Interactive Story Time | Qatar National Library (QNL)

Overview: Interactive Story Time is designed to instill a love of reading in children through engaging storytelling sessions that combine narrative, music, and educational games. Children actively participate by discussing characters and events, promoting self-expression and comprehension in a fun and interactive environment.

Age Group

  • Children aged 7–14 years can participate fully, enjoying age-appropriate narratives and interactive tasks that stimulate imagination and reading skills.


  • Interactive Activities: Participants get to read stories, create their own narratives, and engage in arts and crafts connected to the stories, promoting creativity and comprehension.
  • Language Options: Sessions are typically offered in Arabic and English, supporting bilingual development.
  • Duration: Each session lasts about 30 minutes, an optimal length for keeping the children actively engaged.
  • Registration: Seats are limited, so prior registration is required, though the program is free of charge.

Additional Notes

  • QNL offers other storytime programs for different age groups, such as 0–4 years for Arabic interactive sessions and 5–7 years for cultural storytelling sessions.
  • The Interactive Story Time initiative forms part of QNL’s broader mission to encourage literacy, creativity, and cultural understanding among children.
This program provides children aged 7–14 with a stimulating and educational environment where they can enjoy storytelling, participate in hands-on activities, and develop a lifelong interest in reading.
Program Objectives:
  • Enhance language skills and reading comprehension in children.
  • Stimulate imagination and encourage critical thinking.
  • Create a fun and educational atmosphere that encourages active participation from both children and parents.
Additional Features:
  • The program includes motivational songs and short role-playing activities directly associated with the stories.
  • Children experience interactive activities and educational games that develop sensory and motor skills.

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