Tales of Sea Creatures with Andy Seed
Next dates
- 11:30 - 12:30
Tales of Sea Creatures at Lydney Library
Drop anchor at Lydney Library for some factual tales of the sea from the always entertaining, award-winning author of Interview with a Shark and many more non-fiction books for children.
Have some laughs and learn with Andy Seed!
Free to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult but please only book a space for the number of children wishing to attend.
This event has been funded by World Book Day.
Click here to book your tickets on the Gloucestershire Libraries website.
This event is part of The Library Challenge, which you can find out all about below. You don't need to be taking part in the Challenge to attend this event, although why not sign up for extra fun?!
Lydney Library's theme is Sailing the Seas and is part of the Forest of Dean's 'Courageous Quests' zone. Over summer you'll be able to travel through time, unlock epic stories and collect rewards with this Gloucestershire Libraries activity created especially for families.
The challenge is designed for children aged 3+ and encourages families to explore books, stories, creativity and adventure across Gloucestershire's libraries.
The free activities take place at Lydney Library and throughout the whole of Gloucestershire. Check out the incredible Tales Through Time map below
During the challenge, children can complete fun activities, collect stamps, earn rewards and work their way towards a special Tales Through Time medal and entry into a prize draw featuring book bundles and vouchers.
How the challenge works
1. Sign up
Join for free at any Gloucestershire library. All you need is a free library membership.
No membership? No problem. Click here to join today and be ready when the Tales Through Time challenge begins.
2. Get reading
Take on creative activities inspired by stories, history, myths, explorers and adventures. It's not just about reading books, children can draw, write, stick things in, add photos and make the challenge completely their own.
3. Earn rewards
Complete tasks and collect stamps as you progress through the challenge levels:
- 3 stamps = Bronze
- 6 stamps = Silver
- 9 stamps = Gold
There will be stickers, certificates and surprises to collect along the way.
4. Go for Gold!
Reach Gold level to receive a Tales Through Time medal and be entered into the prize draw giveaway.
Explore Lydney through stories
One of the highlights of the challenge is the beautifully illustrated Tales Through Time map, which encourages families to visit libraries across Gloucestershire and discover different themes and adventures at each location.
Lydney Library's special Tales Through Time theme is:
Sailing the Seas
Children can also visit nearby libraries to discover even more exciting themes:
- Children can also visit nearby libraries to discover even more exciting themes:
Stay tuned to Gloucester Rocks and all the Gloucestershire Rocks websites for more details, family guides, featured libraries and Tales Through Time inspiration as we get nearer the launch.
Find out more about The Library Challenge: Tales Through Time
