Book an Adventure! - 80 Years of Australian Stories for Children
To celebrate 80 years of the Children’s Book Council of Australia championing children’s literature, Book an Adventure! is an exhibition presenting a captivating collection of original picture book artwork from the State Library’s Peter Williams Collection.
Step into a world where stories leap off the page and imagination knows no bounds. From timeless tales to modern favourites, journey through the rich and wondrous worlds found in the pages of Australia’s best-loved children’s books.
Discover beloved artworks by iconic illustrators, including Kelly Canby, Bob Graham, Alison Lester, Briony Stewart, Shaun Tan and many more.
No matter your age, if you believe in the magic of stories, this exhibition promises a delightful escape into the wonder of storytelling.
Literature
All Ages
The Story Place Gallery, State Library of WA
State Library of WA
Art Exhibition
30 September - 4 October
Tuesday
30th September
Wednesday
1st October
Thursday
2nd October
Friday
3rd October
Saturday
4th October
Free event
Accessibility Guide
Lighting and Sound
Total blackout (audience)
Lighting level
Low
Flashing lights
Loud sounds
Repetitive noises
Background Music is repetitive
Drums
High-pitched tones
Unexpected sounds
Background Music will play according to movement sensors.
Background Music
Sound is used to create immersive experience, on a low volume.
Interactivity and Participation
Children invited on stage
Artist goes into audience
Manual activity (e.g. read, draw, sing, paint, construct things)
Optional drawing/writing activity.
Undertake direct movement
Participation in groups/pairs
Parent/carer can support in participation
Capacity for a child slower in their movements to participate
Senses, Emotions and Effects
Distinctive smells
Special effects
Textures
Balloons
Characters express anger
Dialogue driven
Props
Boat in exhibition that children can sit in
Attention Span
Intermission/break
Introduction
Children need to sit in one place
Appropriate to make noise/move around
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