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What's in the library for me?

 

  • magazines

 

  • graphic novels

 

  • books

 

  • audiobooks

 

You'll also find videos, DVDs and all your favourite music on CD.

 

 

 

All Libraries have Learning Centres with computers for all ages to use. You can:

 

  • access the Internet for FREE

 

  • learn more about software such as Word or Excel

 

  • play CDs such as Harry Potter

 

How do I join the library?

 

It's free to join and you can pick up an application form at any library.



Ask your parent or carer to sign the form when you've filled it in and bring it to the library. 

 

You'll also need to bring 2 proofs of your name and address with you (for example - bank statement, Glasgow Kidz Card).

 

 

You can use your new library card straight away!

 

 

 

What can I borrow?

 

Under 14 years can borrow:

 

  • up to 6 books or magazines

 

  • up to 3 DVDs or videos 

 

  • up to 3 music CDs

 

 

All books and magazines are free and now so are are DVDs, videos and CDs.

 

 

 

How long can I keep them? 

 

You can keep books and magazines for up to 4 weeks or longer if no-one else has requested them. 

 

Just phone any library or bring them in to be restamped before the due date.

 

You can keep CDs, DVDs and videos for 1week.

 

If you forget to return your books on time, you will not be charged fines if you are under 14 years.

 

 

 

Can you keep books aside for me?

 

Yes. If you can't find the book you want, you can reserve it by filling in a request card and then we'll let you know when the book is ready for collection.

 

If the book is not out on loan then there will be no charge.

 

Fun times

Activities for children at your local library ...read more about Fun times

Homework Help for under 12s

Libraries are great places to get help with your school project or homework and to meet new friends ...read more about Homework Help for under 12s

I'm stuck with my homework project...

Then try:

 

Homework Help

 

OR

 

take a look at:

 

Britannica Junior Encyclopedia

 

If you're studying at home, just log in using your library card number