Eldon Square set for Easter giveaway as part of 50th year celebration

Eldon Square is inviting young bookworms and their families to step into a magical world of stories and free family fun this Easter.

The centre is launching a brand-new reading corner in partnership with the National Literacy Trust in the North East.

Running from Friday, April 3 to Friday, April 17, from 11-3pm each day, Eldon Square’s Community Quarter will transform into a cosy corner dedicated to reading and imagination.

The Reading Corner will feature a wide selection of children’s books, immersive story telling sessions and Easter related craft activities.

The National Literacy Trust in the North East will be hosting interactive storytelling sessions from 12pm – 2pm, bringing beloved children’s books to life with themed reading experiences throughout the week:

• Monday 13 April – Intergalactic fun with Aliens Love Underpants (by Claire Freedman)
• Tuesday 14 April – Fantasy and magic with The Magic Crayon (by Amy Sparkes)
• Wednesday 15 April – Superheroes with Even Superheroes Have Bad Days (by Shelly Becker)
• Thursday 16 April – Proud to be me with Elmer (by David McKee)

Eldon Square’s 50th anniversary

What’s more, to mark Eldon Square’s 50th anniversary, the centre will be giving away 50 free children’s books on Friday, April 10 at 11am in the Community Quarter.

Helen Cowie, Centre Director at Eldon Square, said: “We’re giving families a chance to enjoy stories together and rediscover the joy of reading. We recognise the importance of early literacy in building confidence, imagination and essential life skills, and as we celebrate our 50th year, we’re proud to be giving away 50 children’s books alongside the activity.”