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Belmont Toy Library

Locality: Belmont, Western Australia

Address: Centenary Park Community Centre 6104 Belmont, WA, Australia

Website: https://www.belmonttoylibrary.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Kids getting restless during the holidays? Luckily its a beautiful day to borrow some toys! ? We still have borrowing slots at 9.30, 9.45, 10 and 10.15 available today (15th) Comment below or PM to book. We are also booking up slots for Saturday too ... See you soon

25.01.2022 Happy Monday! Thanks to everyone who came to visit us on Saturday, its wonderful to see the Toy Library busy again :) We are looking for people to work on Wednesday the 9th and Wednesday the 16th of September as we currently have no-one signed up for these shifts.... If you can fill any of these shifts please do sign up, or PM the page and we will book you in :) When you log into your SETSL account you can check your volunteer history to make sure youre on track to meet your volunteer requirements before your membership renewal date. Thank you to our new volunteers. We have a few ladies who arent borrowing members, but generously give up their time to keep us running. Thanks Ladies!

25.01.2022 Why did you join a Toy Library? Range of toys? Save space? Save money? Connect with local families? Wed love to know! And wed love to see you on Saturday 9.30-11.30!

24.01.2022 Good Morning! We are open today 9.30-11.30 and we’d love to see you. New members always welcome. Don’t forget about our FREE Science Show next Saturday. We’d love to see it packed out, so book tickets and invite your family and friends too See the pinned post on our page for details.

23.01.2022 "Johnnie does have more toys than you, I tell him. But, did you know those are the only toys he gets to play with? He doesnt get to go to the toy library and... choose new toys like you do. He doesnt get to go to the toy library?, my son replies in concerned disbelief. No, I explain, Youre lucky you get to go to the toy library. What would you rather have: all of Johnnies toys or go to the toy library? Toy library, definitely is the firm reply. https://www.moretimethanmoney.co.nz/why-to-join-a-toy-libr/

23.01.2022 Whether they sign themselves up - or they get signed up ;) - we LOVE it when people volunteer for their Toy Library Sessions. Currently aiming to staff sessions on Saturdays the 8th and 15th of August and Wednesday the 19th of August. If you can do those, or any other upcoming session, PM the page to make our day! See you soon at the Belmont Toy Library!... https://www.belmonttoylibrary.org.au

22.01.2022 Some indoor weather coming our way over the weekend and into the week... So stock up... on TOYS! Come down 9.30-11.30 tomorrow and bring home something to keep the kids busy and the Im boreds at bay!... We are located at Centenary Park and have 1 month free trials available to new members. Tag your friends to share the rainy day solutions See you soon!

21.01.2022 One of our volunteers for tomorrow is sadly unwell If you are able to step in to fill their place let us know Or sign yourself straight up!

21.01.2022 Party Time!? We have three items at our Toy Library that can be reserved. Our Reusable Party Pack has plates, cutlery, banners etc to enable you to host a large group without the issues of disposable items. Its $5 to hire.... Our Party Pack has two small tables, 8 chairs, a toddler roller coaster and slide - and were looking into upgrading the climbing frame. Its $10 to hire. The bouncy castle! Best for under 5s, very easy to set up and always a winner! $20 to hire, plus $50 bond. These items are only available to members. PM the page, or see us in person to reserve for your little ones party :)

21.01.2022 We have heaps of toys to keep little hands busy (and developing fine motor skills ) and minds buzzing! Open Wednesday 9.30-10.30! We hope to see you soon!

20.01.2022 Spooner Board! Our NEW TOY is ready to go. Check out some of the moves! Ages 3+, recommended for children under 120cm. Our 4yo Toy Tester loved laying on his stomach and spinning around aka Superman! Surfing was also popular!... We are open today 9.30-11.30. Please clean your toys and be considerate of physical distancing in the library. See you soon!

20.01.2022 Weekend play date or party planned? We have lots of toys that add a little something extra to a gathering! We also have a party pack and bouncy castle members can hire! We are next open Saturday 9.30-11.30, located at Centenary Park Hall. Dont forget to wash any toys youre returning and please be considerate of the number limits for our rooms ... See you soon!

19.01.2022 How to stop toy pieces disappearing! It happens to all of us. One Lego block is missing, or that single puzzle piece isnt with the rest of the jigsaw. You know it will always be in the last place you look Here are some tips to reduce the risk of toy pieces getting lost.... Tip 1 If youve borrowed a fabulous toy with lots of itty-bitty pieces, think about whether your child really needs to play with all of them. For example, the farm set has four chickens, three cows and two pigs but the chickens are smaller and more likely to get lost. Maybe put two chickens and one of the cows back in the bag for safekeeping theres still a lot of action happening on the farm! Tip 2 If you borrow a toy set which already has some similar pieces to ones you own (eg Lego), perhaps substitute your own and keep the toy library pieces in the bag no risk of losing them then! Tip 3 If a borrowed toy comes with smaller pieces which are more likely to be lost, why not keep them safe in a box so you can bring them out when youre playing with your child and then put them back. Less clutter = less chance of pieces disappearing. Tip 4 Start collecting all the toy pieces a day or two before you plan to return them, giving yourself lots of time to check under the couch and in all the other hidey places before you come back. We have a $2 per piece fine for missing pieces, which is refunded to you when you find it! Its never too late to return a piece and wed love to complete our sets again - so if you find them, bring them back! :)

19.01.2022 No bookings required! We no longer require bookings for you to come to the Toy Library, we just ask you abide by the number limits in the rooms to keep everyone safe! Did you know we have musical instruments? This adorable tiny piano is perfect for a toddler and is very popular!... Members, many of you have toys due for return soon, so please put us in your diary to return (and borrow!) - we dont want visiting members to miss out on the great toys you have on loan :) Open tomorrow 9.30-10.30 and Saturday 9.30-11.30. See you soon!

19.01.2022 Did you know that toy libraries have a peak body, Toy Libraries Australia? We are proud to be members of TLA They not only do all the important stuff like providing us with insurance and amazing guidance during these crazy Covid times, but also run a far more exciting page filled with tips on play, child development, and some great parenting humour Head on over and give them a like, and tell them we sent you!... [https://www.facebook.com/ToyLibrariesAustralia/]

19.01.2022 NEW TOY COMING! The excitement is real as we prepare to add our Freestyle Spooner Board to our toy collection. "Winning 5 major awards the year of release, the Freestyle Board is an amazing vestibular toy!... Super fun! The Spooner Freestyle Board captivates active kids! Amazingly versatile for free sensory play, mastering balance & as a core strength fitness trainer for adults too! The wide base makes it simple to keep your balance and develop boarding confidence. Stand, sit, rock, spin, slide, tilt, flip, wobble its all the action you can handle!" The size we have ordered is ideal for 3-6 year olds, or under 120cm tall (but weight rated to 225kg just in case you need to test it out too ;) ) Stay tuned. We are next open Wednesday 9.30-10.30am. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hp9kgsF6ORs

19.01.2022 New Toy! Thanks to our friends at Bunnings Belmont, were very excited to add this Worm Play Tunnel to our collection for you to enjoy. Recommended for ages 3+ (and best not placed on abrasive surfaces) its a great way to get some movement into your little ones day! ... Who will be first to borrow it we wonder? :) We are open Wednesday 9.30-10.30 and Saturday 9.30-11.30.

19.01.2022 We are open tomorrow 9.30-11.30, please message the page to book a time slot so we can ensure we do not exceed our number limits at any one time. Dont forget to clean your toys please We have sanitizer set up for when you arrive and a cleaning station just in case! All current memberships have been extended by 4 months. We hope to see you soon

18.01.2022 Rainy Day Indoor Play! Come and see us today, 9.30-10.30 to borrow some toys to keep the little ones engaged and happy ... New members welcome!

18.01.2022 Spring is bringing us some lovely weather, so pop by to borrow some outdoor toys We are open Wednesdays 9.30-10.30 and Saturdays 9.30-11.30. New members welcome! Put a reminder in your phone or diary so you dont forget when you have toys due too, we love to keep our loans moving so all our members can enjoy our toys

18.01.2022 Belmont Toy Library has a lovely collection of dolls and accessories - we hope to see you checking them, and our other wonderful toys, out soon! We are taking bookings for members to return their loans and/or borrow more toys this Saturday (9.30-11.30) and next Wednesday (9.30-10.30). PM the page to make a booking, prospective members welcome too! We really appreciate all the people whove been able to return their toys and re-engage with us after our temporary closure. Thanks Everyone! Do like and share our posts to help us to continue to connect with our community!

18.01.2022 Dont want to store all the toys? Thats our job We love how Toy Libraries help keep kids engaged with toys that match their age and stage...without storage hassles! ... Open Saturday 9.30-11.30 and Wednesday 9.30-10.30 - no bookings needed! See you soon!

16.01.2022 Our Toy Library is run by members, for members. Great community vibe and fundraising efforts going straight back into the library - win win! Were now filling the volunteer calendar for August, with members needed to fill Wednesday (9.30-10.30) and Saturday sessions (9.30-11.30). If youve not done a session before, dont worry, well team you up with someone who has :) Teamwork makes the dream work! PM the page and we can book you in for a session or youre welcome to s...ign yourself up via SETSL :) See you soon!

15.01.2022 Just some of the new toys available to borrow in 2021. Thank you to the lovely volunteers who are joining us for stocktake today - you're all amazing! We can't wait to reopen for borrowing on the 6th of February and see lots of smiling faces taking home new toys. A lot of our new toys have been donated by the Maylands Playgroup - thanks guys :D

14.01.2022 Excitingly, Belmont Toy Library has been invited to have a stand at a children’s morning on Friday 4th December 9-12. We are hoping one of our lovely members would be able to assist so we can participate? If you can spare a few hours please do let us know!

13.01.2022 Is this yours? Left behind at a party? Let us know if it is

12.01.2022 Puppets are a wonderful tool for child development. Check out the link for some ideas. And if Speech development is a goal for your child - googling puppets and speech therapy reveals a treasure trove of ideas! But to the kids - its just fun! We have some lovely hand puppets and our very own puppet theatre, so come visit us!... Next open tomorrow (Wednesday) 9.30-10.30. See you soon! https://www.openschoolbag.com.sg/b/benefits-of-puppet-play/

12.01.2022 The front door to Centenary House is locked and been reported. Please enter via the side door at Lesser Hall opposite the playground.

11.01.2022 You dont need a lot of space to develop your childs balance skills These stepping buckets are just one of the great sets of toys we have to getting your little ones moving - and having fun! We are open tomorrow (Wednesday) 9.30-10.30am. Thank you to our amazing members who have signed up for a volunteer shift since our reopening If you havent yet, please PM the page to see when we can sign you. Many hands make light work

10.01.2022 Come on down! What are your Wednesday plans? Some gardening? Off to the vet? Fixing things around the house? Baking? Trip to the farm? Whatever youre doing, you can add - popping down to the Toy Library! No bookings required!... We are very excited to welcome people on Wednesdays 9.30-10.30 and Saturdays 9.30-11.30. New members welcome. Please ensure you wash your toys before returning them and adhere to physical distancing guidelines. We cant wait to see you!

10.01.2022 Isn’t this Minibeasts play set just beautiful! Thanks City of Belmont! It’s an example of why joining our Toy Library is so great - this toy is valued at $90. But for just $50 you can join for a year and access hundreds of high quality toys that would otherwise be cost and space prohibitive for most families. In 2021 we would love to grow our Facebook following and membership base so more families know about us, and can access great play opportunities for their children. ... So please like and share our posts and page and help us spread the fun

10.01.2022 One of our lovely members has generously donated us a new Ice Cream Cart, as ours had well and truly been loved to pieces over the years! Thank you! This brilliant Scoop and Learn Ice Cream Cart makes for an engaging set up for imaginative play. Leave the sound off for your children to create their own game, or turn it on - when you put in an order card it requests ice creams and money and the scoop knows when you've got it right. This is sure to be a popular toy, will you be the first to borrow it? It will be at the Toy Library by Saturday :) We are next open Wednesday, 9.30-10.30. See you there.

10.01.2022 We are open tomorrow (Wednesday) 9.30-10.30 Annual volunteering based memberships currently only $50 - a years supply of toys for all your kids for the cost of maybe 1 toy? Youre welcome Visit with the kids and see what toys they choose that you might never have considered!... Visit without them to explore the amazing toys we have and surprise them with a fun set up! Everyones a winner either way See you soon

09.01.2022 We are open tomorrow 9.30-11.30! No bookings required. We hope to see you there

09.01.2022 THANK YOU! To our amazing members who have already signed up for their next volunteering session. Champions! If you havent yet, head to https://btlwa.setls.com.au From here you can log into your account, signing in at the top right hand corner. Click calendar and sign up for a session, or 2! Check out this video to see how.... PM the page if you want us to sign you up, or have any questions about being trained for your session :) https://www.youtube.com/watch

08.01.2022 There's been a lot of talk about puzzles this year (especially when the Prime Minister himself recommends them for lockdown!). But why are puzzles so good for k...ids, and even adults? Good quality puzzles are "self correcting" - your child will see if they're getting it wrong and work to figure out how to get the correct answer. When they complete the puzzle, it is also self-rewarding - they can easily see what they have achieve. These two qualities help develop confidence, and resilience - two very essential things for any human being! Puzzles are useful for developing and extending fine motor skills. Knob and chunky puzzles are great for babies and toddlers to practice grasping, with often the pieces themselves being interesting enough to capture the child's interest before they are even aware of the puzzle concept itself. As pieces get smaller, this further develops dexterity and hand eye coordination. Themed puzzles are great for imparting knowledge and developing language. Borrowing an alphabet puzzle allows children to become familiar with letter shapes. A puzzle with farm animals gives an opportunity to name animals and talk about their characteristics. Many toy libraries have fantastic puzzles aimed at older children with themes such anatomy, space and solar systems, geography, and much more. Puzzles are also a handy way to build social skills. Children completing a puzzle together will need to communicate and negotiate about pieces and where they might go. Working towards a common goal can be useful for children who are shy - the focus is on the puzzle, rather than having a new person put all their attention on them. Doing puzzles over and over again is a normal part of children developing mastery and confidence, but eventually they will become bored. Borrowing from the toy library is a great way to keep the novelty factor of puzzles without ending up with a cupboard full or missing pieces all over the house. If you have spare complete puzzles from lockdown, you can contact your local toy library about donating - they will be able to let you know if what you have is appropriate.

08.01.2022 Will you see our new toys today? Some of the lovely donations we have received, ready for new adventures in your home

07.01.2022 Some kids do a puzzle once and theyre done Others love to master it and do it again and again Either way weve got you covered Come and check out our great puzzle range Wednesday 9.30-10.30 and Saturday 9.30-11.30

07.01.2022 Cant travel? No worries! These dolls of the world can add some culture to your day! Arent they gorgeous? We have so many truly beautiful toys that will spark so many different play options We are open tomorrow (Saturday), 9.30-11.30!... We are run completely by volunteers and really appreciate you cleaning your toys, returning them on time and signing up for your shifts - now filling October See you soon!

06.01.2022 Balance bike or pedals? Weve got both! A great way to give your child an opportunity to try a new skill without the big $ investment. We have lots of ride on toys and outdoor equipment too ... Taking bookings for this Saturday and next Wednesday now. PM the page to book. Dont forget to clean your toys before you come See you soon!

06.01.2022 MEMBERSHIP RATE SPECIAL! Belmont Toy Library is run by members, for members! Were very passionate about being able to provide a valuable service - whether you join to save $ on toy purchases, to keep up with your childrens changing needs, to hire our awesome party kit and bouncy castle, to save on clutter in the home or save the environment from waste - were delighted to be here for you!... As such, were keen to support our members during what has been, and continues to be, a difficult financial time for many. For the next 12 months (until the 31st of July 2021), we are pleased to offer discounted membership rates to all new and existing members. Members on Standard or Family memberships, who have met their volunteer requirements*, can renew for only $50. Non-active members can renew for $100. These rates are also available for new signups during the discount period. Thank you again to those members who help by volunteering their time - its because of you we can keep our fees low and ensure that all money raised is going directly back to members. Our goal as a Toy Library is to have an engaged and happy membership base - and we hope you will be part of it. Sign up by the links on our FB page or in person at the Toy Library. See you soon! *Members who have not met their volunteer obligations for exceptional reasons will be supported to renew their membership.

04.01.2022 We have re-opened! With plenty of options to keep the kids moving and entertained, youre bound to find something to engage your little ones! :-) Currently, members are asked to please book a time to visit the Toy Library. We are taking bookings for 9.30-10.30am Wednesdays and 9.30-11.30am Saturdays, in 15 minute slots. Please PM the page to book your time! :) ... If you are returning toys, please help us meet our COVID requirements by washing your toys before returning them and sanitising your hands as you arrive. :-) Thank you also to the members who are signing up to do their volunteering sessions :) We truly appreciate your help, and look forward to seeing you soon! And - if youre not already a member, youre also welcome to book a time to come and see what were about! :D

03.01.2022 Paw Patrol? On a roll! If your little one is a fan of Ryder and his pups weve got plenty of options for them! See you at the Centenary Park Hall on Wednesday 9.30-10.30 or Saturday 9.30-11.30

01.01.2022 You know the feeling! See you this morning, 9.30-11.30, no bookings required

01.01.2022 MAGNETIC TILES! We are SO EXCITED, to be adding Connetix Magnetic Tiles to our library. Magnetic tiles, especially awesome ones like these, are the ultimate open ended toy for a wide range of ages. ... "Connetix tiles encourage cognitive development, spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, fine and gross motor skills and help children build knowledge around scientific and mathematical concepts, all through play!" These tiles have rivets for extra safety, but they're not suitable for young children, 3+ is the recommendation. We would LOVE to see pictures of what your children create :) They will be in the Toy Library by Saturday...who will the lucky children be? (Also surprisingly fun for parents... ;) )