Audience: Readers
Show & Tell at FOLD Kids Book Fest
It’s time to share! Participants from the writing workshops are invited to present their creations—whether short stories, descriptive scenes, or poetry—and experience what it’s like to be a FOLD Kids Book Fest author. Hosted by Sheetal Sheth. 60 mins. All Ages.
How to Write! Creating Your Own Storytime with Sheetal Sheth
As part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, join author Sheetal Sheth (Anjali Can!) for a fun, hands-on writing workshop. Designed for kids ages 4-8, participants will create their own very short story and present it on the Storyteller Stage—just like a real author! 60 mins. Designed for ages 4-8. Registration is required. Participants should arrive […]
Writing the Spoken Word with Patrick de Belen
Poet Patrick de Belen leads tweens and teens in a spoken word writing workshop as part of FOLD Kids Book Fest, guiding them through the process of crafting a poem and sharing performance tips. The session concludes with a performance on the Storytelling Stage. Registration is required. Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to secure their spot; […]
Details! Details!: A Writing Workshop with Ripple Foundation
At FOLD Kids Book Fest, budding writers ages 8–14 can take part in a creative writing workshop led by Ripple Foundation instructors. Participants will explore how descriptive details bring stories to life. Advance registration is encouraged. 60 mins. Designed for ages 8-14. Registration is required. Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to secure their spot; […]
Make a Zine! with Mitali Banerjee Ruths
Join author Mitali Banerjee Ruths (The Party Diaries: Lucky Mermaid Sleepover) at the Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows branch for a fun, hands-on workshop where kids create their own mini zines—tiny, DIY booklets that mix words and art. From sharing hopes for their community to celebrating things they love, participants will discover how small pages can hold big […]
Kids Discovery Club: STEAM with Stories
Science + technology + engineering + art + math = STEAM! In this special FOLD Kids Book Fest Kids Discovery Club event at Brampton Library’s Gore Meadows branch, families can dive into fun, hands-on challenges inspired by Leigh Joseph and Natalie Schnitter’s The Land Knows Me. Explore the connections between nature, knowledge, and creativity through fun […]
Storytime at EarlyON with Karina Zhou
Join us for a joyful storytime at the Gore Meadows EarlyON building for the littlest readers as author Karina Zhou reads from her picture book, Eddy’s Shadow Puppets, and shows off her puppets! Drop-in event, pre-registration is not required. 30 mins. Ages 0-6.
The Amazing Animal Show
Taking place at Gore Meadows Community Centre, the Amazing Animal Show features exciting tricks, magic, special props and comedy! Attendees will get to see a range of animals from a savannah cat to a bearded dragon. The show is followed by a meet and greet with the team and animals. All Ages. 1 hour. Registration […]
Storytime at EarlyON with Kid Haile
Join us for a joyful storytime at the Gore Meadows EarlyON building as author Kid Haile reads Sometimes I Eat with My Hands, a playful picture book that celebrates food, culture, and the many ways kids enjoy their meals. Drop-in event, pre-registration is not required. 30 mins. Ages 0-6.