On December 6, little ones at the library were delighted to attend a storytelling session by Asha Dash featuring the magical books by Julia Donaldson. They were excited to venture into the world of the Gruffalo and later the Gruffalo’s Child with Asha as they read the story together.

The event began by reading The Gruffalo to the children and discussing the story with them as usual. The children went through the story, taking different roles, including the fox, the owl, the snake, the mouse and the Gruffalo. The children were invited to explain how the characters felt at different times in the story.

As a rhyming, lyrical book, the story translated naturally to song. Kids enjoyed the catchy songs, humor and the role play too. The event emphasised both the importance of reading for children and its potential to be a pleasurable experience for all.