Building young minds with books and music

Sunshine Coast Libraries invite you and your little ones to explore the magic of language together at a Storytime or Rhymetime session.

Reading, singing and playing with your child helps build language skills and strengthens the bond between you and your little one. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent or caregiver, these sessions offer a wonderful opportunity to have fun and foster growth.

Storytime sessions

Sunshine Coast Council Strong Community Portfolio Councillor Taylor Bunnag said storytime was perfect for kids aged 2-5.

“The sessions combine stories, songs and activities that boost language, listening and motor skills,” Cr Bunnag said.

Sessions run weekly at each of Council’s library locations during the school term*.

• Beerwah – Tuesday, 9.30–10.30am
• Caloundra – Wednesday, 9.30–10.30am
• Coolum – Thursday, 9.30–10.30am
• Kawana – Thursday, 9.30–10.30am
• Kenilworth – Wednesday, 9.30–10.30am
• Maleny - Tuesday, 9.30–10.30am
• Maroochydore - Tuesday, 9.30–10.30am
• Nambour – Wednesday, 9.30–10.30am

Rhymetime sessions

Rhymetime is designed for babies aged 6 months to 2 years. The interactive sessions use nursery rhymes and songs that help caregivers and children bond while building pre-literacy skills.

Sessions run weekly at each of Council’s library locations during the school term*.

• Beerwah
  • Friday, 9.30–10am
• Caloundra
  • Tuesday, 9.30–10am
  • Thursday, 9.30–10am
• Coolum
  • Wednesday, 9.30–10am
  • Wednesday, 10.30–11am
• Kawana
  • Tuesday, 9.30–10am
  • Wednesday, 10.30–11am
• Maleny
  • Friday, 9.30–10am
• Maroochydore
  • Monday, 10.30–11am
  • Wednesday, 9.30–10am
  • Thursday, 10.30–11am
• Nambour
  • Tuesday, 9.30–10am
  • Tuesday, 10.30–11am

Cr Bunnag said the sessions were more than just fun—they helped lay the foundation for lifelong learning.

“Did you know that during the first few years of life, your child’s brain is forming over a million new connections every second?

“Up to 90 per cent of brain development happens by age five, making these early years a critical window for learning.”

Can’t attend in person? Explore online resources, including Sofa Storytime and Rhymes with Ryan for more early literacy fun at home.

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*Sessions times may change. Please check the Library website to confirm weekly times.