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THE MAGIC OF CHILDHOOD
Every day, our little ones remind us of the joy in the simple things - play, laughter and curiosity. They truly show us what life is all about. ✨
Nov 13


Playtime Fit for a Princess!
DOES YOUR LITTLE ONE LOVE… princesses? 👑 Whether they enjoy styling Princess Tiana’s hair, solving a Disney Princess floor puzzle, or pretending at the magic mirror, our collection of princess toys is ready to spark imagination and storytelling ✨ Role-playing as a princess isn’t just fun - it helps children develop creativity, confidence, and social skills as they step into character. Games like Disney Princess Memory also build concentration and problem-solving skills while
Oct 30


Piece by Piece: Discover Our Puzzle Collection
Play, learn, repeat! 🧩 Our puzzle collection is packed with fun ways to build problem-solving skills and spark curiosity. From fractions to floor puzzles, there’s something for every little mind to enjoy. “Play is the highest form of research.” - Albert Einstein Have you checked out our puzzles yet?
Oct 19


NEW ARRIVAL: DESIGN & DRILL BRIGHTWORKS.
BrightWorks lets kids design and drill colourful bolts that actually light up. It’s a fun way to boost creativity, problem-solving - and fine motor skills while turning learning into play . Now available to borrow from the Toy Library! ✨
Oct 19


Inclusive Play Made Easy: Discover Switch-Activated Toys
Switch-activated toys are specially modified so they can be turned on or off with a simple press of a large, easy-to-use switch. They’re...
Oct 14


OUR COMMITTEE'S FAVOURITES
Say hi to Caity, our Social Media Coordinator... 💚 She loves toys that fuel imagination, creativity and endless play: Magnetic Tile Set...
Oct 5


Building Skills Through Wheels: Cars, Trains & Trucks at the Toy Library
DOES YOUR LITTLE ONE LOVE... cars, trains, and trucks? Whether your little one loves zooming cars around the track, watching trains race...
Jun 30


Unlocking Creativity: The Magic of Open-Ended Play
Parenting Tip of the Day: The Power of Open-Ended Play. Encourage your little ones to play with toys that don’t have a single ‘right’ way...
Jun 25


Exploring Sensory Play: Toys That Spark Curiosity and Growth!
DOES YOUR LITTLE ONE LOVE... sensory play? At Carnegie Toy Library, we’re excited to kick off a special series highlighting toys that...
May 28


Parenting Tip of the Day: Rotating Toys
Looking for a simple way to keep playtime fresh and exciting? Try rotating your child’s toys every few weeks! Studies indicate that...
May 24


Inspire Imaginary Play
IMAGINATION IN MOTION...... Our role play section is designed to inspire creativity and confidence in little minds - and these two toys...
May 4


DOES YOUR LITTLE ONE LOVE... cars, trains, and trucks?
Whether your little one loves zooming cars around the track, watching trains race along their routes, or hauling cargo with their trucks,...
May 1


Play, Explore, Discover: The Power of Toy Libraries in Early Childhood Learning
Play, explore, discover - repeat! A very important quote from Helen Gibbons, a key voice in early childhood education. She highlights how...
Apr 3


Bringing culture to playtime!
One of our Carnegie Toy Library families sent us this sweet snap of their little one enjoying the Chinese New Year story sack - serving...
Mar 5


Toy Picks We Love: What’s your family’s go-to toy from the library?
Some of our team’s toy picks! While we’d love to spill all our secrets, today we’re sharing just a few of our committee’s favourite toys!...
Feb 28


Ready to grow your child’s skills through play?
Maggie Dent, an expert in parenting and child development, has spent years helping parents understand how essential play is for...
Feb 23


Play is Learning – Building Skills Through Fun!
Play is so much more than just a break from learning - it IS the learning! 🌟 Fred Rogers, a passionate advocate for children’s...
Feb 8


Borrow, play, save the planet! ♻️
Did you know that over 50% of toys in Australia end up in landfill within a year? (ABC News, 2021) Instead of buying new, borrowing from...
Feb 8
Spotlight on: Musical Play.
Musical play is more than just a good time - it helps children build coordination, boost creativity, and develop essential listening...
Feb 1


STEM Adventures Await
Spotlight on: STEM. School’s out, but who says learning has to be? Keep those brains buzzing and hands busy with our awesome range of...
Dec 13, 2024
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