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Congratulations on the arrival of your baby!

Did you know that your little one was born ready to start learning? Right now, their brain is forming 1 million new connections every second. As their first and most important teacher, you can help boost this development by talking, reading, singing, and playing with your bub every day.

First 5 Forever is here to help you on your baby’s early literacy journey. Developed by big Queenslanders for little Queenslanders, the program offers free activities and resources through public libraries and online to empower and inspire families throughout their little one’s first 5 years.

Bookmark this page so that once you’ve settled into your new routine, you can begin accessing Baby Play sessions, articles, books, videos, and personalised tips – all at your fingertips.

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About First 5 Forever
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Baby's first library membership
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Regular ideas, tips, and activities for your bub’s development.
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Free Baby Play sessions
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Stories for Little Queenslanders
Enjoyed ‘Shoosh!’? Discover more books from the series.
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