Active Movement is a SPARC (Sport and Recreation New Zealand) initiative, which aims to provide positive movement experiences to stimulate development of both the brain and the body, building the foundations for pre-literacy and learning.  Each Wriggle & Rhyme session will be based on the Active Movement set of 14 activity guides using a range of music and movement.

Libraries around New Zealand are working with their Council and Regional Sports Trust to provide Wriggle & Rhyme sessions across to the local regions.  The focus for these sessions will be 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 straight 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 them into practice at home.

For more information on Wriggle & Rhyme, Active Movement for Early Learning visit your local library or contact them via email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or contact your Active Movement Advisor by clicking here.  Free Wriggle & Rhyme, Active Movement for Early Learning sessions are about to begin at the Dunedin Public Library for 2012.   Sessions will run throughout the year during term times at the follow libraries.

Dunedin City Library: Tuesday at 10.30am.  For full details of Dunedin sessinons click here.

Mosgiel Library: Thursday at 11.00am  For full details of Mosgiel sessions click here.

Oamaru Library: Friday at 10.30am.

Click here to download your own set of Active Movement Activity guides from the SPARC website