For professionals
Whether you work in allied health, early childhood, education, or community services, toy libraries can complement the support you provide to children and families of all abilities.
From toys and resources you can recommend to families to ideas for extending learning beyond appointments, you'll find tools, insights, and opportunities to connect with your local toy library.
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The
Toy Library Effect
Podcast
Hear from child development professionals, families and, toy library leaders as they explore how play supports children's development and how toy libraries can complement the support you provide
Why professionals partner with toy libraries
Continue learning at home
Give families practical ways to build on the strategies and goals you are working towards between appointments.
Reduce barriers for families
Affordable access to hundreds of quality toys means families can try, borrow, and adapt resources as children's needs change.
Strengthen community connections
Toy libraries provide welcoming spaces where families can build confidence, connect with others, and access local support.
Support sustainable choices
Borrowing toys reduces household costs, minimises waste, and makes quality play resources available to more families.
Support families beyond
the appointment
Practical, evidence-informed resources that help families build confidence and continue learning through everyday play at home.
Keep the play going
Follow us on social media for play ideas, toy library stories and resources for families @toylibrariesaustralia
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