Sherlock Holmes' world fascinates Pak student

Whether you’re a young comic book lover, a mystery solver in the making, or a fan of K-pop idols, this year’s Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) - being held at the Sharjah Expo Centre until May 4 2025 – has something for every child with every interest, ability and imagination.

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Talking about an inclusive, multilingual world at SCRF – more and more publishers at the festival are catering to a wide spectrum of readers, offering books for every stage — from early readers at 6+, tweens at 9+, to adults, with an impressive selection in both Arabic and English. Mohammad Khalil, Production Manager at Kalimat Group, said: “We have over 300 titles covering every age group — from toddlers to teens and beyond. Our goal is to spark a love for Arabic reading from the earliest age, while also offering diverse options in English to reach a wider audience.”

The magic of storytelling at SCRF 2025 knows no boundaries, welcoming children and families of all abilities to share in the wonder of words, colours,and creativity. Among them is Indian Rashminah Usman, who brings her son Omar every year to immerse him in activities specially designed to spark joy and creativity in neurodivergent children.