Book Week with Charlotte Barkla
Books & Reading
Art, Creative & Craft
An engaging online storytelling session for young children with author Charlotte Barkla.
Details
Monday 24 August 2026
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Online
$
Free
An engaging online storytelling session for young children with author Charlotte Barkla.
Monday 24 August 2026
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Online
Free
Dive into a lively and interactive storytelling session where Charlotte Barkla shares the stories behind her beloved picture books. This event is designed to inspire young minds to create their own stories, blending reading, drawing, and brainstorming new characters.
Children will hear funny tales from Charlotte’s childhood and explore books like All Bodies are Good Bodies and From My Head to My Toes. It’s a fun, fast-paced experience perfect for sparking creativity in young learners.
This online event runs for 30 minutes and is suitable for Kindergarten to Year 2 students (ages 5-8), though all are welcome to join. Participants will need paper and pens or pencils to take part in the drawing and writing activities.
The session is held on Zoom, and attendees will receive the link upon registration. It’s a great opportunity for children to engage with a professional author and enjoy a creative learning experience from home.
This event is fully online via Zoom, making it accessible from anywhere. After registering, you will receive the Zoom link to join the session.
For those unfamiliar with Zoom, support is available to help you get set up and ready to participate. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for both parents and children.
Please note that the session, artworks, film, and sound clips are protected by copyright and may not be recorded or reproduced without permission from the State Library of NSW.
Charlotte Barkla is an award-nominated Brisbane-based author whose books have been translated into multiple languages. Her work has been recognized by Speech Pathology Australia and the Wilderness Society.
In 2023, her book All Bodies are Good Bodies was adapted into a song by the children’s band The Quokkas, adding to the creative richness of this event.
This event is free to attend. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged to secure your child’s spot in this inspiring and fun Book Week activity.