Waiamakariri Libraries created an amazing Māori Language Collection called Ako Collection to help you explore and learn more about Te Reo Māori.
A range of apps that make using the library easier.
Grab your library card, remember your PIN number and jump right in!
Award Winners
Waimakariri Heritage website - a place to conserve and curate community memories and taonga.
To assist teachers, Waimakariri Libraries have a feast of resources available to help teachers feed students who are hungry for knowledge.
Rangiora Library
Fortnightly on a Friday from 10-11am,
starting on 18 October
Kaiapoi Library
Fortnightly on a Wednesday from 2-3pm,
starting on 16 October
Oxford Library
Fortnightly on a Wednesday from 10-11am,
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Bringing people together and books to life.
Reading aloud gives a different experience of reading for both the listeners and the reader. It naturally slows the text down and creates a relaxed atmosphere. We read slowly so that we have time to think along with the reading!
The group discusses ideas, thoughts and feelings about the readings. Together we mull over different parts of the story or poem that strike us as interesting or that we relate to. Sharing our thoughts provides a richer interpretation than we can achieve when reading alone. Your Reader Leader weaves together all the personal responses to create a unique interpretation of the text.
No reading experience necessary. It's fun and relaxing, and you can make friends!
