Parsa’s Pithas: Read & Create

Looking for a unique kids activity in Edmonton this summer?

Join us at Make Art Studio for Parsa’s Pithas: Read & Create, a playful storytelling and art experience for children ages 3–7 and their caregivers.

This interactive family event includes a live reading of Parsa’s Pithas by Edmonton author Sumaiya Matin, followed by open-ended, process-based art activities inspired by the story, Bengali culture, creativity, spring, clouds, and imaginative play.

Each participant will also receive:

• The book Parsa’s Pithas to take home
• Their own artwork and creations made during the event
  

About the Book
A delightful and empowering story about a seven-year-old Bengali girl who finds her creative superpowers while practicing the folk art of traditional pitha-making with her mother.

About the Author
Sumaiya Matin is a writer, social worker, and early childhood educator who dabbles in various forms of storytelling. Picture books hold a special place in her heart, and her stories reflect the joy of childhood while supporting socioemotional and cultural learning. She is based in amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta).

What to Expect

• Interactive live book reading by the author
• Open-ended process art activities
• Cloud painting and mixed media exploration
• Cardboard art and creative building
• Clay and sensory play inspired by pithas
• Storytelling, creativity, and cultural learning

Children will explore different art stations using materials such as:

• clay and sculpting tools
• cardboard and paint
• cotton balls and textured materials
• fabric, stamps, and mixed media supplies

Activities are designed to encourage experimentation, creativity, storytelling, and imaginative exploration.

This is not a step-by-step craft class. Children are encouraged to create freely and explore materials at their own pace.

What’s Included

• Live interactive reading by the author
• Open-ended art activities
• All art materials included
• One copy of Parsa’s Pithas per participant

Perfect For

• Kids activities in Edmonton
• Family events in Edmonton
• Preschool and early elementary children
• Storytime and art experiences
• Process art and sensory play
• Families looking for cultural activities in Edmonton
• Creative summer activities for kids

Come celebrate storytelling, creativity, culture, and spring together 🌸