Llanelli children learn new lingo at library
A group of children from Llanelli have been learning a new lingo at their local library. Staff from Carmarthenshire library services teamed up with Veritas Academy to provide a free Spanish language taster session. Children were introduced to Spanish words and culture in a Patagonia-themed session at Llanelli Children’s Library, which included arts and crafts provided by Twf. Declan Cobbold, aged 12, said: “I thought it was really good and I learned lots of facts and Spanish words. Overall it was amazing.” Carmarthenshire’s libraries are already successfully involved with local communities offering more than just books, including homework clubs, free internet access and iPad training. The latest addition to their online resources are the first theory test pro and GoCitizen.co.uk. Children’s Librarian, Catrin Simon, said: “The Spanish language activity was very interesting; the Veritas staff tailored the facts and language really well. The children also enjoyed the Twf crafts. I’ve...