Wriggle and Rhyme

Wriggle & Rhyme

Wriggle & Rhyme Active Movement for Early Learning has now been operating in Waitakere libraries for almost a full year. The program is designed for the 0-2 year age group and teaches parents/caregivers early movement activities that will assist physical, social and cognitive (brain) development.

Active Movement is a Sport NZ (former SPARC) initiative which aims to provide positive movement experiences to stimulate development of both the brain and the body. Each session will be based on the Active Movement set of 14 activity guides using a range of music and movement.

Libraries are working with the Auckland Council and Regional Sports Trust to provide Wriggle & Rhyme sessions across the greater Auckland region with the focus mainly for babies from birth to two years.

Movement is a child’s first language, so it is important to provide babies with whole body movements’ right from birth. Parents and caregivers are invited to take part in these free weekly sessions at their local library, where they can also learn skills to put into practice at home.

While the activities are generally for babies, older pre-schoolers are also welcome to attend Wriggle & Rhyme sessions, and will benefit too. 

Waitakere Libraries Sessions: (All sessions 30 minutes)

Massey                               Mondays 10:30 a.m.
Te Atatu Peninsula              Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.
Ranui                                   Tuesdays and Thursdays 11.00 a.m.
New Lynn War Memorial      Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.
Waitakere Central               Thursdays 9:30 a.m.
Titirangi                                Fridays 9:30 a.m.
Glen Eden                            Fridays 11:00 a.m.

To view a short video of a Wriggle and Rhyme session click here.

For more information on Wriggle & Rhyme, Active Movement for Early Learning visit your local library.

Click here to see a list with sessions from all 50 community libraries that are taking part in the Wriggle & Rhyme programme across the greater Auckland region.