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GO TO THE ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW finishing TUE 27 SEP

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GO TO THE ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW finishing TUE 27 SEP

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NOT for the showbags, but for the animals and all things agricultural

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Please note the Daily Schedule will be available in August 2018.

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(Remember, entry is free for children under 16 on the weekends AND public holidays!!!

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Each day, we offer opportunities to hear our expert keepers talk about the animals in their care and the conservation work being done for various species.

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with Behind The News

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Behind the News is a fun, accessible way for upper primary and secondary students to learn about what's happening in the world around them.

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In silence or in stillness, in the Christian tradition in God's loving presence.

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Guided Christian Meditation and Prayer with Bible Verses - God is Always with You

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Guided Christian Meditation and Prayer with Bible Verses - God is Always with You - with relaxing piano music for worship, prayer, devotionals and more. You can use this video for Christian devotional, Bible study, personal inspiration or to kick off your quiet time and prayer with God.

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VISIT THE STATE LIBRARY OF VICTORIA & SEE

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VISIT THE STATE LIBRARY OF VICTORIA & SEE

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Ex libris - sculptural work made by Anzara Clark from recycled books that reference Melbourne’s literary culture and history on your way to the Mirror of the World  exhibition.

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Changes to Manuscripts, Pictures and Magic collection access 21 April-20 May. READ MORE

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WATCH the FOOTY GRAND FINAL on SATURDAY 

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WATCH the FOOTY GRAND FINAL on SATURDAY 

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Learn about its history here: http://www.slv.vic.gov.au/search-discover/meet-our-collections-staff/tim-hogan-australian-rules-football then go outside and play kick to kick

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where can i play football? where can i play afl? where can i play australian football?

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AFL Community: Kicking Guide for Players

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Learn the kicking skills of the modern game of Australian Football from the current stars of the game. Garry Lyon and Matthew Lloyd present the basic mechanics of effective kicking.

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Discover, explore the History, Geography and the Natural Science of our world!

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To make sure that you get the best possible experience on our website our pages may use "cookies". If you click continue without changing your settings, we'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the National Geographic Kids website.

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Quick and easy access to information on topics A-Z to surprise, delight and make you wonder and want to know more

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Curriculum-linked learning resources for primary and secondary school teachers and students. Videos, games and interactives covering English, maths, history, science and more!

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You might already know some from our library at school

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All locations will be closed May 28-30 for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, except the InfoZone,

When you are on vacation, running errands or just away from home, read along stories are a great way to fill what can be hours of waiting into a lot of fun! Listed below are more than 100 video read alongs from old favorites like Where the Wild Things Are or newer favorite characters like Little Jumbo.

Our newest story is The Elves and the Shoemaker read by Chrissy Metz. In this story a poor shoemaker becomes successful with the help of two elves who finish his shoes during the night. This read aloud video is brought to you by Storyline Online, an organization committed to helping you raise children who love to read, just like us!

Click even more book jackets below to here another video read aloud! Your child will have enough stories to get them through the longest doctor's appointment wait, oil change or holiday dinner with too many adults! Plus, this listening library is available every day for returning to old favorites. "Read it again!" has never been easier!

More FREE Online Reading:

All Ready to Read Booklists – links to free online books, activities and more ideas to talk, sing, read, write and play at home!

100+ Free Video Read Alouds

500+ Free Video Read Alouds & E-Books for Kids with an iPad

e-Book Read Alongs for Kids – Free with your IndyPL library card

Download & Stream for Kids – Free with your IndyPL library card

Stream Picture Book Videos for Kids – Free with your IndyPL library card

Stream Movies for kids – Free with your IndyPL library card

Need help? Call or ask a Library staff member at any of our locations, text a librarian at 317 333-6877, or leave a comment.

More Read Aloud Videos:

These Video Read Alouds are brought to you by some of our awesome literacy partners:

When you are on vacation, running errands or just away from home, read along stories are a great way to fill what can be hours of waiting into a lot of fun.

Listed below are more than 100 video read alouds from old classics like Where the Wild Things Are to newer favorites like Little Jumbo. It's story time online! This listening library is available all day every day (and all night!) for returning to old favorites. “Read it again!” has never been easier!

For more ideas to help keep children hearing and enjoying great stories:

100 MORE Free Video Read Alouds

50+ Diverse Video Read Alouds

Video Read Alouds for Kids in American Sign Language (ASL)

See our online storytimes!

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100+ Free Video Read Alouds | Indianapolis Public Library

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Click on a book cover to hear a story read aloud! This listening library is available all day every day (and all night!) “Read it again!” has never been easier!

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Explore the site, be inspired to make or do something awesome!

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DIY is a safe online community where kids can connect, share their creations, and hang out over common interests like Art, Minecraft, Roblox, Music, and more!

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So much to see and so little time and its only a train ride away!

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There is plenty going on in the city to entertain kids and the whole family, from the aquarium to the zoo, and museums to ice-skating.

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Catch the train with your family into the City or Carlton or Spotswood https://museumvictoria.com.au/discoverycentre/ or stay at home and explore the Discovery Centre online!

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Australia's largest public museum organisation. We have been creating knowledge, entertaining visitors and building the State Collection since 1854.

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Catch the train with your family
http://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/visit/
or play online!

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A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award Winner

The NGAkids Art Zone app from the National Gallery of Art introduces children not only to the experience of great artwork, but also to the creative process of producing great artworks. Through the manipulation of paintings spanning hundreds of years and numerous styles of art, children are free to explore the elements that go into a painting. In the classical and impressionist designs, they are free to explore and modify the objects of the paintings, from the sky and the background, through the middle and the foreground, adjusting for perspective and adding and subtracting characters and scenery at will. Some of the characters in the paintings can be animated for an extra laugh. In the strongest part of the app, that of the more modern art styles, the artist can explore color and layering paints, producing works that are similar in style to the famous work but ultimately entirely original. All artworks that are produced can be saved to a gallery and shared with friends. The app also provides background material on all the paintings featured within the NGAkids Art Zone. Players can create a personal avatar (again, using elements of great artwork or even imported images to design an individual that expresses him- or herself) and work freeform in a general painting environment. As we explored the NGAkids Art Zone, we were especially impressed by how much range and depth there was; what seemed initially like a gimmick (modifying famous paintings with other objects and making them dance) quickly gave way to real art exploration and many hours of creative expression.
-Parents' Choice Foundation, 2015
NGAkids Art Zone is a phenomenal app from the National Gallery of Art to engage children of a broad range of interests and immerse them in some fundamental art techniques. The app includes eight different activities based on paintings from the National Gallery. Students can change backgrounds, add objects to the scenes, and change color palettes to create their own distinct imagery of famous paintings. For those who like dress up, there is a painting where they can change characters' dresses and hairstyles . Children who like animals will have an activity where they can add animals to the scene, adjust their size, and hear them make noises. Another activity allows a student to add George Washington dancing in a marionette format. There are directions for each activity along with an overview of the painting. Unfortunately, the text is small and specific information about paintings limited. However, this app provides a wonderful opportunity for students to enjoy famous works of art and experiment with fundamental elements of art including color, texture, foreground and background effects. PROS

The variety of art and activities will make this app appealing to children of a wide variety of interests and abilities.

App enables students to experience the effects of artistic techniques and spatial impacts.

Students can easily save and share their work.

CONS

Although most activities are intuitive, the instructions for each activity are written in small font with no voice-over so younger students may need adult support at times.

The teaching about fundamentals is experiential rather than explicit. For example, students play with the color wheel but they are not offered a formal explanation.

-- Mindprint Learning, Teachers with Apps, 2015

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A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award Winner The NGAkids Art Zone app from the National Gallery of Art introduces children not only to the experience of great artwork, but also to the creative process of producing great artworks.

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READ WHAT OTHER CHILDREN LIKE TO DO
Be inspired and go out and try something new!

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Kids tell us what they like to do in Greater Dandenong

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As part of the launch of the City of Greater Dandenong's Child Friendly City initiative, a book showcasing what local children like to do in Greater Dandenong was created. This video is a digital version on the book. For more information go to http://www.greaterdandenong.com/document/29088/child-friendly-city

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It is at The Drum Theatre in Clayton and it is FREE!

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Bring your parents along so you can become a member (if you are not already)

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What's on in the Libraries - City of Greater Dandenong

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Come along to the Greater Dandenong Libraries to enjoy a free Toddler Time session for your child and you. This session features storytelling, songs and rhymes for children aged 2-3 years...