Wigan's Children's Libraries have lots to offer children and young people from 0 - 15 years. All libraries have a wide range of books to suit all interests, ages and abilities. Extensive collections of information books help support children's school and homework needs as well as hobbies and interests. For recreational reading there are board books, picture books, story books, through to novels for teenagers. Videos Several libraries have large collections of children's videos which parents can borrow on a child's behalf.
Some libraries carry stocks of story tapes for children and teenagers.
During school holidays a variety of children's activities are held in libraries, including craft sessions, workshops, magic shows, puppet shows. All libraries encourage local schools to bring along classes of children to find out all about their local library and what it has to offer. Library staff also visit schools to promote books and libraries. Under 5s Wigan Libraries recognise the importance of introducing very young children to books. Many libraries hold weekly under 5s story times.