Published on: 30th January 2025
Join Auslan Storytime this term starting in early February
“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 Sydney – Glebe Library
Auslan Storytime at Glebe Library is from 11:30am – 12:00pm on Saturdays.
Bookings not necessary. For more information, visit the City of Sydney website.
Upcoming sessions:
City of Ryde – North Ryde Library
Catch Auslan Storytime at North Ryde Library from 10:15am – 10:45am, fortnightly on Saturdays.
Bookings are not required. To register and find more information, visit the City of Ryde website.
Upcoming sessions:
Auslan Storytime sessions are hosted at the following libraries across QLD during School Term 1
Townsville City Libraries
Introducing Auslan Storytime in Townsville! Auslan Storytime at Citylibraries Flinders Street is from 10:00am – 11:00am on the second Saturday of each month. Bookings not necessary.
Upcoming session:
For more information, visit the Townsville City Council website.
NEW LIBRARY: Cairns Regional Council Library
Introducing Auslan Storytime in Earlville Library in Cairns! Auslan Storytime at Earlville Library at Earlville Shopping Town is from 10:30am – 11:15am on select Saturdays. Bookings not necessary.
Upcoming sessions:
For more information, visit: https://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library/whats-on/library-events/first-5-forever/auslan-storytime/auslan-storytime
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