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Once Upon a Time: Make a Story

Years 1 – 2 Students will create a new story as a class, developing their literacy and language skills through imaginative play.Monday – Friday, London Available during term-time. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date.

About Once Upon a Time: Make a Story

A group of school students in uniform, the child in the centre of the image has raised her hand to answer a question, there is a pink tint to the photo

This workshop is fully booked for 2025. Bookings welcome from 7 January 2026.

Students will create a new story as a class, developing their literacy and language skills through imaginative play.

Please note:

  • maximum group size: 30
  • cost: free
  • start times: 10.30 and 13.00
  • location: British Library, London.

Booking is essential via the 'Book Now' button. Please email schools@bl.uk if you have questions or need help with the form.

More information about our Schools programme is available on our Schools hub.

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