The festival, organized by the National Literacy Trust, is a celebration of the written word and its impact on our lives. It aims to foster a love of reading and writing, and to encourage young people to explore their creativity and imagination. The festival will host a variety of events, including talks by renowned authors, workshops on creative writing, and interactive activities designed to engage children and young people.

* Ranj Singh, children’s doctor and TV favourite, will appear on Storyhouse’s main stage on Sunday, October 27. * The event will be a live Q&A session with the audience. * The event is free to attend.

The afternoon of October 29th will be filled with pumpkin decorating in The Kitchen. On Tuesday, October 29th, the Garrett is the venue for Clara Vulliamy’s Creative Writing Workshop. On Wednesday, October 31st, the annual Halloween party will be held at the school.

And The Tempest for Kids returns, this time on Storyhouse’s main stage. The event is a collaboration between Storyhouse and the Goofus Theatre Company. The Goofus Theatre Company is a well-established theatre company known for its innovative and engaging performances. The company has a long history of creating high-quality productions that are both entertaining and thought-provoking.

This is a fantastic opportunity for children to experience live music and learn about the importance of music education. The Storyhouse theatre is a vibrant and welcoming space for families and children. The theatre is known for its innovative and engaging performances, and its commitment to providing high-quality programming for young audiences.

Meanwhile Storyhouse’s cinema has a bumper week of family films, including animation hit Frankenweenie, Wes Anderson’s iconic Fantastic Mr Fox, the 25th anniversary of Balto, perennial favourite Peter Rabbit, the live action version of Doolittle and the Royal Opera House’s Olivier award winning family opera Wolf Witch Giant Fairy. Added to all this, throughout the week there will be arts and crafts, reading challenges, books to loan and lots more in the Storyhouse Library. For more details or to book visit: www.storyhous.com. Suzie Henderson, Storyhouse’s Creative Director, says: “WayWord is always a massive hit with our young visitors and their grownups.

This year’s programme is a celebration of the power of stories, and it’s designed to be accessible to all children, regardless of their background or ability. The programme is structured around a central theme, which is the power of stories. This theme is explored through a variety of activities, workshops, and events.