Keeping your children entertained over the long summer holidays can be a challenge. Your local library can help!

Aside from our Summer Reading Challenge, we've got a comprehensive range of eResources that can help you keep your kids entertained over the holidays.

From space to history, nature, crafts and more - all of these resources are free for library members. Learn more about each of them below.

Beamakids+

All the best films for your kids in one place. With the option to apply Beamakids+ filter to keep kids safe.

Britannica Library for Kids

Britannica Library Kids is a colourful and easy-to-use interactive version of the Encyclopaedia Britannica, full of engaging age-appropriate content. Great for primary school aged children.

To get started on any device:

  • Click this link and enter your library card number (beginning with M or QL) and pin/password

If you need help we suggest logging in and visiting the Britannica Library help page.

Creativebug

Experience the joy of making and creating with thousands of online art and craft video classes taught by top designers and artists.

You can follow a wide variety of creative classes and workshops for children at every age or browse their printable kits, patterns and colouring in sheets for independent crafting.

To get started:

  • Click on this link and login using your library card number and pin/password
  • The first time you sign in you'll then need to create an account with an email and password
  • Tip: You can also download the Creativebug app for use on a mobile phone or tablet.

If you need help we suggest visiting the Creativebug help page.

Gale Elementary

Did you know penguins can’t fly but they are excellent swimmers? Your children can learn about these flightless friends and so much more.

This simple-to-use digital resource helps kids become comfortable researching by allowing them to move at their own pace to find information on a wide range of topics with kid-friendly visuals and prompts.

National Geographic Kids

Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space with the National Geographic Kids magazine. Recommended for kids aged 6-14.

To get started on any device:

  • Click this link and enter your library card number (beginning with M or QL) and pin/password

If you need help we suggest logging in and scrolling to the bottom of the page to access the help centre.