Kid’s Author Event: Gabby Dawnay '5 Minute Dinosaur Stories' (For ages 4+)

Join author Gabby Dawnay at Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop for a roaringly fun celebration of her brand new book 5-Minute Dinosaur Stories!

Get ready to stomp, chomp and explore the incredible world of dinosaurs…

5-Minute Dinosaur Stories brings fascinating prehistoric creatures to life through short, engaging stories packed with amazing facts. Perfect for curious young minds, this exciting collection introduces children to a range of dinosaurs in a way that’s fun, accessible and ideal for sharing.

ABOUT 5-MINUTE DINOSAUR STORIES
A brilliantly engaging non-fiction story collection that combines storytelling with real-life dinosaur facts.

Designed to be read in just five minutes, each story introduces a different dinosaur, sparking curiosity and helping children learn about the prehistoric world in an exciting and memorable way.

Perfect for dinosaur fans and fact-lovers alike, this is a book to dip into again and again.

ABOUT GABBY DAWNAY
Gabby Dawnay is a bestselling children’s author, poet and lyricist, known for her playful, engaging storytelling across both fiction and non-fiction. She is the creator of the much-loved If I Had a… series (including If I Had a Dinosaur and If I Had a Sleepy Sloth), as well as the popular 5-Minute Stories series, which introduces young readers to fascinating topics through short, accessible stories.

Her work is full of energy, curiosity and warmth, inspiring children to explore, imagine and discover.

At this cosy, creative session, children will:

🦖 Enjoy an interactive storytime with Gabby Dawnay
🎨 Take part in fun, dinosaur-themed creative activities
💬 Have the chance to ask questions about dinosaurs, stories and writing
🌟 Spark curiosity and a love of learning about the natural world

Whether your child is dinosaur-obsessed or just beginning their journey into non-fiction, this welcoming event is designed to inspire curiosity, imagination and a love of discovery.

— and every child takes home their own copy of 5-Minute Dinosaur Stories to keep exploring!

Important Information:

• Suitable for children aged 4+
• Event duration: approx. 45minutes (includes signing)
• Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a hardback copy of the book RRP £16.99)
• Booking is essential — spaces are limited!
• The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs.
• Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate.
• Adults may stay for the event (limited seating available) or relax with a coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE.
• If you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer your space to another family.
• Photos may be taken for social media (backs of heads only). Please let us know at the start of the session if you prefer your child not to be included.

📧 Questions? Contact: [email protected]

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