Self care is incredibly important and you can only help others if you help yourself first. Explore the wide range of titles we have within our digital collection of emagazines, ebooks and audiobooks.  Not a member yet?  Join online  now  to gain immediate access to our eLibrary. 

State Library NSW

People continue to need legal help. You may have an ongoing legal issue, or need help with something related to employment, your money, renting or another issue as a result of COVID-19. Please find organisations providing information and support as listed on the State Library NSW website.    

The Multicultural Health Communication Service (MHCS) provides up to date information on a large range of health issues.

The MHCS website hosts over 400 free downloadable multilingual health resources on a variety of health topics in 65 languages.

For ages 0-5

For ages 0-2

A favourite children's song, with numbers and words on the screen. Stay safe and don't try this at home!

Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed

An old favourite at all our library locations. Enjoy The Wiggles singing Open shut them: 

The Wiggles: Open, Shut Them

For ages 3-5

Join storyteller, Miss Treeleaf, in an imaginary world with make-believe characters as she retells popular children's stories. There's also the option to turn on the Closed Captions (CC) so you can see the words on the screen.  

eLibrary for ages 3-5

The cheeky Aaron Blabey reads his very own story about Lou who needs a loo! 

Don't be a lu-lu, go to the loo, when you really need to!

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For ages 3-5

Actor Rose Byrne reads the classic story of Peter Rabbit, a naughty little rabbit who loves his veggies, just... a little too much!

The Tale of Peter Rabbit read by Rose Byrne

For ages 3-5

Who doesn't love pasta? Here's a craft activity using uncooked pasta (don't eat it!) and other simple things you'll have around the house. Enjoy making and wearing! 

For primary school students

A must for all the keen little bakers out there. Have you ever wondered if the amount of salt, sugar, butter or liquids really matters when making biscuits? 

Does the number of times you knead dough really make a difference? 

Let's experiment and find out. Best of all, you get to eat the results!  

eLibrary for primary school students

Sophie sometimes worries, but she learns a fun tip to help her sleep at night. 

On the NSW Premier's Reading List for K - 2.

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eLibrary for primary school students

Our eLibrary loans have increased by 70 per cent during the pandemic! This week we have selected these books for you to borrow and enjoy:

Disease Control 21st Century Skills Innovation Library: Innovation in Medicine  by Susan H. Gray

 

Stuff Happens: Ned by Andrew Daddo

Curious George Discovers Germs by H.A. Rey

Tracking an Epidemic Explorer Library:  Science Explorer by Tamra B. Orr  

Lenny's Book of Everything by Karen Foxlee

I Am Peace - A Book of Mindfulness by Susan Verde and Peter H. Reynolds

For high school students 

If school life is overwhelming right now, you're not alone. Whether you're learning from home or still attending school, coronavirus (COVID-19) is disrupting our plans. This collection for students will get you through everything from studying at home, exam stress and fear about the future.

For parents

It's been a stressful time all around the world as we deal with coronavirus (COVID-19) and the uncertainty it brings. ReachOut provides some resources to help parents support their teenager through it all.

For high school students

Feelings of anxiety are common in the uncertainty of COVID-19. Black Dog Institute's tools and resources can be accessed by anyone, anywhere to help deal with this stress.

Get outside, get making and de-stress! Presented by Make: Community, these projects provide some fun ways to shake off cabin fever.

We'd love to know what projects you are working on at home! Please post a photo on social media  with the hashtag #openmaker  and tag us  @canbaylibraries

Researchers from the Affective Computing Group have created a mobile game that helps players build healthy habits, learn skills to fight depression, and improve wellbeing - all based around the adventures of cute fictional pets. 

The 3D design community has been busy coming up with clever ways to stay safe, hygienic, and protect frontline workers during the pandemic. Browse the designs to see an admirable combination of innovative technology, creativity, and community spirit. Join the group to see how you can get involved. 

The Learning Space team

Head to our 3D Print Club Online page for tips and tutorials from our knowledgeable staff, as well as information on our upcoming online meet-ups. 

We'd love to know what projects you are working on at home! Please post a photo on social media  with the hashtag #3dprintclub  and tag us  @canbaylibraries

This government funded health website has a great range of subjects that you can search - including information about bone health, healthy eating, hearing loss, and tips on how to stay fit. 

As we try to get outside as much as possible, more and more people are turning to their gardens and the wildlife in their backyards. Gardening Australia offers a wealth of information about veggie gardening, an in-depth seed planting guide and a range of informative videos. 

Join us on our Facebook every Wednesday at 6pm to discuss what books you are reading and get some suggestions about what books to read next. A Facebook post will go up ten minutes prior to the meet-up on our page where you can add comments and chat online. Everyone is welcome!

Congratulations to our library member Manda who is the happy winner in our #ccbstayhome photo competition! Manda's creative submission showed her enjoying Max Remy The Venice Job while on a gondola... or so we thought. She also shared a second photo behind the scenes at her home which we have cropped in below. We hope the $100 Dymocks eVoucher will take you on many more adventures!

Big thanks to everyone who participated in this fun and creative challenge. It was a tough decision and we hope you all keep reading!