Key Resources

Public Libraries

Public Library Resources
Western Australian public libraries offer a range of services for young people and their families.  Joining the library and borrowing books and other resources is free. Ask at your library today.

Public Libraries in Western Australia
There are 239 public libraries in Western Australia. Use the Australian Libraries Gateway provided by the National Library to find a free library near you.

State Library Services

The Kids' Catalogue
Designed especially for children, the Kids' Catalogue is an easy and fun way to search for the children's resources held in Western Australian public libraries and the Alexander Library Building.

Activities

• Tell Us About Your Prized Possession
  • Teachers Cultural Heritage Resource
  • National Treasures and Our Prized Possessions
• School Holiday Activities

Community Resources

Programs

Children's Book Week
Children's Book Week is a national celebration of Australian Children's Literature. The State Library coordinates and supports programs to mark this event.

Western Australian Young Writers Competitions
There are many opportunities for young writers to enter their works in local writing competitions. A number of public libraries coordinate these programs throughout the State. 

Western Australian Young Readers Book Award
This is a state-wide children's choice award for primary and secondary school children.

Specialised Centre

Fremantle Childrens Literature Centre
This centre provides a focus for all those interested in children's literature. It brings together students, teachers, parents, writers, storytellers, illustrators and specialists in the field. The centre has a program of workshops and events.

Interest/Support Groups

Youth Services
The State Library's Infolink database provides information on a large range of youth/young people's service networks.

Childrens' Services
The State Library's Infolink database provides information on a large number of community groups and government organisations in Western Australia for children, such as playgroups, family centres, toy libraries, etc.

Other Information Resources

Net Links

Education Department of WA : CMIS Curriculum Materials Information Services
A site that includes the CMIS Book Club for upper primary and lower secondary school students.

Young People's Links
Links to sites for information regarding children's literature and kids sites, including publishing, learning and sites just for fun.

Youth Links
Links to sites for youth literature and education. Many of the sites cited in the Young Peoples links may also be relevant.