
Self-Guided Visit: Story Explorers
Years 1–6 A self-guided opportunity for schools to discover our riotous new hands-on exhibition taking a fresh look at the Library’s collection.Mondays and Fridays, London Available Friday 23 May 2025 – Friday 16 January 2026. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date.About Self-Guided Visit: Story Explorers

What’s in the Library? Lots and lots of books of course, but did you know we also have ancient objects, surprising sounds and exciting art? Oh, and a giant furry octopus!
Whatever it is, everything in the Library has a story to tell, and so do your students. See some of these weird and wonderful items up close, all while you explore three imaginary worlds in our new, child-friendly experience.
Your group will explore the space in a 50-minute self-guided visit during which time you will be the only visitors to the exhibition.
- Learning objectives:
- Learners will develop skills to support reading for pleasure including book talk and book choice
- Learners will practice oracy and social skills as they collaborate with peers in a series of fun and interactive tasks
- Maximum group size: 30
- Start times: 11.15, 12.20 and 13.25
- Duration: 50 minutes
- Subject area(s): English
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 Learning programme is available on our Learning events, workshops and resources page.
Dates and times
Available Friday 23 May 2025 – Friday 16 January 2026. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date.
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