Library Workshops

Today I did two library workshops, one at Newbiggin, the other at Blyth. After a ropey start (where I realised half way down the A1 that I'd forgotten the books and had to turn back!) I had the most fantastic day. There was a good turn out, particularly at Blyth, who had to turn people away because we couldn't squeeze any more in! The children had some amazing ideas and their drawings were wonderful. So all in all, a good day. Thanks to Jill Chambers for arranging it.

Helen has an obvious rapport with children and with her gentle encouragement, the children attending the session produced some outstanding and original contributions to the pop-up book. I think the key was getting the children to draw their own versions of the story, and develop it in their own way, thus giving their imaginations free rein. The pop-up book will have pride of place in the library. We look forward to having Helen back at a future date. Kim Herring,Team Librarian, Newbiggin