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Te taiwhanga tamariki
Children’s space
Our dedicated Taiwhanga Tamariki | Children’s Space on the ground level opens a window to a world of stories, colour and creativity. It’s a place to spark imagination and grow a love of learning.
Everyday discovery for tamariki and whānau
Cosy reading nooks, soft seating areas, and playful corners
Displays and activities that change with seasons and celebrations
Comfortable amenities for caregivers to get some respite while out in the city
Story times, pop-up sessions, clubs, and events for tamariki of all ages
Stories for every stage
With over 40,000 books for tamariki, the collection supports readers at every stage.
Pūrākau and stories of mana whenua and iwi across Aotearoa
Graded early readers, dyslexia-friendly books, and Vox books with in-built audio
Books for tamariki in more than 30 languages
Movies, audiobooks, music and more in our AV collections
