First 5 Forever
It’s never too early to talk, read and share stories with your child.
First 5 Forever is a family literacy program aimed at supporting stronger language and literacy environments for children aged 0–5 years and their families.
Cairns Libraries delivers a range of FREE First 5 Forever family literacy programs for children and parents/carers across the community with an aim to make talking, reading, singing and playing part of your daily routine – any time, any place!
(Programs do not run over School Holiday periods.)
Talk Read Sing Play at Home
A collection of free activities and resources to help you make the most of your child's first 5 years
First 5 Forever in other languages
We embrace and respect our multicultural community and have translated some content into other languages.
Playgroup, Early Learning Centre or Community Visits
Let our First 5 Forever team bring the magic of stories, songs and rhymes to your playgroup or community group.
Book First 5 Forever for your event
Let our First 5 Forever team bring the magic of stories, songs and rhymes to your community group or event.
Register your interest in having Cairns Libraries First 5 Forever program attend your event by completing the below booking form.
Expressions of Interest must be received a minimum of four weeks prior to your event.
First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
