Young Readers Day Out
Next on
Sun 22 Nov
10:30am-12pm
Booking
Booking required
Yes
Free event
No
Cost
Adults are $25 and children are free (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Location
State Library Level 1
This event is for
Families
Event Type
Step into a world of stories, imagination and creativity at the 2026 Young Readers Day Out.
Meet some of Australia’s most exciting authors and illustrators, including Renae Hayward, James Foley, Sally Murphy, Steve Heron, Jasmine Berry, Jen Sherrington and Laura Motherway.
Discover how books are written and illustrated, hear inspiring stories, and enjoy plenty of laughs along the way. Don't miss the thrilling Illustrator Duel, where Kelly Canby and Jasmine Berry will go head-to-head in a live drawing challenge.
Join us for a fun-filled day for children and families who love books, storytelling and creativity.
Suitable for children up to 12 years.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Max 4 children per an adult ticket.
This event is presented by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, The Literature Centre and supported by the State Library of Western Australia.
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Early Works of Children's Authors & Illustrators
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Juvenilia is work produced by an author or artist while they were a child. This exhibition showcases the juvenilia of Australian children’s authors and illustrators and their early endeavours at storytelling.
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Weekly on Friday, 10:30am - 12pm until Fri 11 Dec 2026
Songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their families, followed by an hour of Play Time to help develop early literacy and learning skills.
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Weekly on Monday, 10:30am - 12pm until Mon 14 Dec 2026
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.