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Mr Ali and a library volunteer at a digital learning session

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After suffering the loss of a loved one during the pandemic, Ian found it difficult to leave the house. Gateshead’s Community Links service referred him to a [_blank_Reading for Wellbeing](https://readingforwellbeing.org.uk/) programme that was running at his local library.

This is Ian’s story.

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Libraries offer ways for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the health benefits of reading. 

You can get free books in print and digital formats, join a local book group and, in some places, get books delivered to your home.

Customer, Gateshead Libraries

How library reading services improve wellbeing

A lady blowing bubbles in front of a group of happy children in their local library

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Encouraging children’s natural curiosity in a safe space helps them learn new things.

For babies and toddlers, rhymetime and storytime sessions are fun, free ways to learn the building blocks of language. Being around other kids and parents helps them develop early social and emotional skills.

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Most libraries put on free activities for children. As well as rhymetimes and storytimes, you might find LEGO clubs and crafting workshops that help stoke the curiosity of older children.

Floor Manager, Halton Libraries

Developing young minds

Two children happily playing with wooden toys in their local library

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Libraries help children, parents and carers make friends and build support networks. 

Having children is a huge life transition, and libraries play a big part in helping parents around the country adapt and enjoy time together. 

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Being part of a community offers social connection, friendship and support. It’s great for our mental health. 

Tracy Hager is Children & Youth Librarian at [_blank_Wiltshire Libraries](https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/libraries-home). She sees up close the value libraries offer children of all ages - and their parents:

Customer and parent, Sandwell Libraries

Connection and support for families

Your public library is a free, open space where you can:

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