and marking special events
We'd love to welcome you to our local libraries and help you find something you'll love.
Computers and Internet access
Our libraries have computers in the main library or in the children's area. You will need to ask your parent or carer to sign a form before you can use the computers. Ask a member of staff how to use this service.
All computers will shutdown automatically 15 minutes before closing time.
What you can borrow
Books and CDs can be borrowed for up to 3 weeks. You must return or renew your items before the due date to avoid a late fee. If an item on your card has been reserved by another borrower you won't be able to renew, so please return it by the due date.
Children up to 11
Children aged 0 to 11 years can borrow up to 10 items on their card.
Children 12 and over
Children aged 12 and over can borrow up to 25 items on their card.
