Storytelling resources for primary and kinder teachers

Sue Dymoke, Melbourne UNESCO City of Literature Virtual Writer in Residence at State Library Victoria, has designed three activities to help inspire young minds to explore the Library's collections and stretch their writing muscles.

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Sally Rippin, creator of the much-loved Billie B Brown and Polly and Buster series.

Watch story talks with Sally Rippin. 

Hear from the author of The secret library of Hummingbird house.

Watch story talks with Julianne Negri.

Explore hundreds of videos including collection deep dives, Storytime and author programs.

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Hear from the author of The orchard underground.

Watch story talks with Mat Larkin.

Discover resources and lesson ideas for English and creative writing.

View resources and lesson ideas. 

Professional magicians share mind-bending tricks from the collection.

Watch the science of magic. 

Explore our free programs for children and families at the Library. Childcare and Kinder groups welcome.

View our free programs for children and families. 

Hear from the Indigenous author and inaugural Children’s Laureate, Boori Monty Prior. 

Watch story talks with Boori Monty Pryor.

Hear from multi-award winning poet and author of The incredible freedom machine, Bindi and kindred. 

Watch story talks with Kirli Saunders.

Hear from author and illustrator of Slow down world and You might find yourself. 

Watch build a dreamscape with Tai Snaith.

Hear from the author Secrets of a schoolyard millionaire and The power of positive pranking. 

Watch story talks with Nat Amoore.

Work through this creative writing workshop with Rawah Arja. 

Watch a children's creative writing workshop. 

The Ergo website provides tips and tricks to help develop students' research and critical literacy skills. 

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