Active ageing, dementia friendly & brain training collections
The City of Unley has been recognised by the World Health Organisation as an 'Age Friendly City and Community', and the Libraries continue to play an integral part in this.
Our Active Ageing collection brings together diverse subjects of interest, including retirement, health and general wellbeing.
We also have a Dementia Friendly collection, for people experiencing Dementia, as well as materials suitable for carers.
Autism Spectrum Collection
Please look for the infinity sticker on our nonfiction items related to neurodivergence and autism. You can browse these items or place a hold via our catalogue by searching for 'autism spectrum'.
We also have dedicated shelving in the parenting area at Unley Civic Library full of books, sensory toys and resources for children with autism or other developmental needs.
Dyslexia friendly
There are several ways to access dyslexia friendly resources; in our children's and teen areas, books are in 'Quick Reads' series boxes; by searching the catalogue for 'Dyslexic edition'; or if you prefer eBooks, Libby by Overdrive and BorrowBox have dyslexic font options.
Children's collections
Autism spectrum collection
We've put together some helpful resources to assist parents and carers with children who are on the Autism spectrum, or have other developmental needs. You'll find books for adults and kids, as well as kits containing sensory toys and other useful resources. Search for 'Autism spectrum' on our catalogue.
Premier's Reading Challenge
Make completing the PRC easy! You can search our catalogue for 'PRC' and add R–2, 3–5, 6–9 or 9–12 to narrow it down to your desired year level.
Culturally diverse
Explore the cultures of the world through the magic of stories. We've highlighted the books in our children's collections that celebrate cultural diversity. Take a look on our catalogue.
Aboriginal collection
Learn about aboriginal history, stories and culture. Look for the Aboriginal flag sticker on the spine of the books. Browse the collection on our catalogue.
The Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA)
Each year, the CBCA celebrates Australian children's literature through their Book of the Year awards, as well as the much-loved Book Week! You can search for award winners as well as nominated titles by searching for 'CBCA' on our catalogue.