Discover Ipswich Libraries Please register your interest in visiting an Ipswich Libraries branch or having our Library Programs Team visit your school or community group. Please note a minimum of 4 weeks lead time is required. After submitting your enquiry our staff will be in contact with you as soon as possible to discuss your request. NOTE: Completion of this form does not constitute a confirmed booking. Step 1 of 5 - Request Details 20% Request DetailsTour Organisation* Organise a visit to a branch Organise for staff to visit your group Which Library Branch would you like to visit?* Ipswich Central LibraryIpswich Children's LibrarySpringfield Central LibraryRedbank Plains LibraryRedbank Plaza LibraryRosewood LibraryType of Visit* Library TourLibrary ProgramLibrary Tour and ProgramType of Visit* Library PresentationLibrary ProgramLibrary Presentation and Program Group DetailsName of Group* Type of Group?* Early Years (0-5)Primary SchoolSecondary SchoolTAFE / UniversityCommunity Group - AdultsCommunity Group - SeniorsOtherPlease indicate type e.g. childcare, cadets, seniors* Please indicate age range* Please indicate any additional group needs (Optional) Contact Person* First Last Role / Position* Contact Phone*Contact Email* Group Address* Street Address Suburb Postal Code Visit DetailsPlease note a minimum of 4 weeks lead time is required.Preferred dates and times are subject to availability and branch opening hours.Preferred Date* DD slash MM slash YYYY Preferred Start Time* : Hours Minutes AM PM AM/PM Group Size*How many people do you think will be attending? (estimate) Subject or TopicSessions may be tailored to a specific topic where relevant.Please select a type of Library tour below* General Tour Specialised Tour Please describe what section of the Library Branch you would like to visit? e.g. Children's Space, Makerspace, Local History Room* Please select one or more suitable topics for your group type*Descriptions about each topic will be shown upon selection.Active StoriesBe ConnectedBook TalksCodingDigital ArtsInternet SafetyLocal and Family HistoryResearch Skills and Homework HelpRoboticsStorySports™Virtual RealityOtherActive Stories - Early Years, Primary, Special NeedsBring books to life with interactive stories for all ages using props, puppets and robots. From Books & Bots to reimagined fairy tale classics, our skilled storytellers will engage your group based on any theme.Be Connected - Adult, SeniorsBasic Computer, Tablet and Smartphone Skills. Click here to find out more information about Be Connected.Book Talks - Primary, Secondary, AdultIgnite an interest in popular books and authors through story teasers, book trailers and library staff recommendations designed to inspire a passion to read.Coding - Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsScratch your group’s coding itch with our interactive how-to-sessions. Experience coding a live robot using computers and tablets. Our team has capabilities to share skills across multiple formats in varying degrees of complexity.Digital Arts - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsDevelop new arts skills using a variety of technology to draw, design or create music using digital paintbrushes, Tinkercad, Garage Band, and MIDI keyboards.Internet Safety - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsReinforce tips for being respectful, responsible and staying safe online.Local and Family History - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsDiscover more about the heritage of our City through collections, images and databases including the Picture Ipswich digital image archive, Trove and other local history resources.Research Skills and Homework Help - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Build student knowledge and skills in accessing the library’s physical and virtual collections and resources, such as Studiosity, a free, live, online student help service available to library members.Robotics - Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsUse directional buttons or simple block based coding to complete fun and engaging challenges. Discover a range of different robotics from Bee-Bots, Ozobots, Spheros, LEGO and more.StorySports™ - Primary, Secondary, Pit team against team in competitive writing challenges based on the dynamic StorySports™ program developed by well-known children’s author, Brian Falkner. (Available for years 5-12)Virtual Reality - Secondary, Tertiary, Adult, SeniorsExperience new worlds with your whole class using our Oculus Quest 2 and Oculus Go VR sets. (Available for years 7-12)OtherInterested in a different program or event not mentioned above? Describe what program or event you would like. Borrowable KitsDid you know Ipswich Libraries offers a range of borrowable digital technology kits to support further learning? These kits can be borrowed (subject to availability) for a period of 3 weeks following a group visitBeebot (3+ years)Dash Robot (6+ years)Sphero BOLT (8+years)Ozobot EVO (8+ years)Cue Robot (11+ years)Makey Makey (10+ years)Accessible Technology Robot Information https://www.ipswichlibraries.com.au/whats-on/technology/borrow-a-bot/ Beebot (3+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 6 Beebot robots with accessories, cables, and charging dock. Cue Robot (11+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 4 Cue robots with accessories and cables. Requires iPads or Android devices for apps and connectivity. Devices can be borrowed upon request. Dash Robot (6+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 4 Dash robots with accessories and cables. Requires iPads or Android devices for apps and connectivity. Devices can be borrowed upon request. Sphero BOLT (8+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 6 Sphero robots with accessories and cables. Requires iPads or Android devices for apps and connectivity. Devices can be borrowed upon request. Ozobot EVO (8+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 6 Ozobot robots with accessories and cables. These robots can be used without any device requirements. Activity packs, including pens and tracks, are included with kit. Makey Makey (10+ years) Product Information - YouTube Video This kit contains 6 Makey Makey devices. These devices require a PC or Mac to use with Scratch or supported websites Activity information, including how-to use, is provided with kit. Accessibile Technology Kit This kit contains various accessibility devices with instruction booklets and cables: 1x Schweizer Magnifier 1x Optelec Digital Magnifier 2x C-Pen Reader Pens Privacy and Terms of UsePlease provide any additional details regarding your group visit Consent* I accept the Ipswich Libraries' Privacy Statement and Terms of Use Policies*Ipswich City Council is collecting your personal information for the purpose of fulfilling its functions, responsibilities and activities. Please see Council’s Privacy Statement and Personal Information Digest for further information about how we manage personal information, to whom personal information could be disclosed and the laws that authorise or require the collection of personal information by the Council. Generally, we do not disclose your personal information outside of Council unless we are required by law to do so or you have given your consent. 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