English Story-telling at the Library

We had a free afternoon so WB2 and I headed down to the library for a session of English story telling. Upon reaching, we found that it was a special event for that day. Not only was there story telling, it also includes a craft session for the kids. WB3 was very excited to be there with other kids.

The first story that was told was about this man selling hats. He carried many hats on this head to sell. One day, while he was resting under a tree, his hats were all taken away by mischievous monkeys! And then the story goes on to tell about how he tries to get his hats back from the monkeys.

At the end of the story, the kids were led to the nearby workstations to create their very own hats. Younger kids like WB2 were given a pre-made cut out hat, and ‘accessories’ were provided to decorate the hat.

WB2 examining a green strip to put on his hat

WB2 at work.

Once his hat is completed, the ‘teacher’ (facilitator) is there to make the final touches to the hat, ready for wear.

WB3 waits patiently while teacher makes the final adjustments for his hat.

 

After all the children had their hats, there was still time for another story. And it was a story we are all familiar with. ‘The very hungry Caterpillar’ by Eric Carle.

Children with the hats listening to the story.  

It was overall an enjoyable session for WB2, listening to stories, with some activities as well as interaction with other children. The crowd of children was also just nice, not too big (too messy and difficult) and not to small (no fun!). We'll see if we get to do something similar again!