Preschool story time
International Day of People with Disability
Wednesday, December 02
10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading. This session will also focus on learning some AUSLAN signs for international day of people with disability.
What to expect:
- International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations observed day held on 3 December each year.
IDPwD Storytime Takeover is to recognise International Day of People with Disability and to raise awareness of disability. - This story time will include reading books depicting different disabilities, songs incorporating AUSLAN key word signs and activities, to promote awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.
- Children are invited to join in with actions, sing along, and read together with a parent or carer.
- The program is facilitated by a library staff member.
- At Waurn Ponds Library the group size can vary between 10 and 25 children, depending on who turns up on the day.
- The content is designed for children aged 3-5 but all preschool ages are welcome.
Bookings and supervision:
- Bookings are not required – you are welcome to drop in on the day!
- Children must be supervised by a responsible person (adult or carer) in our libraries and our programs.
Further information:
If you have any questions about this program, please contact the library on the details below.
Waurn Ponds Library
Hours
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Waurn Ponds Library
| Mon, Nov 02 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Nov 03 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Wed, Nov 04 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Thu, Nov 05 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, Nov 06 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Nov 07 | 9:00AM to 1:00PM |
| Sun, Nov 08 | 2:00PM to 5:00PM |
Tel: (03) 4201 0670
About the Library
Waurn Ponds Library is located next to LeisureLink aquatic and fitness centre, over the road from Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. The modern building features a children’s area on the ground floor with a semi-outdoor reading deck and family room. The first floor offers flexible areas for reading and study, and large non-fiction and young adult collections. Other features include public access PCs, free WiFi, coffee and vending machines, and a meeting room for community hire. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here.