June-July 2009

To make a booking phone 03 8664 7555, email learning@slv.vic.gov.au or book online through What's On.

My Type of Book

Enjoy a free guided tour of the magnificent exhibition Mirror of the World: books and ideas to see rare and beautiful books and hear their stories. Followed by an optional half-hour activity, making an illustrated book. (For ages 5 to 12.)
Time: Wed & Fri 1, 3, 8 & 10 July, 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required
Free

Put Yourself in the Story!

In this one-day workshop, learn about famous Melbourne writers and their stories in the exhibition The Independent Type, then put yourself in your favourite story using digital tools, and take it home on DVD. (For ages 8 to 14; each participant receives a copy of the book National Treasures from Australia's Great Libraries.)
Time: Mon 29 June–Fri 3 July, 10.30am–4pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Required
Cost: $40 per child

Ned Kelly for Kids

Visit the exhibition The changing face of Victoria to discover the story of Ned Kelly. See Ned's actual armour, his Jerilderie letter and original photographs, and hear amazing stories of the notorious Kelly gang. Followed by an optional half-hour children's activity, making a replica of Ned's helmet.
Time: Tues & Thurs 30 June, 2, 7 & 9 July, 10.30-11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required
Free

Super-Action Storytelling

Join storyteller Bernard Caleo to discover the Library's galleries and the amazing stories they tell, then make a creative record of the experience!
Time: Sun 28 June & 12 July, 11am–12.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Required
Free

For more ideas see the Children's Activities page.