This weekend programme is specially designed for children aged 5 to 11, jointly organised by KFBG and Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai Public Library, running in June and July 2026. Following our previous collaboration with Lai Chi Kok Public Library, this programme continues to feature nature-, ecology- and emotion-themed storybooks alongside creative extension activities, allowing children to embark on a journey of exploration, expression and creativity within the library – a space filled with knowledge and imagination.

Each week’s selected storybooks are drawn from the Hong Kong Public Libraries collection, covering themes such as self-awareness, emotional expression, nature observation, ecological care and imagination. Topics include finding one’s own voice, courage and protection, appreciating the beauty of nature and caring for the Earth. After each storytelling session, a variety of hands-on craft activities are provided, such as making paper whistles, butterfly clips, star ornaments, stone paintings, paper bamboo dragonflies, seed paper, scratch art with oil pastels and calming jars. These activities enable children to deepen their understanding of the stories through creative expression, while also enhancing their focus and creativity.

One of the sessions, to be held on 19 July, will features the storybook  Little Fish, written by KFBG’s Chairman, Andrew McAulay. Through this story, children are guided to reflect on themes of hope, transformation and the connection between humans and nature, and can express their thoughts and imagination through scratch art creation.

About the Facilitator

Mani (Auntie Roots)
Artistic Companionship | Emotional Education | Creative Inspiration

Mani (Auntie Roots) has always been fuelled by a curious heart and a love for singing and painting. In her youth, she discovered that a paintbrush is more than just a tool – it is a secret passage for exploring the world and a way to whisper to her inner self within the "forest of emotions".

Becoming a mother in 2016 brought a profound realisation: emotions aren't troublemakers; they are friends living in our hearts, waiting to be embraced. This insight inspired her to weave the power of emotional awareness into the fabric of daily life.

Through warm, playful art activities, Mani leads children and parents alike to stay grounded in the present. She aims to sow seeds of joy and love in every heart, watching them take root and bloom, eventually connecting that love to every corner of the world.

*Storybooks and activities may be adjusted based on participants’ age groups, interaction and group dynamics to ensure every child is engaged and enjoys the experience. Changes occur without prior notice.

Time
¹ 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
² 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Venue
Ping Shan Tin Shui Wai Public Library

Language
Cantonese

Target Audience 
Children aged 5-11

Capacity
30 children per session

Total Fee
Free of charge

Application
On-site registration is available at the library on the event day.
Limited spots are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more details, please click HERE to visit the Hong Kong Public Libraries website.

Enquiry
Contact Ms Joanna Li at 2483 7112 /  Ms Holly Ho at 2483 7111 during office hours or email joanna.li@kfbg.org.

Related Links

• Kadoorie Earth Programme (KEP) is an initiative co-created by KFBG and its network of collaborators and volunteers. By integrating the various strands of KFBG’s nature conservation, sustainable living and holistic education programmes, it provides life-transforming learning experiences that reconnect people with themselves, each other and the rest of nature and enable them to cultivate resilience in the face of global challenges.

• Nature Art Programmes: Immerse yourself in silent contemplation of nature. Deepen your awareness of beauty and connect with nature through art. KFBG organises a variety of art workshops including Zentangle drawing, sketching and wood art, and exhibitions to guide participants, with or without artistic background, to create nature art.

• Nature Education Programmes: Become animal detectives and explore the mysteries of wild animals. Use different senses to discover the beauty of plants. Learn about the significance of forest, trees and even soils through field visits, experiments and woodwork, to reconnect with nature.

• Group Guided Tours: Led by trained environmental interpreters, the content includes experiential and hands-on activities. We encourage a passion for nature, conservation and ecology by nurturing an appreciation of the natural world.

• Corporate Programmes: Our Holistic Education Department staff can design either half-day or full-day nature education and art programmes for corporate staff or their family members based on specific needs. Leveraging the unique natural landscape and cultural ambiance of Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden, our activities may include guided tours, farm-to-table experiences, nature-based workshops, talks and art activities, aiming to promote understanding and practice of sustainable living for organisations.