National Simultaneous Storytime
Free

National Simultaneous Storytime

Date & time
Wed 22 May 2024
12:00pm to 12:30pm
Add to Calendar 2024-05-22 12:00 2024-05-22 12:30 Australia/Brisbane National Simultaneous Storytime <p>National Simultaneous Storytime is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Each year, a picture book written and illustrated by Australian authors and illustrators is selected to be read simultaneously in libraries, schools, homes and children&rsquo;s facilities all over the country and the world! Now in its 24th year, this colourful, vibrant and fun event aims to promote the value of reading and literacy among some of our youngest readers. Dress in your favourite shades of blue and join our librarians as they read this year&rsquo;s book, <em><strong>Bowerbird Blues</strong></em> by Aura Parker.&nbsp; ​​​​​​​Ideal for children aged 3-5 years and their caregivers.</p> Brisbane Square Library, 266 George Street, Brisbane City
Age

3-5 year olds

Cost

Free

National Simultaneous Storytime is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Each year, a picture book written and illustrated by Australian authors and illustrators is selected to be read simultaneously in libraries, schools, homes and children’s facilities all over the country and the world! Now in its 24th year, this colourful, vibrant and fun event aims to promote the value of reading and literacy among some of our youngest readers.

Dress in your favourite shades of blue and join our librarians as they read this year’s book, Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker. 

​​​​​​​Ideal for children aged 3-5 years and their caregivers.

Bookings

Bookings required. Phone Brisbane Square Library on 07 3403 4166 to reserve your place.

Venue

Brisbane Square Library, 266 George Street, Brisbane City

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