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Axel Scheffler: A Life in Illustration exhibition

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Don't miss the chance to visit this wonderful exhibition celebrating Axel Scheffler's artwork. From student sketches and early editorial work to his more recent illustrations from a range of books with Julia Donaldson including The Gruffalo, Zog and The Smeds and The Smoos, plus much more, this family-friendly exhibition offers the most extensive public display of Axel’s work in the UK, providing visitors a rare opportunity to delve into his artistic brilliance.

How can I find out more?

Go to the Weston Museum website

Where?

Weston Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1PR

How much is it?

FREE

What age group?

Family friendly, but all ages welcome

Stories and Drawing with Axel Scheffler at Edinburgh Festival

Come and see Axel Scheffler and meet the characters in brand-new book Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures of a Penguin, old favourites such as Zog and The Gruffalo, and celebrate all the different ways to be kind in picture book, Kind. After the event Axel will be signing books.

How can I find out more?

Go to the Go to the Edinburgh Festival website

Where?

Edinburgh, Spiegel Tent

What time?

3:15pm - 4:15pm

How much is it?

£6

What age group?

3+ and families

Bath Children's Literature Festival 2024

Come and see Axel read from his latest book Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures of a Penguin (written by Julia Donaldson), plus old favourites like The Gruffalo. There will be live drawing and the chance to Axel ask some questions. After the event Axel will be signing books.

How can I find out more?

Go to the Bath Children's Literature Festival website

Where?

Assembly Rooms, Bennett St, Bath BA1 2QH

What time?

10:00am - 10:45am

How much is it?

£6.50

What age group?

3+