Children and Young People
Children and Young People
Reading to your child will give them a head-start at school and a flying start in life.
Our youngest readers are so important to us that we give them a very special First Library Card featuring Hamish the Bear. It’s easy to join the library, just drop into your nearest East Renfrewshire Library with some identification or complete the online joining form and start your child on the road to a lifelong love of books and libraries.
Upcoming Events
Bookbug Sessions
Spark your wee ones’ imaginations and let Bookbug bring books, reading and learning to life. We run weekly Bookbug sessions in our libraries. Bookbug is perfect for children from birth to 5 years old. Our sessions are FREE, but please pre-book your child’s place here.
Read, Write, Count!
Spark a love of learning and discovery by doing something fun together. Each month we will explore a different theme. It’s FREE so book your place and come along. Join us this month at Neilston Library, Giffnock Library, Mearns Library, Eaglesham Library, Busby Library, Clarkston Library, Barrhead Library and Thornliebank Library
Rise and Shine Storytime Sessions
Rise and Shine Storytime is our monthly activity for pre-school children, we’ll bring stories to life using senses and imagination and will end with a mini-maker activity for little ones to get creative. Our sessions take place at Giffnock Library, Mearns Library, Clarkston Library & Barrhead Foundry.
Brickfast Club!
Monthly themed activity clubs, where each month brings a new adventure – whether discovering the secrets of the sea or creating magical, fantastical worlds! Play and read with fellow budding builders using bricks and LEGO, make new friends, and enjoy a brick-tastic time! Perfect for children aged 5-12 years. Join us for Brickfast Club at Thornliebank Library, Eaglesham Library & Busby Library.
Once Upon a STEM: Stories and Science for Kids
Join us after school for exciting STEM adventures! Build, experiment, play and discover the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and maths. Perfect for curious minds aged 5-8. Every month, a new challenge awaits! Our sessions take place at Clarkston Library, Mearns Library, Barrhead Foundry & Giffnock Library.
Library Explorers
Let’s embark on a journey to discover the world of land, air, and water transportation! Perfect for children aged 5-8. Every month, a new challenge awaits! Our sessions take place at Clarkston Library, Mearns Library, Barrhead Foundry & Giffnock Library.
Harry Potter Day
Celebrate Harry Potter Day with us on Thursday 9th October. Our event will be packed full of creative and exciting activities that celebrate the deep friendships and explore the dark feuds that are in the Harry Potter books. For children aged 5-12 years. Our sessions take place at Clarkston Library, Mearns Library, Barrhead Foundry & Giffnock Library.
October Family Fun
Get ready for creepy crafts, spooky stories and frightful fun at your local Library. For children aged 4yrs+.
Our sessions take place at Neilston Library, Eaglesham Library, Thornliebank Library, Busby Library, Clarkston Library, Mearns Library, Barrhead Foundry & Giffnock Library.