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A magical morning of interactive storytelling designed especially for our youngest festival-goers. Join author Harriet Howe for a joyful, hands-on session that brings her vibrant picture books to life.

 

Through playful participation, babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers will discover the pleasure of stories told out loud. Harriet's warm, engaging style makes this the perfect first festival experience for little ones and their grown-ups - expect giggles, wonder, and maybe a few roars.

 

Format: Interactive Storytelling

Themes: Fiction, Children, Babies & Toddlers

 

Harriet Howe  Books: Follow The Leader, Tigers Last Roar, The Street Where Santa Lives

Harriet’s first word was ‘book’, she’s loved stories ever since, so it’s a dream come true to end up writing her own.  When not writing, Harriet works in television.  But she’s happiest with a pencil in one hand, a cup of tea in the other, brewing up her next story.  She is the author of two picture books Follow The Leader and Tigers Last Roar.

Follow The Leader (A1) | 11:00 Thu 8 | Library

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  • Thursday 8 October 2026, 11:00 AM
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