Learning
A guide to learning with Christchurch City Libraries - online or at your library.
After School Activity Zones and Bookable Programmes
Join us for after school fun and learning. Join one of our Bookable Programmes or drop in to a free activity zone.
Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
There is amazing technology at Christchurch City Libraries. Find out about each piece of gear, where you can find it, & how you can use it.
Technology Programmes - eKnow How
Explore library sessions from basic computer skills to music production. Some are pay-for, & some free drop-ins. Book your spot now!
VR - Virtual reality
Find out how to use VR Virtual reality and Augmented Reality at the library.
After School Activity Zones and Bookable Programmes
Join us for after school fun and learning. Join one of our Bookable Programmes or drop in to a free activity zone.
Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
There is amazing technology at Christchurch City Libraries. Find out about each piece of gear, where you can find it, & how you can use it.
Technology Programmes - eKnow How
Explore library sessions from basic computer skills to music production. Some are pay-for, & some free drop-ins. Book your spot now!
VR - Virtual reality
Find out how to use VR Virtual reality and Augmented Reality at the library.
Learning at home
You can do a course from home like photography, coding or learn business skills. Learn a language or improve your English. If you need help you can contact us or book a Librarian in your Lounge.
Kids can do Fiero Code at home or try one of our great craft activities
Learning at home
LinkedIn Learning for Libraries
Video library of courses and tutorials on software, creative and business skills taught by industry experts.
Mango Languages
Mango is an online language learning system that can help you learn the most popular languages in the world.
Book a Librarian - At the Library or At Home
Need help using library resources? Book a librarian for a FREE individual 30 minute session. Get help at the library, or over the phone!
LinkedIn Learning for Libraries
Video library of courses and tutorials on software, creative and business skills taught by industry experts.
Mango Languages
Mango is an online language learning system that can help you learn the most popular languages in the world.
Book a Librarian - At the Library or At Home
Need help using library resources? Book a librarian for a FREE individual 30 minute session. Get help at the library, or over the phone!
Creative stories
Ngā Kōrero Auaha – Creative Stories
We talk to creators who have made things happen with Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.
Learning at home for kids
Fiero Code
Fiero is a learn to code software for kids ages 8 - 18 that teaches the skills to make websites, apps, programs, animations, & video games.
Holiday Activities
Librarians have put together crafts & fun activities you can do at home.
Welcome to school at home
Some ideas from our Digital Library to help with school at home.
New eBooks and eAudiobooks
Technology classes
Technology Programmes - eKnow How
Explore library sessions from basic computer skills to music production. Some are pay-for, & some free drop-ins. Book your spot now!
More Learning
Te reo Māori challenge in 2025: Story starter card kupu
Moata's family challenge for 2025 is learning a word a week in te reo Māori using the library's bilingual story starter cards.
Ngā Kōrero Auaha Creative Stories: Terry studies at Linwood
Terry finds learning digital skills is vital for his study. With the help of the library staff, his confidence has grown.
Soft skills and how to develop them
Want a promotion or a new job? Find out about the skills that employers want now.
Family history online sessions
Watch online sessions designed to help you with your family history research.
Te reo Māori challenge in 2025: Story starter card kupu
Moata's family challenge for 2025 is learning a word a week in te reo Māori using the library's bilingual story starter cards.
Ngā Kōrero Auaha Creative Stories: Terry studies at Linwood
Terry finds learning digital skills is vital for his study. With the help of the library staff, his confidence has grown.
Soft skills and how to develop them
Want a promotion or a new job? Find out about the skills that employers want now.
Family history online sessions
Watch online sessions designed to help you with your family history research.
STEAM Club Online
Library after school tutors have set STEAM challenges to do at home. Tinkercad, animated GIFs, coding, and more!
Create a Podcast: STEAM Lab Online
Want to do Learning in the Holidays? Our latest STEAM Lab Online shows you how to Create a Podcast, & lots more at-home STEAM activities
Your Ōtautahi Christchurch Story - STEAM Lab Online
This month’s challenge - Beaulah shows you how to contribute your own stories and images to the library’s Discovery Wall!
STEAM Lab Online: Stop Motion at Home
Follow along with the wonderful experts from Kiri and Lou & learn how to create your very own stop-motion video.
STEAM Club Online
Library after school tutors have set STEAM challenges to do at home. Tinkercad, animated GIFs, coding, and more!
Create a Podcast: STEAM Lab Online
Want to do Learning in the Holidays? Our latest STEAM Lab Online shows you how to Create a Podcast, & lots more at-home STEAM activities
Your Ōtautahi Christchurch Story - STEAM Lab Online
This month’s challenge - Beaulah shows you how to contribute your own stories and images to the library’s Discovery Wall!
STEAM Lab Online: Stop Motion at Home
Follow along with the wonderful experts from Kiri and Lou & learn how to create your very own stop-motion video.