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Children

The Children’s Floor is located on Level Four of the Library.  This space houses our specialised collections for ages zero to 11 years, dedicated presentation spaces, the Tree of Knowledge outdoor play space, bathrooms equipped with baby changing tables and many comfy spots to curl up with a good book.

The Level 4 Tree Area will be closed from Monday 17 February to Tuesday 4 March 2025 as the soft-fall flooring is being replaced. The other areas of Level 4 will be open as usual.

What's On

      • City of Perth
        Mother reading to baby
        City of Perth Library
        Thursdays 11am to 11.30am*
        Free, bookings required.
      • City of Perth
        Toddler reading book
        City of Perth Library
        Tuesdays, 11am to 12pm*
        Free, bookings required.
      • City of Perth
        Mother and toddler reading book
        City of Perth Library
        Thursdays, 2pm to 3pm*
        Free, bookings required.
      • Kids
        City of Perth
        Free
        Educational
        Japanese Stroytime at the City of Perth Library, presenter reading picture book to children and parents.
        City of Perth Library
        Various dates
        Free
      • Kids
        City of Perth
        Culture
        Family
        Free
        Library presenter reading to children under a tree at Perth City Farm. Includes WA Tree Festival logo.
        Perth City Farm
        Various dates 
        10am to 10.30am
        Free, no bookings required.
      • City of Perth
        Educational
        Free
        Children in university graduation gowns
        City of Perth Library
        Library opening hours. 
        Free
      • City of Perth
        Family
        Educational
        Storytime sign with books on a rug at Kings Park, overlayed with the Tree Month logo.
        Various dates
        10am to 10.30am
        Free!
      • City of Perth
        Kids
        Family
        Educational
        Small child sat on stuffed pebbles reading a board book.
        City of Perth Library
        Free
      • Free
        Kids
        Family
        Educational
        Toilet roll craft Easter animals against a pink background.
        City of Perth Library
        Saturday 12 April 2025 to
        Sunday 27 April 2025
        During opening hours
        Free, no bookings required.
      • Free
        Kids
        Family
        Educational
        Artist Kelly Canby on a ladder, illustrating the City of Perth Library windows.
        City of Perth Library
        Tuesday 1 April 2025 to
        Monday 5 May 2025
        During opening hours
        Free, no bookings required.
      • Free
        Kids
        Art & Exhibitions
        A young girl with chalk in her hand looking up to the camera against a background of colourful chalk drawn flowers.
        City of Perth Library
        Monday 14 April 2025
        10am to 10.40am or
        11am to 11.40am
        Free, bookings required.
      • City of Perth Library
        Thursday 17 April 2025
        10am to 11am or
        11.30am to 12.30pm
        Free, bookings required.
      • Free
        Kids
        Educational
        Workshops & Talks
        Hand drawn sketch of a street with houses on either side, leading towards a church.
        City of Perth Library
        Tuesday 22 April 2025
        10am to 11am or
        11.30am to 12.30pm
        Free, bookings required.
      • Free
        Kids
        Heritage
        Young girl smiling at the camera while attending a Library Play in the Past session.
        City of Perth Library

        Wednesday 23 April 2025
        10am to 11.30am

        Thursday 24 April 2025
        10am to 11.30am or
        12.30pm to 2pm

        Free, bookings required.
      • Supervision of children

        For their own security and wellbeing, children 11 years and under must be accompanied by a responsible guardian. Children five years and under must be within sight of a responsible guardian at all times. 

        Parents sometimes leave children in the care of their older siblings (aged 12 or above). We strongly suggest that if this decision is made, all children are registered as Library users so we may access contact details if necessary. Please be aware that parents/guardians remain responsible for the safety of all of their children at all times. Library staff are not equipped to watch or care for children or teenagers in the Library. 

      • Adults visiting the Children's Floor

        The Children’s Floor is dedicated to children’s services. To ensure the safety and comfort of families we ask that any adults visiting the space are accompanied by a child, however if you wish to see the space and facilities on offer, or to browse or borrow from the collection, you are welcome to do so. 

      • Groups visiting the Children's Floor

        The Children’s Floor is intended for general use only. Groups who wish to use the space to meet should email at least one week prior to request permission, please contact: [email protected]

        Information for schools is available on our School Visits page. 

        No private events (e.g. birthday parties) can occur on the Children’s Floor. If you are interested in hiring a suitable space for your next event, please contact the Library Events Team on [email protected] or visit the Event Spaces page. Please note there are costs associated with venue hire.

      • Food and drink

        Cold food and covered or bottled drinks are permitted (no strong smelling hot food). Please eat at one of the tables available or in the outdoor space.