State Library of Victoria - Play Pod : The Very Noisy Bear - Review
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The Play Pod is the State Library of Victoria's program for children aged five and under, packed with activities to read, create and play. With a new theme every season, Play Pod is always changing, fun and interactive, so children are free to explore and engage with the support of their parents and carers.
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There is music in the air in the Jingle Jangle Jungle! Can Bear's friends help him find the perfect instrument to play? How cute is this new theme!
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Photo credit: @kateflatman
Bears are everywhere in the Play Pod's new theme!
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Kids can use craft materials as part of the new theme, to create the Jingle Jangle Jungle and add their creation to the Play Pod poster.
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Photo credit: @kateflatman
The Play Pod launch included a Baby Bounce session where library staff read The Very Noisy Bear, sang songs and rhymes.
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Kids were also spoilt at the launch party with an African drumming performance!
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Kids can also make their own jungle picture, shaker, bear face and play with musical instruments and jungle costumes - oh what fun!
Photo credit: @kateflatman
Photo credit: @kateflatman
Photo credit: @kateflatman
Checkout the new theme when you pop into the city soon! Thanks Kate for the great pics and filling us in today!
Our tips:
- Entry is FREE, woo hoo!
- The space isn’t big and can get quite busy on weekends and school holidays – so go early when the library opens at 10am.
- Be aware that the doors into The Courtyard stay open at all times. If you have a little one who likes to go off exploring, you will have to keep an eye on them.
- No food or drink is to be consumed within The Courtyard, except for bottled water.
- Pram parking is available in The Courtyard or you can check them into the Cloakroom at the Welcome Desk on level one.
- State Library of Victoria is very family friendly with designated baby-change and feeding areas located adjacent to The Courtyard.
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