New children’s library a big hit among young readers

YOUNG bookworms in Calderdale have given the seal of approval to the new children’s library in Halifax, with book issue figures rocketing by 188% since the new library opened.

The new Halifax Central Library and Archives opened to the public last September and in the six months since opening 28,111 children’s books have been issued, compared with 9,773 for the same period in 2016/17.

Clr Susan Press, Cabinet member for communities and neighbourhood services, said: “The children’s library is one of many highlights in the new Central Library. The welcoming space is clearly very popular with young people in Calderdale, with figures for book issues going through the roof.

“This isn’t the only good news story for the new library. Adult and teenage book issues have also increased and almost 2,000 new members have signed up to use the great new facilities.”

The new children’s library, for young readers and their families, is on the ground-floor of the new building, close to the reception and visitor information centre. It has been specially designed to appeal to youngsters, with bright vibrant colours and specially commissioned child-sized furniture.

There are also a host of activities and events.

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