Book Week / Library Visit and Book Nook
Library Visit and Book Nook
Children visit the school library to borrow books, then help set up a cosy reading nook back at the service.
How to run it
- Arrange a visit with the school library.
- Children choose books to borrow.
- Back at the service, set up a cosy reading nook together.
- Display the borrowed books in the nook.
- Enjoy quiet reading time.
You will need
- cushions
- books
- library bags
Make it easier or harderYounger children can choose picture books; older children can recommend books to others.
SafetyFollow supervision ratios for moving between spaces.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 4Children connect with community resources and build reading habits.
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