Library staff are keen to develop a travelling LEGO collection, because playing with the world renowned children’s building system develops a range of skills including literacy, patience and team work. Best of all, both boys and girls love it, and it never goes out of fashion.
Children’s Librarian at Māngere Bridge Loryn Tompsett is leading the LEGO drive which follows the success of similar projects in the United States of America.
“LEGO is a great literacy tool. Once the collection is developed it will travel to every Manukau library so that children from all walks of life will have the opportunity to build their imaginations.
“We will also promote LEGO books and associated materials to encourage reading and build children’s engineering, lineal and lateral thinking skills. Small LEGO prize packs will be given away to lucky participants,” says Loryn.
The ‘LEGO in Libraries’ collection will be launched during Children’s Week at a Block Party at Māngere Bridge Library. Block Parties at other libraries across Manukau will follow. Children and their families are invited to come along and build something that reflects what it’s like being a kiwi kid.
Donations of LEGO can be dropped off at any of our libraries. The local Lions Club has thrown its support behind the drive with a generous donation of new LEGO but libraries would like a lot more.
What: Launch of LEGO in Libraries collection
When: Saturday, 6 March – 1.30-3pm
Where:
Entry: FREE – bring along your spare LEGO