Auslan Storytime | March & April Sessions

Published on: 13th March 2024

Join Auslan Storytime this term

“I believe a Deaf role model is important to influence children – that sign language is important to have bilingual language”

Mark Hooper, Auslan Storytime Presenter

Interactive storytelling sessions led by a Deaf presenter in their primary language, serving as a positive role model for young Deaf and hard of hearing children and fostering early literacy development.

The Auslan Storytime program is:

Led by a Deaf presenter in their first language (Auslan)
Providing accessible stories and a role model for Deaf and hard of hearing kids
Supporting early literacy and communication in Auslan and English
Nurturing social skills in a fun, family-friendly environment
Free and open for parents to attend

Auslan Storytime sessions are hosted at the following libraries across NSW during School Term 1

City of Ryde – North Ryde Library

Catch Auslan Storytime at North Ryde Library from 9:45am – 10:15am, fortnightly on Saturdays.

Bookings essential. Please register all participants, including carers, as spaces are limited. To register and find more information, visit the City of Ryde website.

Upcoming session: 📆 6 April 2024

Fairfield City Open Library – Bonnyrigg Library

Auslan Storytime at Bonnyrigg Library, NSW, is from 11:00am – 11:30am on Saturdays. Parents or guardians are kindly asked to remain present throughout the session.
Registrations required.

For more information about the library program visit the Fairfield City website.

Upcoming sessions: 📆 6 April 2024 and 📆 27 April 2024

Townsville City Libraries

Introducing Auslan Storytime in Townsville, a Queensland-first! Auslan Storytime at City Libraries Flinders Street is from 10:00am – 11:00am on the second Saturday of each month. Bookings not necessary.

Upcoming session: 📆13 April 2024 (Auslan Day)

For more information, visit the Townsville City Council website.

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