Children & families

Child reading Baby Ways at Better Beginnings Rhyme Time session

Better Beginnings

Every child should have the very important experience of sharing books with the adults in their life from the time they are born.

Activity panels in The Story Place
A special and colourful space for children aged 0-8 and their parents or carers. Located on the Mezzanine Level find a great selection of books, see original artwork, sing a song and play games.
Father reading to daughter
Did you know that it's never too early to read to your child?

Upcoming Events

On the Way to Nanas cover artwork spread
Dates
Hop into a four-wheel drive and embark on a 1000km road trip through Western Australia’s breathtaking Kimberley landscape. Visit the Story Place Gallery on the Mezzanine Level for our latest kids’ exhibition.
Better Beginnings Rhyme Time
Weekly on Friday, 10:30am - 12pm until Fri 11 Apr 2025
Songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their families, followed by an hour of Play Time to help develop early literacy and learning skills.
Story Time - Dad with son
Weekly on Monday, 10:30am - 12pm until Mon 7 Apr 2025
Interactive story fun for pre-schoolers and their carers. Followed by a half hour Play Time where families can explore literacy and learning through reading, talking, singing, writing and playing together.

Discover more

Young girl asleep in pram at the Royal Show 1938
Amenities, baby changing room and public toilets.
Fun with Fairytales with school children
Access video content and digital books for children of all ages.
Children playing at the Story Place

Better Beginnings YouTube Channel

If you are looking for fun rhymes, stories and activities for kids, then head on over to the Better Beginnings YouTube channel.