Sarthak Sinha Workshop

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

Artist and illustrator Sarthak Sinha will come to your school to work creatively with a class of 30 children. After a short walk in the grounds to collect leaves and twigs and other interesting finds Sarthak will show the children how they can use these materials to make a work of art.

Suitable for:
Year 2

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 30 minutes
Location of workshop:
We will come to your school
Number of children:
Workshops are for a class of 30 children
Suitable for:
Year 2

Please note, a teacher must be present throughout the workshop

Materials needed

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

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:

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About Sarthak Sinha

Photo of Sarthak Sinha

Sarthak Sinha was born in India and is an artist and educator. He loves making children’s books in his tiny studio - they include stories that he has written himself, such as The Boy on Fire and Farah Loves Mangos both published by Flying Eye Books, and How to Find a Rainbow, written by Alom Shaha and published by Scribe Publications. He also teaches kindergarten children. When he isn't scribbling drawings or stories, he loves to cycle, chase shooting stars, and cook for people.

More about Sarthak Sinha

Previous workshops with Sarthak Sinha

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