Helmet libraries’ Ukrainian-language collection is growing fast
During the spring, Helmet libraries quickly set up a collection in Ukrainian. Ukrainian is a new language for Helmet libraries – previously, Ukrainian-language literature was only offered by the national Multilingual Library.
This spring, more than a thousand works in Ukrainian were ordered for Helmet libraries. Most of them are children’s books. The available selection is actively monitored and more materials are constantly ordered.
In addition to its own purchases, the library has received donations, such as a memory game that promotes children’s emotional skills. It was donated by the Protect Children association and its partners. In addition, the libraries have received Molli children’s books as a donation from Lasten Keskus.
How can I find Ukrainian-language materials in the Helmet search?
Follow these steps to search for Ukrainian-language materials in the collections of Helmet libraries.
- The Helmet database can be found at www.helmet.fi.
- Select “Search for Items” in the top bar. Then select “Advanced Search”.
- For the search term, enter an asterisk: *
- From the Language menu, select the desired language, e.g. Ukrainian.
- Click Search.
You can reserve materials free of charge and pick them up from the Helmet library of your choice.
Information about Helmet libraries in Ukrainian
Information about obtaining a library card and using the services of Helmet libraries is available in Ukrainian.
Introduction to the library in Ukrainian >
Free online materials in Ukrainian
• Osvitoria offers 70 Ukrainian-language e-books for children, some of them bilingual (in Ukrainian and English).
• The Old Lion Publishing House offers 27 free e-books for the whole family.
• BARABOKA publisher’s collection offers free e-books for children.
• KNIGO GO offers several children’s books for download.
• Digital Library of Ukrainian Literature offers collections online.
• 4read.org offers e-audiobooks for children and adults.
• Kazkowyjswit by Storytel offers story times in Ukrainian.
Photo: City of Helsinki / Maarit Hohteri