
Children and families

How Glasgow Life Libraries can help you and your child
Our regular activities include:
- Bookbug: Songs, stories and rhymes for under-fives, including babies and toddlers.
- Lego Fun drop-in: Aimed at children aged five to 11, who can let their imagination run wild as they build and play.
- S.T.E.A.M: Science and technology with arts and crafts, Lego and K’nex workshops for those aged five to 11.
- CoderDojo: A network of computer coding clubs for young people aged eight to 17.
- Children’s craft clubs: Themes include the seasons, space travel and sport. Get creative with pens, pencils, crayons, colourful paper, ribbons, wool, glue, and pipe cleaners.

2025 Summer Reading Challenge: Story Garden
The Summer Reading Challenge is a fun, free way to help children keep up their reading skills over the summer holidays while making happy memories. Pop into your local library to sign up—kids get an activity pack and collect stickers for each book. Read six to earn a medal and certificate!
2025 Summer Reading Challenge, Story GardenReading from an early age is great for imagination and creativity, as well as language skills. Enjoying books together is a fun way to spend time as a family.
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Libby app
Libby eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines
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Homework resources
Explore our dedicated children's section, where you'll find a range of engaging resources, designed to support your child's learning journey.
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Coderdojo
Glasgow Life Libraries have a network of free Coderdojo coding clubs for young people (ages 8-17).

Every Child A Library Member (ECALM)
Here at Glasgow Libraries we want Every Child A Library Member.
A library card is one of the best gifts you can give your child and its free!
Our library activity programme includes reading challenges and author events for everyone to join in.

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From free baby and family activities to coding clubs, our libraries cater for all ages.
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