Magic of Julia Donaldson Day
Sunday, 14 December 2025
- Time
- 10:00 - 15:00
- Price
- £10 per Child, Adults Free
Step into the stories you love! Join us at the Manx Museum for a Julia Donaldson family inspired day packed with films, crafts, and storytelling.
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What’s On:
Film Screenings:
• Zog
A keen young dragon named Zog heads to dragon school, eager to learn how to fly, roar, and breathe fire—but things don’t always go to plan. Donaldson’s lively rhymes and Scheffler’s bold, expressive artwork bring Zog’s clumsy determination and big heart to life, making this a funny, warm story about learning, friendship, and perseverance.
Zog run time: 27 minutes
• The Gruffalo
A clever mouse invents a fearsome creature to scare off predators—until the Gruffalo turns out to be real. Smart, funny, and endlessly quotable, this classic story is a masterclass in rhyme and imagination.
The Gruffalo run time: 27 minutes
• Stick Man
Stick Man sets off on an unexpected journey far from home. Through snow, rivers, and danger, he never gives up on finding his family again. A heartfelt story about love, persistence, and coming home.
Stick Man run time: 27 minutes
Storytelling Sessions
Join us for a lively storytelling session celebrating the much-loved tales of Julia Donaldson. From the adventurous Gruffalo to the kind-hearted Zog and the tiny Snail and the Whale, these stories are filled with rhythm, rhyme, and unforgettable characters.
You’ll hear a mix of Donaldson’s best-known favourites, brought to life. Perfect for young listeners who love stories full of energy, humour, and heart.
Activities
Tiddler Fish Craft – Create your own colourful fish inspired by Tiddler. Cut, decorate, and bring your fish to life with bright patterns and glittery scales.
Room on the Broom Wand – Make your own magical wand from Room on the Broom. Personalise it with stickers, sparkles, and your own creative touches.
Zog’s Gold Star – Craft Zog’s shiny gold star to celebrate bravery and learning. Paint, decorate, and take your star home as a keepsake.
Games and Jigsaws inspired by the Julia Donaldson books.
The Great Julia Donaldson Teddy Hunt
Help us track down our missing Julia Donaldson teddies hiding around the Manx Museum galleries. Each teddy represents a favourite story character, and they’ve all gone exploring! See how many you can find.
Perfect for: Families with young children, Donaldson fans, and anyone who loves a good story that is beautifully told!
Film Screenings:
• Zog
A keen young dragon named Zog heads to dragon school, eager to learn how to fly, roar, and breathe fire—but things don’t always go to plan. Donaldson’s lively rhymes and Scheffler’s bold, expressive artwork bring Zog’s clumsy determination and big heart to life, making this a funny, warm story about learning, friendship, and perseverance.
Zog run time: 27 minutes
• The Gruffalo
A clever mouse invents a fearsome creature to scare off predators—until the Gruffalo turns out to be real. Smart, funny, and endlessly quotable, this classic story is a masterclass in rhyme and imagination.
The Gruffalo run time: 27 minutes
• Stick Man
Stick Man sets off on an unexpected journey far from home. Through snow, rivers, and danger, he never gives up on finding his family again. A heartfelt story about love, persistence, and coming home.
Stick Man run time: 27 minutes
Storytelling Sessions
Join us for a lively storytelling session celebrating the much-loved tales of Julia Donaldson. From the adventurous Gruffalo to the kind-hearted Zog and the tiny Snail and the Whale, these stories are filled with rhythm, rhyme, and unforgettable characters.
You’ll hear a mix of Donaldson’s best-known favourites, brought to life. Perfect for young listeners who love stories full of energy, humour, and heart.
Activities
Tiddler Fish Craft – Create your own colourful fish inspired by Tiddler. Cut, decorate, and bring your fish to life with bright patterns and glittery scales.
Room on the Broom Wand – Make your own magical wand from Room on the Broom. Personalise it with stickers, sparkles, and your own creative touches.
Zog’s Gold Star – Craft Zog’s shiny gold star to celebrate bravery and learning. Paint, decorate, and take your star home as a keepsake.
Games and Jigsaws inspired by the Julia Donaldson books.
The Great Julia Donaldson Teddy Hunt
Help us track down our missing Julia Donaldson teddies hiding around the Manx Museum galleries. Each teddy represents a favourite story character, and they’ve all gone exploring! See how many you can find.
Perfect for: Families with young children, Donaldson fans, and anyone who loves a good story that is beautifully told!
Dates
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