Online Books and Movies
If you can't get to the library, don't worry! Your library membership gets you free books and movies online.
Movies for kids
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KanopyWatch great movies for kids (and adults). You can watch five free movies each month, but you'll need an adult, or caregiver over 13 with a library card and PIN to use Kanopy. |
Books to read or listen to
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Story Box LibraryVideoed stories for children Watch storytellers bring your favourite stories and picture books to life. Preschool and primary school aged children will enjoy these fantastic videos from Story Box Library.
Free to use with your library card and PIN, or at any library. |
BorrowBox (Bolinda)e-Books and MP3 e-Audio Read books by Rick Riordan, Andy Griffiths, Erin Hunter, Stacy Gregg and New Zealand and Australian authors.
Free to use with your library card and PIN, or at any library. |
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Libby (Overdrive)e-Books and e-Audio Read Steve Adams or Sonny Bill's biographies or learn how to train your dog. Libby also has lots of non-fiction, picture books and read-along storybooks.
Free to use with your library card and PIN, or at any library. |
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Wheelers ePlatforme-Books Read Geronimo Stilton, David Walliams, Jacqueline Wilson, Sally Rippin, Joy Cowley and all your favourite authors. Read online or get the app.
Free to use with your library card and PIN, or at any library. |
Other apps and cool stuff for kids
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Library AppsDownload all the online book and movie apps and the Tasman District Libraries app. |
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AnyQuestionsGet help with your homework. AnyQuestions is a live online chat service for New Zealand school students. Between 1pm - 6pm weekdays you can log on and chat with a real librarian who will help you find great online resources.
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ManyAnswersIf you don't want to talk to someone about your homework look at ManyAnswers. It covers all the popular questions asked on AnyQuestions with links to great online resources that will help you with your homework. |
Related Links:
- For fun activities and things to do check out Stay at Home Fun!
- If you, your parent or caregiver aren't already library members it's easy to join.
- Need help? Contact us.