• Research and Victorian Government guidance recognise play as an important part of how young children learn. Through play, children have opportunities to communicate, explore ideas, solve problems, interact with others and make meaning.

    The Victorian Government’s Early Childhood Literacy Teaching Toolkit specifically identifies play, storytelling, reading, discussion and interaction as important practices that support children’s language and literacy development. 

  • So, what does this look like at Mini Readers?

    At Mini Readers, we take these principles and bring them to life through stories.

    Our incursions combine storytelling, play, movement, creativity, conversation and hands-on activities, giving children opportunities to actively participate rather than simply sit and listen.

    Every experience is designed with a purpose — but to children, it feels like fun.

  • Children don’t just hear the story. They become part of it.

    Listen & communicate
    Create & imagine
    Connect & collaborate
    Think & problem-solve
    Explore big ideas

    The Victorian Government toolkit specifically highlights children’s use of language, storytelling, discussion, role-play and shared play, including opportunities to make meaning and communicate ideas. 

  • Mini Readers brings the magic of books beyond the page.

    Created by author Alycia Cerra, our incursions turn children’s stories into interactive experiences that encourage children to listen, participate, create, imagine and connect.

    Each incursion is thoughtfully designed to give children something they can experience, not just something they can watch.

    Because the stories we experience can stay with us long after the book is closed.

Our Research and approach

Where stories come to life through play, creativity and meaningful learning.

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    • 45-60 minute interactive experience.
      An engaging, interactive reading experience where children are invited into the story through expressive storytelling, discussion and imagination. A wonderful opportunity to connect with the book, meet the author and inspire a love of reading.

    • Children will also enjoy;

    • Character and story-based mini activities

    • Colour-in activity pages

    • Opportunities to participate and answer questions and use their imaginations

    • Session Format
      The 45-60 minute Book Reading Incursion can be tailored to suit your centre and may accommodate 3-4 classrooms, depending on group size and room transitions.

    • Baby and Toddler rooms
      For our youngest readers, the session is kept simple and engaging, with an interactive reading of the book and age-appropriate storytelling. Activities are not included for this age group.

    • Ages 3-5
      For pre-school and kindergarten aged children, the experience includes interactive readings of both books, storytelling and discussion, with fun mini activities and colour-in to bring the stories to life.

    The session can be adapted to suit the needs, ages and attention spans of each group.

    • Sofia the Owl and the Lost Tooth
      Join Sofia on a magical adventure as she discovers the excitement of losing a tooth and the special surprise that comes with it. A fun and relatable story that celebrates childhood milestone and the magical of the Tooth Fairy.
      A gentle story celebrating the excitement and emotions surrounding losing a first tooth.

    • The Friendly Snack Monster
      Follow the quirky, hungry monster on a fun-filled shopping adventure as he discovers colourful fruit and vegetables. A playful rhyming story that encourages children to explore new foods and make healthy choices.
      A playful story encouraging children to explore new foods and develop positive attitudes towards healthy eating.

    • Ideal for early childhood, kindergarten and early primary school students.
      The book reading incursion is designed to be adapted to suit different age groups and classroom settings.

    • Children will be introduced to both books and their characters, with an engaging look at the stories, themes and messages behind each book.

  • $120 Incursion + 4 Books
    Includes the full 45-60 minute interactive Book Reading and plus 4 Mini Readers Books for your centre.

    ALREADY HAVE OUR BOOKS?
    Have you already purchased our books from a previous visit to your childcare centre, kindergarten, or school? There’s no need to purchase them again!

    Simply book the $79 Book Reading Incursion and enjoy the full experience without the books. Additional books are available for $15 each if you’d like to add more to your centre’s collection.

    PAYMENT
    Payment can be made via bank transfer or through our website once your booking has been confirmed.

STORY ADVENTURES INCURSION plus 4 BOOKS - $120 (45 MINS)

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