Katie Chappell Workshop

The Children’s Bookshow allocates four free workshops for schools who attend a related theatre performance.

In this hands-on and fun illustration workshop Katie Chappell will work creatively with a class of children encouraging and inspiring them to develop their own piece of work.

Suitable for:
Years 1, 2 and 3

The children got their books today - they were so excited, we put in the book plates that you gave us, the children even took the books outside during playtime today to share the poems with their friends!!

A teacher in Manchester


What you need to know

Length of workshop:
Approx. 1 hour
Location of workshop:
We will come to your school
Number of children:
Workshops are for a class of 30 children
Suitable for:
Years 1, 2 and 3

Please note, a teacher must be present throughout the workshop

Materials needed

  • Flipchart or whiteboard
  • Pens and paper for the children
  • Coloured pens and pencils

Book a related theatre performance to be eligible for one of four free workshops

This workshop is allocated to a school attending a specific theatre performance with 30 or more children; visit the performance page to find out more and book:

Are these performances not in your area? See a list of all our events


About Katie Chappell

Photo of Katie Chappell

Katie Chappell is an author, illustrator and educator. Her debut children’s book, Salty Dog and Pals, was co-written with Helen Stephens, best known for the How to Hide a Lion series. Katie has taught illustration across a range of levels, from foundation through to MA, and has worked extensively with young people to help them develop their ideas and have a nice time being creative. She lives on the windy Northumberland coast in a little cottage with her husband and daughter.

More about Katie Chappell

Previous workshops with Katie Chappell

On the day

  • Please inform your school receptionist that our artist will be arriving so they can be welcomed warmly.
  • A teacher must be present throughout the workshop.
  • Make sure that all the materials that our artist has requested are ready and available.
  • Please let us know if any of the children have particular requirements, and ensure that their normal carer is present.
  • The offer of a cup of tea is often greatly appreciated!

Have any questions? Get in touch

Katy Webster

Your contact for this performance is Katy Webster, she will be happy to answer any queries you have:

Email
katyw@thechildrensbookshow.com
Phone
07904 068084