Book Week at Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre is more than a dress-up day. It is a centre-wide celebration of stories, imagination and early literacy that brings children, educators and families together through meaningful learning experiences.
For many parents, choosing a child care centre is about more than hours and location. It is about finding a place that actively supports language development, confidence, creativity and a genuine love of learning.
Book Week is one of the ways Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre brings these values to life in a joyful, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate way for every child.
Whether your child is in the Babies Room, Toddlers Room or Kinder Room, Book Week is designed to help them feel included, inspired and proud to participate at their own level.
Early exposure to books and storytelling plays a critical role in a child’s development. During the early years, children are building the foundations for communication, social connection and emotional expression.
Book Week at Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre supports children by:
These outcomes align closely with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), particularly in the areas of:
Book Week is thoughtfully embedded into the centre’s broader EYLF-led curriculum rather than treated as a one-off event.
Educators use Book Week as an opportunity to:
Activities may include storytelling circles, dramatic play, art experiences inspired by books, small-group discussions and shared reading moments that support both verbal and non-verbal communication.
Each year, Book Week follows the official Children’s Book Week theme. Educators incorporate this theme into learning experiences across all rooms, adapting it to suit different age groups and interests.
Dress-up day is often a highlight for children and families. Children are invited to dress as:
Participation is encouraged but never pressured. The focus remains on enjoyment, inclusion and confidence.
Across the week, children may take part in:
Book Week also provides opportunities for families to feel connected to their child’s learning. Displays, photos and shared conversations help families see how literacy is explored in meaningful ways throughout the centre.
One of the strengths of Book Week at Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre is that it includes every child, from babies through to kindergarten.
Activities are carefully planned so every child can engage in ways that feel safe, enjoyable and developmentally appropriate.
As a family-owned and operated centre, Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre places strong importance on relationships, consistency and genuine educator-child connections. Events like Book Week reflect this philosophy.
Educators know the children well and tailor experiences based on:
This relationship-based approach helps children feel secure enough to explore, participate and express themselves during special events like Book Week.
Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre has been supporting local families since 2009. Over this time, the centre has built a strong reputation for:
Parents frequently share that their children come home talking about activities, stories and experiences that spark ongoing conversations at home. Book Week often becomes one of those memorable highlights that children recall long after the week has finished.
“My girls return home with endless stories of exciting activities and fun they’ve had.” – Parent Review.
Book Week is not treated as a marketing event. It is part of the centre’s commitment to nurturing confident, curious and capable learners.
No. Dress-up is optional. Children are supported to participate in ways that feel comfortable for them.
Activities are adapted for each age group, including babies. Sensory books, songs and gentle storytelling are used for younger children.
No. The centre provides books and resources. Families are welcome to share favourite stories if they wish.
Yes. For kinder-aged children, Book Week supports early literacy, communication skills and school readiness within the EYLF framework.
The centre provides communication leading up to Book Week, including dates, themes and participation details.
Book Week offers a window into how Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre supports learning through play, connection and meaningful experiences.
If you are exploring child care options in Ferntree Gully, Boronia, Knoxfield, Scoresby or surrounding suburbs, a centre tour provides the best opportunity to see the curriculum in action and meet the educators.
