We cannot foster the next generation of innovators unless we give them a safe space to fail, said a panel of children’s authors at the 14th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023). Discussing the development of future innovators, and the means to identifying and supporting them, the literary figures said that parents, teachers and other […]

Young guests at the on-going 14th annual Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) have been soaking up every opportunity to be able to click themselves and shake hands with the festival’s newest feature – walking androids. “I guess it’s the sense of intrigue that we have been able to create with our looks and movements that’s […]

Visitors to the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023) were treated to an awe-inspiring spectacle as Stormtroopers took the stage with their mind-blowing acrobatic stunts and energetic dance routines, leaving the young audience particularly captivated and filling them with enthusiasm. Boogie Storm, renowned for their acrobatics-inspired performances, delivered an electrifying show that showcased their unparalleled […]

Children are getting exposed to all manner of learning and scientific activities at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023), on until this weekend at Expo Centre, and receiving a practical education in the process. At the event’s Hand Making Workshop, students aged between mostly 8 and 11, were instructed in the art of building […]

Prolific Indian author of children’s fiction Khyrunnisa enthralled a packed audience of students from different schools at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) with excerpts from her much-loved 2010 debut novel Howzzat Butterfingers! in hopes of “inspiring them to read more”. “The more we have advanced, the more we have regressed with so many of […]

The Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023) has highlighted the importance of demonstrating social etiquette to leave a lasting and positive impact on people, to children visiting the 12-day event at numerous sessions of a comprehensive ‘Welcome to Social Etiquette’ workshop. Led by renowned etiquette coach Eva Teeny, the workshop is imparting young schoolers with […]

The first-ever “UAE Perfumes and Oud” exhibition will be held in the Emirate of Sharjah from October 6 to 14, 2023, bringing together over 500 exhibitors, including major perfume designers, prominent local and international companies. A group of manufacturers, experts, and specialists, are also expected to participate in the first edition of the fair, making […]

Six may be a little too early for most to get used to fame but not for British Bella-Jay Dark, who published her first book at the age of five last year to become the Guinness World Record holder for being the youngest female author. Talking at the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023) on […]

The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) has emphasised to businesses, countries and regions represented at the 12th Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) that with impressive advancements in diversity, innovation and advancement across traditional, emerging and talent-based economic sectors, Sharjah is continuing its role as a regional powerhouse committed to empowering the global economy. Seven key […]

Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2023), a wondrous gathering of young book and art lovers, hosted a whimsical workshop titled ‘Painting on Glass,’ at its Expression Room, inviting children of all ages to embrace their creative spirit and delve into the world of artistry. Guiding these young minds on their journey of self-expression were a […]