Family Book Day

Family Book Day – Saturday 19 September

Join us at Wanstead Library on Saturday 19 September for Family Book Day!

Part of the Wanstead Book Festival, Family Book Day is a celebration of children’s books, from picture books to middle grade and chapter books. We’ve got some very special author events and workshops planned for the whole family, plus drop-in craft activities.

And this year, it’s also International Talk Like A Pirate Day! Why not come along dressed as your favourite pirate?

See what’s on…

Events & Activities

12:00 - The Pirate Mums - Author Event with Jodie Lancet-Grant

Join Jodie Lancet-Grant for a swash-buckling event to celebrate her picture-book The Pirate Mums on International Talk Like A Pirate Day!  With plenty of fun, games, and even the chance to find out your pirate name!

For ages 4+

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13:30 - Wild Magic - Author Event with Abiola Bello

Join author Abiola Bello for a fact-filled and interactive event based on her book series Wild Magic. You’ll learn lots of interesting animal facts – and even get the chance to share your best animal impressions!

For ages 6+ 

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15:00 - Discovering Our Family Stories - Creative Writing with Janeen Hayat

Join Janeen Hayat for a special creative writing workshop based around her book Evie and Maryam’s Family Tree. Explore your family tree and the objects which hold a special meaning for your family. What objects have a special meaning for your family and what stories are linked to them? Or can you create one?

For ages 7+

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