Exploring the Magic of a StoryWalk: Bringing Books to Life Outdoors
In the hustle and bustle of life, it can be hard to find time to get lost in a good book. But what if you could combine reading with enjoying nature AND getting some physical activity? Enter TD’s StoryWalk- a nature walk and a literary adventure, all at once!
What is a StoryWalk?
StoryWalks bring children’s books to life in the outdoors. Each page of the book is placed sequentially along a route- on a trail, in a park, outside a library- on laminated posters, so you can read and engage with the story as you walk from one panel to the next. StoryWalks combine the benefits of being active with the pleasure of reading, encouraging children (and grown-ups!) to engage with stories in a dynamic way.
Experience a StoryWalk this summer with AVRL!
Ready to embark on your own StoryWalk adventure? You can find one at your local library! This year’s StoryWalk is Let’s Go! haw êkwa! by Julie Flett. Here’s where you can find it this summer (July and August):
| Branch | Hours |
| Annapolis Royal Library | Wed/Thurs/Fri in July, 10 am-4 pm |
| Bridgetown Library | Tuesdays and Thursdays in August during open hours |
| Lawrencetown – Dr. Frank W. Morse Memorial Library | August during open hours |
| Middleton – Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library | Daily July/August (on the fence, past the story circle) |
| Kingston Library | Tues & Thurs in August, 12-5 pm on the rail trail |
| Berwick and District Library | Saturdays in July, 10 am-4 pm |
| Kentville Library | Mondays and Wednesdays in July, 11-3 pm |
| Wolfville Memorial Library | Daily July/August, West of the Farmers’ Market on the Harvest Moon Trail |
| Port Williams – Murdoch C. Smith Memorial Library | Wednesdays 10-5 and Saturdays 10-2, July |
| Hantsport- Isabel & Roy Jodrey Memorial Library | Daily July/August at the playground beside the library |
| Windsor Library | Wednesday (10 am-8pm) and Saturday (10-5), July |
Reading isn’t just about turning pages – it’s about embarking on a journey of discovery, adventure, and connection.
Let’s walk, read, and explore together!
