Books for children
Children of any age can join the library. It's free and we've got lots to read:
- Large print
- Dual language books (the same story in English and another language)
- Audio books
- First steps (books for new readers)
- Non-fiction (for school topics)
- Junior fiction (for fun!)
- Reference books
You can find all of these using the library catalogue, or by asking at your local library.
Some of our libraries have book groups for children too. We talk about books we've read and we usually have some other fun activities as well. Ask the staff at your local library to find out.
Homework
All of our libraries have books on popular school topics for you to borrow. We've also got reference books, like encyclopedias, and we've got a special children's version of the Encyclopaedia Britannica which you can use on the library computers or on your own computer at home.
If you're at secondary school, you might find some of the books in the adult section useful. You'll need to become a Young Adult member first, and we'll need your parents' permission.
Computers
All of our libraries have filtered internet access for children: if your parents say it's OK, you can use our computers for up to an hour a day for free. We can help you find sites suitable for homework.
Under-5s
Our libraries have lots for under-5s. Your youngsters might like some of these books:
- Board books
- Picture books
- Pop-up books
We've also got activities and events, like Bookstart, Book Crawl and Toddler Tales, for parents and young children to take part in.