Unique workshop highlights ways to become money smart; introduces children to saving, investing and money management

Sharjah, November 17, 2024

Children at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) took a creative leap into financial literacy during an engaging workshop titled Between Investing and Saving. The session made the fundamentals of money management both fun and practical for young participants.

Led by Omani financial literacy coach and university lecturer Dr Wafa AlShamsi, the workshop equipped children with essential skills to distinguish between saving and investing while inspiring smarter financial decision-making. Dr AlShamsi shared: “Understanding how to save and invest from a young age builds a foundation for better financial choices throughout life.”

Make a Bouncy Ball workshop inspires young learners with hands-on chemistry and fun

Sharjah, November 17, 2024

The Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) has once again enchanted visitors of all ages with an exceptional lineup of workshops and activities. For children, the fair has become a hub of discovery, blending education with fun in captivating ways.

One of this year’s highlights was the “Make a Bouncy Ball” workshop, where children explored the intersection of science and creativity. Led by Hadi Bedir, a biomedical engineering and psychology student from Lebanon, the session gave young participants the chance to create their own bouncy balls while learning about polymers and chemical reactions.

The workshop enhanced fine motor skills in children as they wove turtles and butterflies using yarn and sticks

Sharjah, November 17, 2024

A hands-on workshop called “Weaving turtles and butterflies” at the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair helped children hone their creativity, patience and attention to detail as they set about crafting turtles using easy-to-handle materials like yarn and colour pens.

A celebration of poetry and originality under the Writers in the Spotlight programme

Sharjah, November 16, 2024

As part of its participation in the 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) hosted Emirati poet Amal Al-Sahlawi for an inspiring session titled “Poetry as an Act of Illumination”. This session was specially designed under SPL’s Writers in the Spotlight programme to highlight exceptional literary talent and enrich the cultural offerings of SIBF 2024.