Maps tell stories but the map of Canada doesn’t tell the whole truth. In this interactive session, author Rebecca Thomas shares her picture book Sem’s Map, which contrasts the colonial map of Canada with the decolonial map of Turtle Island. You won’t want to miss this storytime event that wraps up with a fun, hands-on mapmaking activity that […]
Our annual illustrator battle is back! Watch as a brand-new lineup of artists battle it out from their own drawing tables in a series of hilarious, interactive challenges. Featuring Canadian illustrators Mei Yu, Azby Whitecalf, and our Illustrator-in-Residence Ken Daley, with host Ardo Omer and special guest Marty Chan, this virtual event is packed with creativity, comedy, and artistic talent. Grades […]
Silver Birch Express winner Mei Yu breaks down the creation process behind her popular graphic memoir, Lost & Found: Based on a True Story, before leading kids through a how-to-draw demonstration. Participants are encouraged to bring a piece of paper and pencil. Grades 4-6.
In this art workshop for elementary students, illustrator and Silver Birch Express nominee Azby Whitecalf (Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher and Maskwa’s Tipi Tales) provides step-by-step instructions for the creation of an incredible work of art. Bring a piece of paper, pencil, eraser and pen (for outlining). Grades 4 – 6.
Join author Briana Corr Scott (I Lost a Day) as she leads kids through an exercise to find their happy place. This event offers attendees the tools they need to explore emotional regulation through creative expression. Participants are encouraged to use the handout or a blank paper, pencil and colour pencils/crayons. Grades 5-8. Finding Your Happy Place […]
Author Mikaela Lucido leads kids through art and writing activities while exploring the world of her novel, Danica dela Torre, Dream Detective. Inspired by her Filipino culture, Lucido’s workshop encourages attendees to incorporate their own cultures into their creature creations. Paper, pencil and pencil crayons are recommended for this Halloween-themed bonus event.
Author Danesh Mohiuddin leads kids through an art demo using their favourite memory with a caretaker and creature-fy them on the page. Inspired by his picture book, Mummy and Me: A Monster’s Tale, attendees are encouraged to take out their pencil and paper for this Halloween themed bonus event. Kindergarten – Grade 3.