The Little Read
The Little Read campaign will give away 500 picture books to libraries around County Durham, encouraging children to read for pleasure and be part of a shared moment for the county. Following the events at the festival, you’ll be able to take part in workshops inspired by Little Read in libraries around the county.
Join in by sending us pictures inspired by this year’s Little Read using #DBFLittleRead on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Help! We Need a Story
by James Harris
illustrated by Mariajo Illustrajo
This year’s Little Read is Help! We Need Story, a picture book about storytelling and the joy of being creative, written by North East author James Harris, and illustrated by Mariajo Illustrajo.
It’s a dull day in the jungle and Artie the macaque’s friends are BORED! But with paper, pens and ink, a splash of inspiration, and a pinch of imagination, Artie creates something magical… a book!
Suitable for ages 3+
Little Read Library Workshops
Contact one of the following County Durham libraries to book your place in October half-term to take part in an interactive workshop inspired by Help! We Need a Story, suitable for children aged 3+ and their families:
- Chester le Street Library, Monday 27 October, 10:30-11:30am
- Newton Aycliffe Library, Thursday 30 October, 11am-12pm
- Shildon Library, Thursday 30 October, 2-3pm
- Seaham Library, Friday 31 October, 10:30-11:30am
Please book your child’s place by contacting the library directly. Places are free, but numbers are limited to ensure every family receives a free Little Read book. If siblings attend, it will be one book for the household.
