Kids

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Brick Club - Taupō Library

Hey kids! Come and get creative at Brick Club at the Taupō Library.

It's on the first Wednesday of every month from 3.30pm to 5pm (outside of the summer school holidays) and is suitable for children between 5 and 12 years of age. It’s free and all the bricks are supplied. Please don’t bring your own or they will get mixed up!

Parents/caregivers must stay with their child or children and your wonderful brick creations will stay in the library after the session.

Venue: Taupō Library, Story Place, Taupō
When: The first Wednesday of every month, 3.30pm to 5pm (outside of the summer school holidays).
Age: 5 to 12 years
Cost: Free
Registration: Please email your child’s name, age and caregiver’s details with the subject Brick club to taupolibrary@taupo.govt.nz

Toddler Time - Taupō Library

Stories, rhymes, crafts, songs and fun! Come along and share a story, get crafty and move those happy feet - it's free to attend.

Venue: Taupō Library, Story Place, Taupō
When: Every Wednesday at 10.30am (note sessions will resume early in 2023).
Cost: Free

Please note the Tiny Toes sessions at Turangi Library have been cancelled until further notice.

Fun and games

There are some great e-resources for kids online. Have a look at some of the favourites below.

Friv - Games, games, games! So many to choose from and they are all free.

Poptropica - Interactive learning games, online books and comics.

Dr Seuss - Jam packed with books, videos, games and activities Dr Seuss online is a fantastic resource for parents and children alike. Re-read your favourite stories learn more about the author or create your own Who!

Sesame Street - Fantastic list of activities and fun for kids from literacy and reading to numbers, thinking skills and science. Learn while having fun with your favourite Sesame Street characters.

Lego online - Who didn't grow up with Lego? Now you can play online, build and share your creations with others online, learn and explore creations made by other people.

Geronimo Stilton World - Explore New Mouse City and take part in an adventure with Geronimo, Thea, Trap and Benjamin.

BBC for Children - Create, watch or play, lots to do on the BBC page with a changing and dynamic focus each week. Learn about different animals or share your favourites. BBC Children's pages offer lots to keep kids learning.

ABC Ya! - ABC Ya! is a site that mixes education fun and technology part of a new movement towards making learning fun. With all sorts of fun games from making your own word search to typing games and treasure hunts.

Dyslexia-friendly books

Taupo Library has a collection of dyslexia-friendly books!

For those who struggle with words, reading is not always fun, and it's easy to lose heart and stop trying. These books are designed to appeal to young people who have dyslexia or are reluctant to read and help them develop a love of reading.

We encourage all kids to explore the collection and suggest dyslexia-friendly books for us to buy!

To find out more about the books see this information booklet from publisher Barrington-Stoke.

Kids Crazy Good Reads

We have counted the votes of hundreds of local children and created a list of the most popular and loved books across our district.

Taupo District Libraries presents to you the Top 50 Kids' Crazy Good Reads!

Thanks to everyone who voted for their favourite books. From cheese loving mice to smart sheep to wimpy kids there is something for everyone.

Homework help

Homework help websites

Any Questions - Any Questions is a site where you can ask a librarian any questions using online chat.

Te Ara - Encyclopedia of New Zealand - A comprehensive look at New Zealand people, history, cultures and environment.