Children's International Story Hour
Pinney Library 516 Cottage Grove Road, Madison, Wisconsin 53716
media release: Wisconsin International Resource Consortium
We’re thrilled to introduce Children’s International Story Hour—an exciting new collaboration with Wisconsin Public Libraries! Join us for a vibrant series of events at local libraries where children can explore the rich diversity of global arts, culture, and language through storytelling. Each session will spotlight a different country, featuring engaging tales, lively music, hands-on crafts, and interactive cultural experiences led by special guest speakers. It’s a fun and educational journey around the world—without leaving your library! Free and open to all ages!
SPRING SCHEDULE 2026
4-5 pm
January 12
South Africa
Book: On My Papa’s Shoulders
January 26
Germany
Book: Frederick
February 2
Palestine
Book: These Olive Trees
February 9
Nigeria
Book: The Heart Never Forgets
February 16
China and South Korea
Book: A Lunar New Year Book
February 23
Vietnam
Book: A Different Pond
March 9
Ivory Coast
Book: Grandpa Cacao
March 16
India
Book: Chandrini Yogini Goes to India
April 13
Morocco
Book: My Father’s Shop
April 20
Kazakhstan
Book: Tales Told in Tents: Stories from Central Asia
April 27
Burkina Faso
Book: The Water Princess
May 4
Abu Dhabi
Book: Chandrini Yogini Goes to Abu Dhabi
May 11
Ethiopia
Book: The Gabi that Girma Wore
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