Join Mel to discover how paper cut illustrations and rhyme helped her create her books, then try out some of your own.

Pearl is a swishwiffling strong character (much like our own Matilda!), and star of the beautiful Pearl Power books by Mel Elliott, that teach kids about gender equality. 

Event details

Times: 12.00pm, 1.30pm and 3.00pm 

Cost: £3 per person, adults and children. Everyone who attends needs to pay for a space although children under 2 who can sit on laps are free of charge. Price does not include Museum entry which you will also need to book to take part in the workshop.

Age: recommended for 5 years. Under 16s will need to be accompanied by an paying adult. 

Type of workshop: author workshop

Booking: you can book Museum entry and workshops online up until the day before (subject to availability). Workshop options will appear after selecting your Museum admission.

Alternatively, you can call 01494 892192.