A collage of images showing maps, globes, and military personnel marking a map.
Credit: British Library

Sensory Storytelling: Secret Maps

Years 1 – 2

X marks the spot in this fun-filled sensory adventure around our latest exhibition!

Monday – Thursday, London Available during term time, 3 November 2025 – 16 January 2026. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred dates.

About Sensory Storytelling: Secret Maps

A collage of images showing maps, globes, and military personnel marking a map.
Credit: British Library

You'll go on a journey inspired by Treasure Island and the fascinating maps in the Secret Maps exhibition with your class and watch as students express their own creativity along the way. This is a storytelling-led workshop designed to engage sensory-seeking pupils and those with SEND though the activities will appeal to all Key Stage 1 learners. Everyone in the group will have opportunities for sensory and creative responses to the stories they hear and the maps they discover.

  1. maximum group size: 30
  2. cost: free but booking essential
  3. start times: 11.00 and 13.00, Monday – Thursday

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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