Danish Story Hour

The whole family is welcome to a Danish Story Hour.

The books that will be read from, are all a part of a new exhibition at the Children´s library “The Tree”  – which is an exhibition that explores the concept of trees in children’s books, featuring illustrations from Nordic picture books. These books are part of The Bookworm, a Nordic database of educational materials related to books nominated for The Nordic Council Children and Young People’s Literature Prize. The database is free and accessible to everyone in all Nordic languages at bokslukaren.org. 

The exhibition promotes image reading and understanding – so families who do not speak the language are welcome to join. The images and educational materials help everyone to understand the books. After the reading visitors are encouraged to enjoy their time and take part in interactive games in relation to the exhibition. Ask at the library desk for a copy of the banana game. Make your own tree illustration and hang your artwork up in special frames in the middle of the exhibition. You can ask at the library desk if you need more craft materials or have any questions regarding the exhibition or the activities.

About the reader: Nannaelvah holds a Master of Arts in History and Corporate Humanities from the University of Copenhagen and is also a certified mindfulness instructor. She worked as a mindfulness teacher for children and parents in Copenhagen before relocating to Iceland. Nannaelvah is a mother of three children aged 10, 7, and 4.

ACCESSIBILITY: The Children’s Library is accessible for wheelchairs through the exhibition hall Hvelfing. Library staff can give guidance. Restrooms are wheelchair accessible and gender-neutral. On the main floor you can find a bathroom with changing facilities. Opening hours are TUE-SUN 10am-5pm.  The library staff can provide further information about the house if needed. Entrance to the library and all events produced by the Nordic house are for free and everyone is welcome.