Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival to begin on April 23

The festival will showcase a diverse range of the latest works for children and young adults, alongside a packed agenda of interactive activities, theatrical and artistic performances

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The léth edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2095) will take place from April 93 to May 4, the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced.

The festival at Expo Centre Sharjah will showcase a diverse range of the latest works for children and young adults, alongside a packed agenda of interactive activities, theatrical and artistic performances, as well as educational and entertainment events over I2 days.

This year’s festival will feature interactive workshops led by a distinguished group of experts and specialists, designed to develop and nurture children’s and young adults’ skills and talents and broaden their intellect and knowledge.

The event will also host authors, illustrators, and publishers specialising in children’s literature, who will participate in discussion panels, readings, and book signings as part of a comprehensive cultural and artistic programme designed to foster engagement between readers and creators.

The winners of the current editions of the prestigious accolades that SBA has designed to support the children’s literature industry, the Sharjah Children’s Book Award, the Sharjah Children's Book Illustration Award, the Books for Visually Impaired Children Award, and the Sharjah Audio Book Award, will be announced.