Interactive story time sessions for parents and children aged 2–5, held Wednesdays at 10:00 during the school term at Riverwood Library. Enjoy songs, stories and activities that build early literacy.
Ongoing activity
80 Kentucky Rd, Riverwood NSW 2210, Australia
Free
Preschool Story Time at Riverwood Library is a friendly weekly session designed to spark a love of books and reading in young children. Aimed at preschoolers aged 2–5, these fun, interactive gatherings combine stories, songs and simple activities to make literacy approachable for busy families. Held on Wednesday mornings during the school term, the program helps parents and carers build reading routines that support early language and social development.
Expect a warm, relaxed atmosphere where parents and children can explore picture books together, sing simple action songs and enjoy short group activities. The session is tailored to preschool attention spans and encourages participation from both carers and children to model reading habits.
Children will hear age-appropriate stories read aloud in English, followed by songs and playful movement that reinforce vocabulary and listening skills. These story time activities are designed to support early literacy, speech development and social play while keeping things lively and engaging.
Library staff often share book suggestions and tips for reading at home to help families continue the learning journey after story time. This supportive approach makes it easy for parents to discover new books and simple strategies to nurture literacy at home.
This session is aimed at children aged 2–5 years and runs during the NSW school term on Wednesdays at 10:00. The program language is English and activities include interactive reading, songs and movement suitable for preschoolers.
Key session details include:
- Age range: 2–5 years
- Day/time: Wednesdays, 10:00 during school term
- Format: stories, songs, simple activities to encourage early literacy
Preschool Story Time sessions are open to individual families without prior booking, while special group bookings for preschools, long day care or family day care are welcomed by appointment. Staff can advise on session suitability and group arrangements if you call ahead.
Sessions take place at Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre, 80 Kentucky Road, Riverwood 2210. The library is a community hub with easy access for local families and is a convenient spot for a weekly literacy outing.
The venue is reachable by local public transport and by car; please allow a little extra time for parking during busy mornings. If you need accessibility information or directions, the library team can provide guidance to help plan your visit.
Facilities include library shelving with children's books and staff support for finding age-appropriate titles. Parents can browse recommended reads before or after the session to continue reading at home and build a family library habit.
Preschool Story Time runs only during the school term, so check the council or library calendar for upcoming term dates to avoid disappointment. Sessions are free to attend and designed for individual family attendance without booking.
Children must be supervised by a parent or carer at all times; activities are interactive and best enjoyed with adult involvement. The sessions are delivered in English and aim to encourage language development, confidence with books and social interaction in a safe library setting.
Special group visits from preschools and day care services are welcome by appointment, which helps the library tailor the session to group size and needs. Contact the library ahead if you plan to bring a larger group.
The program is free of charge for all attendees, making it an affordable weekly activity for families focused on early literacy and reading readiness. No ticket or payment is required for individual families to attend Preschool Story Time.
No booking is necessary for single families—just arrive a few minutes early to find a spot and settle in. For preschool or long day care group bookings, please arrange an appointment with library staff so they can prepare materials and space.
For term dates, group bookings or accessibility information, contact the Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre or check the City of Canterbury Bankstown events calendar. This helps ensure a smooth visit and keeps your family informed about any changes to story time schedules.
