#WeRead: Book fair holds lots of fun for families
Free performances will take place in the National Book Week Magic Tent.
The 2019 South African Book Fair is jam-packed with fare that combines lots of fun with a deeply enriching experience, making it the perfect day out for Johannesburg-based families from all walks of life.
Over all three days, experts in learning and teaching materials will be on hand to share their insights with parents, guardians and children on what books to read for learning and fun.
Among the many highlights is Stories of Africa, a multi-lingual storytelling by activist and poet Gcina Mhlophe, whose traditional tales of Africa deepen our understanding of history and encourages children to read.
Also not to be missed is the acclaimed Dance of the Dung Beetles, which sees scientist Marcus Byrne and writer Helen Lunn bring to life the mysterious lives of dung beetles through 3 000 years of history and mythology.
Free performances will take place in the National Book Week Magic Tent and toddlers to grandparents are welcome to join in a celebration of the affirmative power of books and reading that includes:
• An appearance by The Gruffalo, and a multilingual reading of Julia Donaldson’s engaging story.
• Illustrator Toby Newsome entertaining the young ones with Gogo’s List, the acclaimed Ghanaian children’s book.
• isiZulu storyteller Zanele Ndlovu bringing ancient tales to life through Umakhwenyana, accompanied by the strings of her indigenous music instruments.
• Yes Yanga! coming to life through a spirited sharing by the much-adored Refiloe Moahloli of her latest children’s book, in English, isiXhosa and isiZulu.
• Appearances by Funda Bala, the delightful National Book Week reading promotion mascot.
With plenty to eat and drink, easily accessible parking and public transport and more than 100 authors, poets, storytellers, creators and expert facilitators, the three-day event is not to be missed.
Book your tickets now via Webtickets. Tickets are also available at the door.
For more information and the full programme visit www.southafricanbookfair.co.za
Daily admission tickets cost just R10, with children under 16 free.
National Book Week is from September 2 to 8 and the SA Book Fair will take place from September 6 to 8.
This year’s book fair, #SABF2019, will take place in the Women’s Jail on Constitution Hill at 11 Kotze Street in Johannesburg.
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