Get Ready for Book Week at Skippy’s – A Magical Celebration of Stories and Imagination

At Skippy’s Early Learning Centres, we’re getting ready to turn the page on one of the most exciting weeks of the year — Book Week! Held every August, Book Week is a beloved tradition across all our campuses in Rockhampton, Gracemere, and Yeppoon.

As always, Book Week at Skippy’s promises to be where learning becomes a fun adventure, with costumes, creativity, and a celebration of the joy that stories bring to the early years.

What is Book Week?

Organised by the Children’s Book Council of Australia, Book Week is an annual celebration of Australian children's literature. It’s a time when children, educators, and families come together to explore their favourite books, dress as beloved characters, and celebrate the power of reading.

This year’s theme — “Reading is Magic” — ties in perfectly with our commitment to playful learning and literacy-rich environments in our Childcare, Kindy, and Long Day Care programs.

What to Expect at Skippy’s During Book Week

At all Skippy’s centres, including our Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) programs, Book Week will be packed with fun and meaningful experiences that promote early literacy and support the Early Years Learning Framework.

Book Week helps build essential skills in language, communication, and comprehension while celebrating each child’s individuality and creativity.

Whether your child is part of our Kindy program in Frenchville, attends Childcare in Gracemere or Yeppoon, or is part of our OSHC in The Range, they’ll enjoy a centre-wide celebration that reflects the joy of storytelling and the magic of early learning.

Families are encouraged to get involved too — helping with costumes, sharing favourite books, or volunteering to read during the week. Together, we’ll create a warm, inclusive space where every child feels connected and celebrated.

Why Book Week Matters at Skippy’s

Book Week aligns beautifully with our belief that early childhood education should be exciting, engaging, and full of wonder. It’s a chance to:✔ Encourage a lifelong love of books✔ Support vocabulary and language development✔ Build confidence through self-expression✔ Strengthen home–centre connections

At Skippy’s, we don’t just read stories — we live them, using books to inspire curiosity, imagination, and critical thinking across all aspects of our curriculum.

Looking for a Fun, Literacy-Rich Learning Environment?

If you're searching for quality childcare, early learning, kindy, or out of school hours care in Rockhampton, Yeppoon, or Gracemere, come and see why Skippy’s is the place where learning becomes a fun adventure.

With four welcoming campuses — Frenchville, The Range, Gracemere, and Yeppoon — our team of passionate educators is here to help your child grow through play, exploration, and a love of learning.