Best Libraries In Singapore For Toddlers, Kids, Teens

Central Public Library: Library In Central, Singapore *TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Deemed as the world's first green library for kids,"My Tree House" is constructed with recycled materials and houses 45,000 books for kids aged 4 to 12 years, interactive e-reading kiosks, a reading corner, and an impressive fiction collection! For story-telling enthusiasts, drop by on Saturdays and Sundays for their sessions recommended for kids aged 4 to 6 years. Being a Literary Arts library, it also hosts a series of programs like Meet-the-Author sessions and is also home to 2 book clubs.

Central Public Library, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064, Website

Toa Payoh Public Library: Library In Toa Payoh, Singapore

What's cool about this library? The children's section on the first floor has a shelf built exactly like a big ship! Story sessions are aplenty and there are even 30 minute sessions of songs, rhymes and stories catered to parents and their tots aged 1 to 3! There are also workshops dedicated to writers, a reading club and also creative sessions conducted by industry experts who will share on their unique experiences on topics such as photography, print, design, video, web and a whole lot more.

Toa Payoh Public Library, 6 Toa Payoh Central, Singapore 319191, Website

Woodlands Regional Library: Library In Woodlands, Singapore

On the fourth level of the Woodlands Civic Centre, you'll find a huge children's section that has been designed as an outdoor park! The library also houses the Asian Children's Literature (ACL) Collection that aims to raise awareness and promote deeper understanding of Asian children's literature, culture and heritage. The collection has about 8,000 items and is accompanied by a thematic exhibition that is refreshed periodically.

Woodlands Regional Library, 900 South Woodlands Drive (Woodlands Civic Center #01-03), Singapore 730900, Website

Pasir Ris Public Library: Library In Pasir Ris, Singapore

Reopened at the end of 2015 after major upgrading, the Pasir Ris Public Library within the popular White Sands Shopping Center covers an area of 1,986 square meters. There's a special teens’ mezzanine, a dedicated space for teens to hang out, both for reading and leisure. Not to mention, the children's section is huge, with a section dedicated to tots and small little enclaves perfect for a couple of hours of peaceful reading. English storytelling sessions are mainly on Fridays and suited for kids aged 4 to 8 years.

Pasir Ris Public Library, 1 Pasir Ris Central St 3, #04-01/06 White Sands, Singapore 518457, Website

Tampines Regional Library: Library In Tampines, Singapore

Massive is an understatement when it comes to the spanking new 5-storey Tampines Regional Library located at Our Tampines Hub. One key highlight of the library is that it integrates community learning spaces such as the PA-managed culinary studios (Level 2), interest group activity rooms (Level 2), and an indoor playground (Level 3) for kids within the library, to encourage different forms of learning. There's also a Chinese Children's Collection as well as an Early Literacy Library for kids below 3 years.

Tampines Regional Library, 1 Tampines Walk, #02-01 Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 529684, Website

Geylang East Public Library: Library In Geylang, Singapore

This nature-themed library features green reading spaces and is known for a variety of activities for kids on weekends. From Super Storytastic sessions and magic shows, Geylang East Public Library hosts events and activities for kiddos of all ages. There's also a a monthly Sunday Origami session for enthusiasts to learning about its development and folding techniques. This program is excellent as a family bonding activity!

Geylang East Public Library, 50 Geylang East Ave 1, Singapore 389777, Website

Marine Parade Public Library: Library In Marina, Singapore *TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Kids will flock to the interactive and multiimedia exhibits at this library. The children's section has a vibrant, colorful space that's perfect to promote learning through exploration and play. There's also a teen zone at the Mezzanine level, which houses the Young People collection and also comics!

Marine Parade Public Library, 278 Marine Parade Road #01-02, Marine Parade Community Building, Singapore 449282, Website

Serangoon Public Library: Library In Serangoon, Singapore

Housing more than 180,000 items for readers of all age groups, it's no doubt that Serangoon Public Library is huge and spans across the rooftop of NEX shopping mall. One unique feature of this library is that it features digital and board gaming programs and PC gaming stations to encourage learning and social bonding through play among the younger generation. A key highlight as well is their Game On! - Boardgames sessions that are held every 3rd Sunday of even months from 2 to 6pm where you can play an array of boardgames with the whole family!

Serangoon Public Library, 23 Serangoon Central, #04-82/83 NEX, Singapore 556083, Website

Jurong Regional Library: Library In Jurong, Singapore

Sembawang Public Library: Library In Sembawang, Singapore

True to its past, Sembawang Public Library boasts of facilities and fixtures reflecting its shipbuilding heritage. This is seen from its container-inspired reading areas to the names for each section throughout the library. The huge children's section also has tablets for kids to explore educational apps. The Early Literacy section, which caters to kids aged six and below is stocked with books that focus on five important areas of play, talk, sing, read and write.

Sembawang Public Library, 30 Sembawang Drive, #05-01 Sun Plaza, Singapore 757713, Website

Bedok Public Library: Library In Bedok, Singapore

Re-located to the new Heartbeat@Bedok, the Bedok Public Library is among a suite of community services provided at the new integrated complex. It covers the 2nd and 3rd story and spans over 4,000 square meters. The themes of nature, landscape, and greenery are seen throughout the library with pillar wraps, colors and design include landscape elements inspired by nature. Highlights of the library include an early literacy space as well as teens study and reading area. English storytelling sessions are scheduled every Saturday afternoon.

Bedok Public Library, 11 Bedok North Street 1, #02-03 & #03-04, Heartbeat@Bedok, Singapore 469662, Website

Library @ Harbourfront at VivoCity West: Library In Harbourfront, Singapore

The Library@Harbourfront at VivoCity opened in early 2019. Known previously as the Bukit Merah Public Library, the relocated library to Level 3 VivoCity shopping mall will be easily accessible to everyone. The Children's Area will be specially designed with an extensive Early Literacy collection for kids aged 6 and below. For more information, click HERE.