Kids Book Club : 'War Dog' Storytime + Activities (Ages 4+)

Thu Aug 21 2025 at 09:30 am to 10:00 am UTC+01:00

Happy Reading Children's Bookshop | Broadstairs

Happy Reading Children's Bookshop
Publisher/HostHappy Reading Children's Bookshop
Kids Book Club : 'War Dog' Storytime + Activities (Ages 4+)
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Join us at Happy Reading Children's Bookshop for a joyful 30-minute storytime and craft session during the Summer Holidays.
About this Event

Discover the incredible true story of Judy, the only dog officially registered as a prisoner of war, in this moving new picture book by bestselling author Tom Palmer and illustrator Carolina Rabei.

Join Nicci at Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop for a special read-along and thoughtful creative activity inspired by War Dog, which gently introduces young readers to themes of bravery, loyalty and hope.

Each £5 ticket includes a paperback copy of War Dog, published by Scholastic and available from 14th August.

Need to know info about the event and venue:

〰 Suitable for children aged 5+

〰 Event duration: 30 minutes

〰 Ticket price is £5 per child (includes a paperback copy of the book, usually £7.99) - booking is essential

〰 Additional information: the bookshop is on the 1st floor up a flight of stairs; children will sit on the floor/on chairs for the reading, then at a child’s play table & chairs or be stood around a crafting table, and will be provided with equipment including washable colouring pencils/crayons/pens depending on their age and ability. There are a couple of seats for adults who wish to attend with their children, otherwise adults will be expected to stand and watch (and join in if they like), or enjoy a lovely coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE.

〰 Any other questions, please do contact the shop via Instagram or email: [email protected]

〰 If you are unable to attend, then please let us know so we can re-open the space up for another child.

〰 Photos will be taken during the events for social media purposes. Backs of heads only will be photographed. If you do not want your child to be in any photos, please let us know at the start of the event.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Happy Reading Children's Bookshop, 30a Reading Street, Broadstairs, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 5.00

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