What is a toy library

TOY LIBRARY FEDERATION OF NEW ZEALAND

WHAT IS A TOY LIBRARY?

Play is important to all children and toys are a major element in helping to play and learn. A toy library welcomes children, their families and caregivers to come and to borrow well designed toys, games, puzzles and equipment, which are made available at minimal cost.

Toy Libraries operate along similar lines to public libraries. Members borrow toys for a fixed time period. Fees vary from library to library. Toy libraries cater mainly for pre-school children and generally have a limit on the number of toys that can be borrowed at each visit.

Toy libraries are not necessarily for children only. Families can borrow toys or games suitable for them all to play with. (Who can resist "helping" their kids build with Duplo blocks?). People confined to bed or home, whether young or old enjoy jigsaw puzzles, and many adults find enjoyment and employment in working with a toy library. For parents, the library can be a place where they can share experiences with staff and other parents.
A toy library can offer friendship as well as toys.

To contact:
Christine Jelley - Office Manager
Phone: 0800 148 697 or 03 388-4793
P O Box 27-146, Shirley, Christchurch, 8640
office@toylibrary.co.nz