Enjoy introducing your baby to books and words being read or sung aloud, with nursery rhymes and board books. We have an extensive collection of classic, modern and international nursery rhymes and poems you can read or sing together.

You can either:

• choose from one of our recommended titles
• search the library catalogue for 'nursery rhymes' or 'children's poems'
• come to the library and browse the shelves for those special songs you remember from your own childhood.   

There's also a fantastic variety of board books available, including colourful first words and numbers, and books that have tactile features for your baby to interact with.  

We've chosen some of our favourite books for toddlers below. Just select a title to make a reservation. You can also come into the library and ask staff for assistance.

For more reading advice, events and services for babies, visit our Reading advice for babies 0 to 12 months page. 

Visit our Baby 3 to 12 months page for more information and services.