Enjoy book-themed craft activities, immersive storytelling and a reading with these exciting online sessions for 2-5 year olds
Classes for kids: Crafty Tales with StoryCraft Theatre
Shows: The Tiger Who Came To Tea
This stage adaptation of the Judith Kerr classic makes for a magical first theatre trip for children
Shows: Elmer the Patchwork Elephant
David McKee's classic story has been brought to the stage to mark the character's 30th anniversary
Days out: Forestry Commission England’s Zog Trail
We head to Dalby Forest in Yorkshire to explore the latest woodland walking trail for families based on a Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler book
Spread a love of books on Valentine’s Day
Give a child a book on 14 February to celebrate International Book Giving Day
Britain’s best illustrators pay homage to The Snowman at 40
Quentin Blake and Shirley Hughes are among those who have contributed their own versions of Raymond Briggs's character to an exhibition and charity auction
Exhibition: The BFG in Pictures at York Art Gallery
See unpublished illustrations by Quentin Blake and dress up as Roald Dahl's character at this interactive exhibition in York
Shows: Matilda the Musical at Cambridge Theatre, London
Roald Dahl’s magical book is brought to life with an extra touch of stardust in this spectacular stage production
Days out: Newby Hall in North Yorkshire
See the first Paddington Bear toy and follow the trail of Charlie and Lola at this stunning stately home
