Idea sharing - Why libraries and IKC’s?

Why do you think libraries and IKC’s were chosen for First 5 Forever? Contribute your thoughts to the discussion forum below. Please feel free to comment on or reply to any other contributions.

Discussion

Jason Jia, 2024/01/30 13:32
Libraries are community hubs accessible to a broad demographic, making them an ideal location for reaching families with young children, and they offer a wealth of resources.
Caro Lau, 2023/10/26 21:24
Everyone loves libraries - they represent a warm, safe, inclusive community space staffed by people who are always happy to help and above all books, books and more books - glorious, wonderful books !
Marianna Shek, 2023/07/28 14:57
Libraries are free, accessible places. They are also literacy hubs and respond to social and educational needs of the community.
Xanthe, 2023/06/29 14:46
Libraries are free, accessible and inclusive community hubs.
yvette marincowits, 2023/06/28 10:49
Libraries is a free, accessible space for anyone regardless of socioeconomic status.
Errin, 2023/06/24 13:14
Libraries and IKC are accessible to all in the community and safe places to learn, connect and grow.
Kirsty, 2023/06/15 10:55
I think Libraries were chosen for First 5 Forever as there are libraries in most communities, they have many forms of literature to choose from, they are safe, accessible and free and are centrally located.
suzy, 2023/05/23 13:24
An accessible central point in the community. Available to everyone, whilst already being a literacy hub.
Michelle, 2023/05/23 09:59
Free and accessible by all
David M, 2023/05/22 16:24
Libraries are an important safe space for communities to gather - parents and library staff can inspire the before-reading skills of children- with books right there in front of the children to inspire them to learn
Ashlynn, 2023/05/11 13:52
Libraries are free, communal spaces able to be accessed by all members of the community.
Katherine Nieminen, 2023/05/01 14:13
Libraries are a communal space which is free, inclusive and a safe environment with great resources.
Wendy A., 2023/04/26 16:12
Libraries cover a large number of areas, demographics and have a vested interest in the community and our children.
Timothy M, 2023/04/22 09:33
Libraries suit the universal criteria for the program (free, geographically widespread) as well as being tightly linked to literacy through the services they provide.
Luke, 2023/04/18 13:11
Libraries are free and accessible to all and are a safe and inclusive space.
Deana, 2023/04/18 11:05
I think libraries were chosen for the F5F because they are readily accessible in all parts of QLD, free and have heaps of good books to choose from :)
Byron Davies, 2023/04/13 14:53
Libraries are easily accessible, free and in most local council areas
Lisa, 2023/04/14 11:50
Agree, libraries are free and accessible for everyone
Alison, 2023/04/12 15:46
Libraries are accessible to all as they are free, welcoming of diverse abilities, languages and cultures, and they are in most communities.
Lynn, 2023/03/28 15:48
Libraries are easily accessible to the general public
Bev, 2023/04/03 14:06
Libraries are open, free and accessible to people from all walks of life. With staff that are skilled and in the view of the public it is a place of easily accessible literacy material.
Brooke, 2023/03/28 15:38
Libraries are a free community space where people can gather. There are people from all walks of life. The library dedicates itself to helping people continue their reading journey. This is the perfect place to help the younger generations grow.
Amy, 2023/03/21 17:22
Because libraries are a safe space that is open to (and welcoming to) all parts of the community. They are generally accessible in most areas, and have become a community hub where people can get together and hang out. They are also one of the few wide spread community spaces that people can come to without to need to spend money!
Lilly, 2023/03/27 20:16
Libraries are free, open to the public and full of resources and trained staff.
Daisey, 2023/03/20 10:59
Libraries are open communal hubs containing a wealth of information, where communities can come together, learn, and engage in a free, safe, and inviting space.
Rae, 2023/02/27 15:51
Libraries are a public space, present in the majority of Queensland communities, open to all families, and already established in most people's minds as being connected to literacy.
Jennifer Cox, 2023/02/20 14:57
Libraries are an ideal place to engage families into good literacy development practices. They are well resourced, community centred and have a great environment.
Deb O, 2023/02/17 09:30
Libraries are able to be accessed easily for most people in the community as they are located in centrally in most communities. Likewise, libraries are a free, safe and clean environment with amazing resources making them attractive for people to meet up at and develop connections.
Hyunkyung, 2023/02/16 16:25
Libraries are a hub of community where everyone can engage and learn new things.
Lisa D, 2023/02/07 11:22
Libraries are free, accessible and are welcoming to all members of the community. In other words, the perfect place for First 5 Forever to be!
Jessica, 2023/02/03 15:17
accessible, free, open to all the community
Kate Cleto, 2023/02/03 14:44
Truly accessible, community space
Kellie , 2023/02/02 12:28
Libraries are a free, , inclusive, community driven , safe place that are easily accessible which promote inclusion and interaction for local people of all ages , cultures and demographics.
Hyunjung Kim, 2023/02/01 14:59
Because Public library is open to anyone in the community no matter what age, gender or cultural background. Library is inclusive place to anyone willing to come.
Lisa B, 2023/01/31 16:40
Because libraries are a free public space that is available to all members of the community. They are inclusive, safe spaces where learning can happen for anyone.
Lily, 2023/01/19 11:34
Libraries are a space that welcomes a wide audience and naturally aligns with F5F goals of learning and engagement.
Elenore, 2022/12/27 14:55
Libraries are a safe place, accessible to everyone with free resources and staff passionate about early literacy through the F5F program, as well as a place for people to form connections.
Allison , 2022/12/23 14:07
Libraries are free, accessible and a local community location to provide First 5 Forever programs - additionally, they are located across the state and are able to understand the intricacies of the communtiy that they are located in,
Melissa Stansbie, 2022/11/15 14:48
Libraries are a foundation for free community programs and have the ability to provide these types of programs to the community
Kyra, 2022/11/02 09:59
Because libraries are open to everyone, and are a big part of their city's community
Leisa Finch, 2022/11/15 13:33
Because libraries are free and are scattered across the country. Access is available to anyone.
Jeremy, 2022/11/01 13:58
Libraries are a free, safe, and inclusive environment where a child can be brought to engage in activities.
Jacinta , 2022/10/26 15:02
Libraries are free, safe, public and easily accessible or central places which promote inclusion and interaction for local people of all ages and demographics. They house a range of resources and personnel who can contribute ideas and interactions to support emerging literacy development and beyond.
Rhi Bartos, 2022/10/26 09:47
Because they're a free-to-use space, with free resources, accessible to all, with the capacity to teach the First 5 Forever program.
Jessica Dakin-Masters, 2022/10/21 13:04
Libraries are found in most communities across Australia and provide free and easy access to everyone in the community.
CT, 2022/10/20 13:02
The ease of access.
leisa-Marie , 2022/10/19 15:36
Libraries are free, welcoming and available to all of the public
Kim, 2022/10/19 10:36
Libraries are places that are easily accessible and have plenty of resources to support the program and a child's continued learning
Lisa Madden, 2022/10/18 16:04
Libraries are a free and accessible place open to the community.
Julie Stoyanova, 2022/10/18 10:02
the free readily accessible to ALL individual medium ideally neutral comfortable and books books and more books
Eleanor Butler, 2022/10/13 09:36
Because libraries are a universal free safe space, accessible by anyone and everyone
Alexandra , 2022/09/28 14:55
Libraries are a local inclusive space that is free and available for families to access.
Carla Devereux, 2022/09/07 11:00
Libraries are the perfect environment for these programs to take place as its a beautiful, welcoming environment, its free, and its easily accessible for all.
Kate Fletcher, 2022/08/31 22:11
Libraries are welcoming community hubs that are free and accessible spaces that open to all people from all aspects of life. Also libraries already had a strong history of encouraging early literacy through story time programs. Families can also extend literacy development by borrowing books and other resources whilst attending libraries for these programs.
Maura, 2022/08/18 14:39
Because libraries are a free and welcoming space open to everyone. They also have the resources to deliver a safe and comfortable experience for parents/carers and children.
Laura Crichton, 2022/08/03 10:57
Libraries are free and accessible to all regardless of gender, religion, socio-economic background, culture, age and 'disability'.
Amanda, 2022/08/02 12:13
Libraries have always always encouraged emergent literacy by hosting storytime sessions and activities that promoted reading writing and playing, well attended by families especially before they end off to school, target audience in abundance. Safe learning enviroment.
Ingrid , 2022/07/28 11:00
Libraries are free, accessible to all, and already have in place spaces and resources to facilitate the First Five Forever program. In addition, library staff are often already natural advocates of literacy and learning, so are an 'organic' fit for the program.
Karen, 2022/07/27 08:07
Libraries are free, accessible, welcoming and inclusive.
Oliver Cook, 2022/07/26 15:04
Libraries are a comfortable, accessible and community-driven space with access to many resources that can assist with early literacy.
Vivienne, 2022/07/25 11:26
Libraries are a free and accessible service available to the whole community, they're a welcoming space where everyone belongs.
Brodie, 2022/07/20 09:07
Public libraries offer free access to resources and services that promote the learning of literacy and reading.
Kristy, 2022/07/19 11:31
Libraries are a free and accessible service available to the whole community from birth onwards. They're a welcoming space where everyone belongs.
Trish Weston, 2022/07/16 11:09
Libraries are free and accessible to all. They are community hubs that not only encourage reading and digital literacy but connection with others.
Sandie, 2022/07/13 09:54
Libraries are community hubs, a safe welcoming space for all people within the community. Libraries are forward thinking and have the reputation for responding to community needs and providing access to many types of resources including space, physical and digital resources.
Susan Willoughby, 2022/06/29 16:14
There neutral and inclusive spaces that already have an association with literacy, and they are free.
Val Mesh, 2022/06/24 10:46
Libraries are recognised by the community as a source of literacy and associated resources and already serve as a vital resource for families who do not have the facilities or ability to access such material otherwise. They are a free service.
Isaac Frith, 2022/06/22 16:41
They prexist as a literacy focused children/family space
Paese, 2022/06/16 16:23
Libraries are accessible to all; a safe and friendly environment.
Peta, 2022/06/15 16:47
Libraries are welcoming spaces for the community that celebrate and foster a love of reading, books, writing and literacy.
Layla Valinoti, 2022/06/09 16:14
Libraries are a shared community space dedicated to reading and learning. A library should be easily accessible, inclusive for all, and supportive for people who visit them.
Dani, 2022/06/06 15:39
Libraries are safe, free and accessible spaces. Libraries are community hubs and represent literacy and learning. Libraries also have relevant resources available onsite. Parents can borrow books from the library collection as part of their visit for the F5F program they are attending.
Sharon Barbagallo, 2022/06/06 15:28
Libraries are present in quite small communities and are accessible and welcoming to all members of the public. Most library services are provided free and libraries have resources available for parents to borrow and use following a baby or children's session.
Laura, 2022/06/06 12:06
Libraries are a community asset, accessible and safe for all
Emilly Mackie, 2022/05/27 12:19
Libraries are community hubs that create a safe and welcoming environment where anyone can feel comfortable going to. They also have the resources and can support families through access to these resources such as books, songs and simply a space to go to socialise and learn
Talisa Jones, 2022/05/27 11:52
Libraries are the best place to go when you are in seek of inclusivity, imagination, fun, stories, time away, and of course a safe and friendly environment. Not to mention free to the public.
A Emanuelli, 2022/05/09 20:26
Safe, inclusive and free learning space filled with loads of books
Chrissy Vass, 2022/05/11 11:59
Libraries are safe, and free and relatively easy accessible to the public. And we have wonderful resources to help support the talking, reading, singing and playing principles.
Lenore, 2022/04/29 11:27
Because libraries are the perfect supportive platform for early literacy development and a free, safe and inclusive environment for all.
Alison Richardson, 2022/05/07 09:55
Totally agree and staff make connections with families and continue to develop these relationships.
Brodie, 2022/04/29 10:45
Libraries exist to connect users from all demographics to information to further their knowledge. This puts us in a prime position to assist learning from birth
Carolyn, 2022/04/26 15:59
Libraries are a good choice as they embody lifelong learning and are an inclusive space aiming for universal accessibility
Aerie, 2022/04/26 14:51
Because they are free of charge, and can reach a variety of demographics.
Sabina Ryan, 2022/03/25 17:58
Because they can be safe and inviting environments for all people
Elaine McClintock, 2022/02/23 11:54
Libraries are safe and accessible environments available to whole community, with suitable resources to support early literacy.
Sally Berry, 2022/02/16 12:44
Libraries are safe community spaces where everyone is welcome.
Karen, 2022/02/01 11:03
Libraries are a free community hub that provides a safe, non discriminative environment for all to enjoy
catherine mims, 2022/01/27 14:03
Libraries are the perfect environment because they are safe, inclusive, accessible and advocates for literacy and a love of learning
Sharon Lee, 2021/12/20 15:40
I think that Libraries were chosen as they are accessible to the whole community, they are free and a nice environment to members of the public to visit and access free resources.
trina, 2022/01/11 15:07
Libraries are a great choice as they are free, non-judging and accessible to anyone.
Marian, 2021/12/09 14:30
Libraries are already setup to welcome young people and their families. They are free to the community and fairly wide spread.
Stormy, 2021/11/25 14:44
Libraries are broadly accessible to the community; are free, safe and functional spaces where everyone is welcome. They are embedded in the community, and are the ideal conduit for delivering F5F programming.
Michelle Brown, 2021/11/25 13:05
Public Libraries are accessible to the entire community and have the resources and staff to promote early literacy.
Fiona M, 2021/11/24 22:26
Libraries are universal, local community hubs that provide space, resources and programs available to all.
Claire Thorning, 2021/11/23 12:53
Libraries are a community hub that is a safe, respectful and welcoming environment. They are accessible to all and therefore don't discriminate.
Miranda Collins, 2021/11/15 18:29
Libraries are neutral, welcoming and accessible to all. They are focused on providing safe and inclusive spaces and resources for their communities.
Allan Imhoff, 2021/11/10 14:44
Libraries are free, welcoming spaces for all. They are places that encourage reading, writing and play.
Christina Leong, 2021/11/08 12:49
Libraries are a community hub where everyone is welcome. Libraries have the appropriate resources and services available to facilitate the F5F message.
Flordeliza, 2021/11/07 14:56
Because Libraries are a safe and welcoming place for families to come and enjoy free access to information and activities.
Joanne Pope, 2021/11/04 14:16
Libraries are a public space that are inclusive to everyone. Libraries are a safe place and welcome engaging families to connect with libraries.
Cassandra, 2021/11/04 11:21
Libraries are and have always been a neutral, safe and public space, for anyone in the community to access.
Leia Kim, 2021/11/04 10:23
Libraries have always been a welcoming space for all members of the community and have always offered free information services. Families can come in to enjoy time together and to learn. In addition, teaching children about the library itself as a place to come to find information, as well as build a love of coming to explore and enjoy books will have benefits in the future.
Rebecca Walker, 2021/11/02 11:58
Libraries are a safe and free space which is accessible for everyone in the community.
Siobhan Moynes, 2021/10/29 16:28
Libraries are state government funded that are providing a safe and welcoming environment aimed at the local community, parents and caregivers that offer free programs for the 0-5 year old when they need it the most.
Tarren, 2021/10/06 11:53
Libraries are a safe, welcoming and community space with the facilities to teach first 5.
Amanda Searle, 2021/10/06 09:26
Libraries are community-centred, and provide a safe, welcoming environment for families to come and participate in the program.
Thomas Gath, 2021/09/30 15:39
Libraries are state-funded community centers that are already aimed at local community and family interaction
Corrin Miles , 2021/09/30 08:58
Libraries offer families a safe and judgement free area to bring their children. Libraries have the resources needed to provide the First 5 Forever program.
Robert Morgan, 2021/09/29 15:21
Libraries are often community-centred, and they provide a safe, encouraging environment for families to come and participate in the program. Libraries also provide many different resources to said community, and are great for families or individuals who may be struggling financially and might not have access to resources like books or the internet.
Sharon Brazier, 2021/09/29 10:49
Libraries offer a safe, free and well resourced facility within many communities.
Christine Tydd, 2021/09/28 16:29
A community place where families are already coming to.
Mariecel Egan, 2021/09/28 15:12
Libraries are accessible and they have the resources.
Peggy, 2021/09/27 16:39
Libraries are accessible to everyone, they have great resources for developing early literacy skills and staff who are generally committed to learning and helping their customers.
Jenny Riethmuller, 2021/09/24 14:38
A welcoming and safe place for families
Krystal Muller, 2021/09/21 16:13
Libraries are a safe and free environment that is accessible to all and has a wide variety of resource material available.
Victoria Edwards, 2021/09/21 14:42
Libraries are a safe place for everyone with incredible resources to assist families and carers in the development of early learning skills.
Ciara Condren, 2021/09/21 11:38
Libraries are a community space which are where families go for books which are a part of early literacy
Lisa Paterson, 2021/09/17 14:11
Libraries are a welcoming space for social interaction as well as for the traditional purposes of book-borrowing. Free-to-access and supportive, they are the logical choice for the promotion of Early Learning for infant children.
Bronnie, 2021/09/09 11:33
Libraries are a constant within our communities and provide a safe welcoming space for all people, and people with families
Ruth Ashburner-Gorse, 2021/09/09 13:45
Because they are open to everyone and have the rescources to share with the public. We have the tools to enable parents and caregivers to explore books to share and help develop their childrens literacy prior to starting school
Sarvanna, 2021/09/03 12:16
Libraries are a place anyone can access, where it is a safe and fun environment and can hold all resources to comply with.
Nicky Wheeler, 2021/09/03 11:31
Libraries are user friendly and have the resources.
Antonia Mobbs, 2021/09/02 15:51
It is a well established community space. There are a huge amount of libraries across QLD, making the First 5 Forever program accessible for more families in remote areas.
Leanne Donnelly, 2021/08/31 09:40
Easy to access community space. All are welcome. Safe and relaxed environment
Gerry, 2021/08/04 15:56
Libraries are public places and are central within that community space. Libraries connect people.
Tracy, 2021/07/26 12:27
Libraries are a free, inclusive and safe community area accessible to all.
Laura Crichton, 2021/06/25 10:23
Libraries are community hubs that are accessible by everyone, regardless of age, gender, cultural background and abilities. They are inclusive, provide a safe environement, a quiet environment, located in rural, regional and metropolitan areas and areas of differing economy.
Kristy, 2021/06/23 11:29
Libraries are accessible by all community members, there is no cost for attending, there is space to facilitate the sessions, they are inclusive environments who support learning and literacy at all levels, and are located throughout the community.
Maggie, 2021/06/22 23:26
Early or emergent literacy is the foundational skills and knowledge a child develops in the context of reading and writing. They develop these language and communication skills by watching, playing, listening and interacting with parents and guardians.
andrea, 2021/06/21 15:12
Libraries are about content, community and connection. They are supportive, flexible environments.
Kirsty Wilson, 2021/06/18 11:43
Libraries are inclusive and accessible community spaces that provide families from all cultures and communities the opportunity to access free programs and resources.
Alyssa, 2021/06/17 13:39
Libraries are free, accessible, in most communities but also are networked with each other in some way, and have a reputation for being welcoming and places for literacy.
Sharon, 2021/06/16 16:44
The library is free and welcomes everyone.
Xue Guan, 2021/06/16 16:18
Libraries have the best recourses for children. They provide books, good environments, friendly staff, and everything that children can stay and learn.
Rachel Fry, 2021/06/16 11:25
Easy community access!
Samantha, 2021/06/15 15:30
Libraries function as hubs in their communities, and already have relationships with families in their area. F5F principles could also be easily incorporated into existing children's and storytelling programs, in a way that supports families' learning in a safe, accessible environment.
Bonnie, 2021/06/14 16:25
Because libraries are a place to support learning and connection, and help communities thrive.
Alison, 2021/06/11 16:24
Because libraries are amazing! Great access to the community, a safe, inclusive place and a renowned place of learning!
Sue, 2021/06/10 16:12
I think libraries were chosen for First 5 Forever as they are free, located across Queensland and accessible to most people.
Brooke Evans, 2021/06/10 16:06
Because libraries are a space where families and young children go and libraries are all about learning at every age.
Barney , 2021/06/08 13:47
Libraries are a community hub and many have established kids programs that can include F5F information and are full of resources ready for parents to use and engage with their children.
Jeanette O'Shea, 2021/06/08 11:41
There is a library in almost every community. They are free and very visible so many people are likely to find them. Plus, libraries have always been associated with books and reading, so it is a logical place to start in reaching families with a literacy programme.
Adam, 2021/06/04 12:27
Libraries are safe and accessible public spaces that have access to the kind of resources that are important for early literacy. Many people also use libraries as a space for socializing and interacting with their communities, making them ideal for outreach.
Kellie, 2021/05/19 15:37
Libraries are "universal" and safe. It is also an efficient way to deliver state programs in a locally tailored way.
Caryn, 2021/05/14 11:40
Anyone can utilise the resources including F5F, and is a non judgemental space. no one is going to tell you that you are doing it wrong!
Lisa, 2021/05/14 10:20
Libraries are open to everyone which gives the program the capability to reach out to them all.
Brylie, 2021/05/10 14:16
Libraries are free, inclusive and available to a variety of different community groups. They already house digital, local and hardcopy information and are often well placed and easily accessible to the broader community.
Heather Martin, 2021/04/27 15:09
Libraries are free, welcoming and accessible to everyone.
Sasha Pcino, 2021/04/23 14:39
I believe libraries were chosen for F5F because they are accessible to everyone.
Sharynn Brigg, 2021/04/21 16:12
Libraries are welcoming and non-judgmental. They already have other children's programs in place. They are seen as a place to relax.
Sheree Ryan, 2021/04/21 11:10
A good and safe environment to start their reading ability
Lyn, 2021/04/15 14:29
Libraries are information, a place to seek answers. Libraries are continually seen as safe and welcoming.
Zoe, 2021/04/15 13:20
They are safe, accessible, welcoming areas already heavily involved in the communities literacy needs.
Sabina Ryan, 2021/04/09 19:04
I think libraries were chosen as they are a safe and accessible place for community members to use and for families to gather.
Cheryl, 2021/04/01 16:50
Libraries connect to communities.. and all the other reasons above.
Georgia, 2021/04/01 14:15
Accessibility, inclusiveness, free and a great community outlet.
Briar Faulkner, 2021/04/01 09:39
Accessibility, libraries is created for families with children, programs and nice people. It’s a healthy environment for children to learn and develop literacy skills and a bond with their parents through learning and teaching.
Nerissa Cox, 2021/03/31 14:53
Libraries would have been chosen to host F5F due to them being an integral part of the community. A place of learning and knowledge. People come to the libraries to learn and borrow books, not only for themselves but for their children. They are a quiet relaxing space where children and their parents can come together and learn literacy skills together.
Anna Varga, 2021/03/31 11:30
Libraries are already established venues with many branches located across each state. Children and families are familiar with them. They are known to be a safe and comfortable environment with space available to run literacy sessions. Staff are also already trained in delivering literacy sessions and providing support and resources.
Narelle Holley, 2021/03/31 10:41
Libraries are free, accessible, inclusive, communal spaces with the tools, staff and programs to nurture early learning and literacy development.
Bryony Jensen, 2021/03/30 12:39
Libraries are free, welcoming spaces for all. They are places that encourage reading, writing and play. They have interested and engaged staff. They are community spaces that are accessible to all.
Aaron, 2021/03/30 12:15
Libraries have always played a part in early literacy and already have access to many resources and trained staff.
Aaron, 2021/03/30 11:57
Libraries are welcoming, free spaces in our community. They break down barriers by providing a space for our whole community to gather and learn.
Georgia Reeves, 2021/03/30 11:46
Libraries provide a safe and welcoming community space for everyone to come together.
Debra Grevett, 2021/03/30 10:14
Libraries are available to everyone.
Phoebe Radford, 2021/03/30 09:46
Libraries are free, community hubs where people from all walks of life can come together. They've been in the business of encouraging people to learn for a long long time! Libraries have the resources, the environment and most importantly the attitude to promote early literacy.
Paul Olditch, 2021/03/22 15:28
Libraries provide an accessible and appropriate public space for learning, events and activities - perfect for a program focused on early literacy.
Kimberly Head, 2021/03/19 05:17
Libraries provide resources for life long literacy for all residents in the regions in which we operate. Our membership is free reduces the barriers for engaging with the resources that support our parents, as they start their child's literacy adventure.
Adele Clifford, 2021/03/18 14:11
Community based - they offer the resources that can reach a broad range of a community - all levels of social demographic
Sarah Butler, 2021/03/18 11:43
Libraries are established as a literacy hub and community space that is safe and welcoming to everyone. They offer resources and programs that are free and delivered in a quality learning environment that stimulates creative thinking and exploration.
Otadan Evans , 2021/03/17 15:37
Free easy to access information based facilities that are family friendly and often already had existing programs aimed at younger children.
Michelle Marcum, 2021/03/17 15:32
Libraries are community hubs available to all. They are free, safe and welcoming spaces that already encourage the development of literacy skills.
Helen Window, 2021/03/17 12:03
libraries are easily accessible for anyone in the community, they are usually situated in or near the centre of a community and their outreach programs make the familiar to users.
Olesya, 2021/03/17 08:40
Libraries are one of the few publicly accessible community resources that are available to all members of the community regardless of age, race, gender, financial standing etc. With a historical focus on community engagement with literacy and access to information, libraries pose as the best candidates for early literacy programs such as First 5 Forever.
Andrea Foley, 2021/03/11 12:35
Libraries and IKCs were chosen for First 5 Forever because library services are free and accessible to everyone.
Cienna Weldon, 2021/03/11 10:09
Libraries are an easily accessible community service, that is free to access and a safe, welcoming space. They are filled with tools and resources to allow people of all ages to expand and broaden their literacy skills, and encourage development of early learning. Libraries are a perfect example of why emergent literacy should begin from as early as possible.
Rohin , 2021/03/05 15:36
they're a free all inclusive safe space for families to come. Also we have books. :)
Linda, 2021/03/04 16:41
They are in most communities, safe haven, have great resources, great staff and lots of programs to cater for children, families and caregivers.
Angela, 2021/03/02 13:47
Libraries are great open and inclusive spaces for everyone within a community. They have all the resources required to support parents and caregivers to deliver the messages of the F5F program, and Libraries and Library staff love to encourage literacy and reading for pleasure.
Tony, 2021/03/01 16:36
Libraries are a great starting point to first five forever because they have very low barriers to entry (thus helping the intervention be universal), and already are involved in the early childhood literacy space, for example; training staff, recruiting for interest in helping young minds, and already running many activities for the age group that could be altered to fit F5F messages.
Fiona Campbell, 2021/03/01 15:43
Libraries were chosen because they are a central learning place or hub where everyone in the community can access the resources for free. A positive learning environment generally prominent within the community and welcoming to all.
Isabella , 2021/03/01 11:47
I think libraries were chosen because they are accessible to all in the community and provide free resources to be a safe space for the program to be delivered.
Melinda, 2021/02/24 12:08
Libraries were picked because its free and have the resources needed to deliver the programs .
Alice , 2021/02/23 16:31
Libraries are great community hubs that are safe, inclusive and easily accessed across all of QLD. Not only are libraries community focused, but they are equipped with the necessary resources & tools required for the development of early literacy in children.
Jess Britland, 2021/02/23 11:14
Libraries are a safe place where parents that are trying figure it out as they go can come and talk to those with the knowledge and training behind them to give them the information they need. It doesn't always come naturally to know just how important it is to sing and read to your children and even that basic play is still vital part of learning. Libraries are also a great community space to meet other families.
Faheema, 2021/06/11 12:21
I agree, so well said!
Amy, 2021/02/23 11:12
Public Libraries provide universal, equitable and free access to early years literacy resources. They are also central to the community.
Cathy , 2021/02/22 14:51
Libraries are often centrally located and easily identified as a safe, welcoming place to be.
Jacqui, 2021/02/19 14:27
Libraries are in most communities, we are open to everyone, we are know for helping and gathering knowledge and we care about Literacy. Literacy and libraries go hand in hand and there is nothing any Librarian loves more then to see children happily selecting books to read.
Sophia, 2021/02/19 12:20
Libraries are a community hub and therefore a free accessible base for all members of the local community.
Carolyn Beattie, 2021/02/18 12:41
Libraries are safe, inclusive spaces that are accessible to all, and all programs are free
Danielle Whatmore, 2021/02/18 11:50
Libraries are free and accessible to everyone. They really embody the idea of a universal place or program, which is what First 5 Forever is about. It also allows the resources and opportunities that libraries have to be broadcast to people who may not regularly visit. They are a stable safe place as public libraries are all over Australia.
Abbey McNamara, 2021/02/17 16:08
Library's offer the perfect environment for a 'Universal' style objective such as First Five Forever. We are a safe, inclusive space that welcomes and offers opportunities to any who desire it.
Julie Guteridge, 2021/02/17 14:24
Libraries were chosen because everyone is welcome and we have so many free resources on offer.
Carly Thomson, 2021/02/16 13:36
Libraries are a fun, free, accessible, safe and inclusive place for all to participate.
Katie Dowd, 2021/02/10 14:08
Libraries are an inclusive, free and welcoming place for families to come to.
prachi , 2021/02/10 13:32
In the library parent come all the time that why easy to access for other communist members also
Shanda Hare, 2021/02/09 10:18
Libraries are already established throughout all towns and communities in Queensland who provide safe, welcoming, friendly and free access to services for all families and community members.
Kim Doyle, 2021/02/07 16:02
Libraries are inclusive, everyone is welcome and it's FREE
Pam, 2021/02/04 14:11
I think it's because we already have a strong history of doing early literacy stuff through storytimes, and also because we're better able to do the informal style of education, compared to teachers.
Suzanne Green, 2021/02/03 15:38
Libraries are the perfect community hub, accessible to all, and already a source of many free programs and activities. They provide a safe environment with plenty of resources available.
Karen, 2021/02/03 11:07
Most towns have a library and are already providing free programs. Libraries are a very safe and welcoming for all ages. Libraries are no longer the SHHHH libraries and are full of books!!!
Chris Pulford, 2021/02/03 11:06
Libraries are great community hubs. Great spaces and great resources.
Everyone is welcome to share in early literary programs.
Sandra, 2021/01/27 16:02
because libraries are for everybody, inclusive and free.
Gina Lewis, 2021/01/27 15:10
Libraries are something that everyone usually has easy access to. They are already a part of the local communities and tend to know the needs of the locals best. They already have a great number of activities and resources available for children and are a good way to get parents and caregivers involved in their children's devolpment.
Estela, 2021/01/21 11:29
Libraries are a free, safe, welcoming space that encourages everyone, especially families, to have a sense of community and belonging. They are a place to spend time freely with a wealth of free resources to available.
Toni Markcrow, 2020/12/24 09:37
Libraries are in communities all across Queensland and are already great community hubs. Accessible, welcoming and friendly, they provide families with access to free resources and services.
eliana, 2021/06/08 14:06
Libraries are a safe space where anyone can engage with others , also it will encourage any new people to be part of the programs, also a great place to relax , enjoy a book. Plus the accessibility of the free resources that are always available at the libraries.
Laura Ellul, 2020/12/23 13:30
Libraries may have been chosen as they are already established as hubs that support literacy and lifelong learning for all ages. Most also had already established programs for the 0-5 age group so it was building upon what was already in place.
Fiona Thackray, 2020/12/23 10:51
As mentioned in previous comments- Libraries are safe, and inclusive environments, accessible to all. Most importantly Libraries and IKC are positioned throughout Queensland especuiAlly in our regional and more remote areas- luckily there are still more Libraries in QLD than Mc Donalds a great stat to remember!
Rebecca, 2020/12/22 15:02
Libraries are safe, inclusive, accessible and available to all of the public. They also provide supporting resources to engage in talk, play, read and sing for families through accessing books, songs and library spaces.
Robyn, 2020/12/17 13:54
Accessible, inclusive, safe, non-judgemental, positive, community driven, free, regional and rural, aligns with our vision and why public libraries exist in the first place.
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