Physical library collections

Our physical library collections include lots of cool things for children and families. You can borrow:

  • Fiction and non-fiction books for children of all ages, reading abilities (in English and other languages), and interest areas (from dinosaurs and unicorns to Minecraft!)
  • Dyslexia-friendly reading materials for children
  • Talking books
  • Comics, graphic novels and manga
  • Children's magazines
  • Boardgames and puzzles
  • DVDs
  • Loanable activity kits including our Stargazing kit, Litter picking kit, and Birdwatching kit

You can search for all of these physical items in our library catalogue (in browser) or via our library app (search for QLDC Libraries in your preferred app store).

Children's Staff Picks - September 2025

Check out the books our children's librarians are recommending this month!

Reading Programmes for Children

1,000 Books Before School

Before School 

1,000 Books Before School is our early literacy programme designed for babies and toddlers. Find out more about the programme and enrol your child now!

1,000 Books At School

At School

1,000 Books At School is a literacy programme designed for all school-aged children (ages 5-18). Find out more and enrol your child now!

Online reading for children

Can't make it to a library branch? Prefer to read and listen to books online? We have a large variety of digital resources to develop your child's literacy.

Online reading

Explore our online reading resources for children in English and other languages, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, digital comics, graphic novels and manga.

Online learning for children

We have a variety of online learning activities and resources, perfect for curious minds and after-school activities!

Online learning activities

Make learning fun with our large range of online learning resources to keep curious kids engaged and entertained!

Other library services for children and families

StoryWalk®

StoryWalks® are a great family activity, encouraging literacy and time spent outdoors. Located in areas of the district where access to a library branch may be limited.

Kid's events at the library

We host regular events for babies and children, including our popular School Holiday Programmes.

Resource hub for parents and caregivers

Our resource hub for parents and caregivers holds a range of resources for home educators and caregivers of children with learning differences.

The Library App

The library app is an easy way to manage your children's library accounts and keep track of items they've borrowed.