What age is the event suitable for?

Recommended from 3 years old. The storytelling and images are age-appropriate and promote language and imagination.

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. Registration is not required.

Does the event take place in bad weather?

Yes. It is a bad weather offering indoors at the library.

How long does the program last?

The duration varies depending on the story. Please arrive on time for the start at 4:30 PM.

Are there parking or public transport options nearby?

There are public transport stops and short-term parking zones in the vicinity of the Schulzentrum Nord. Please plan for short walking distances.

Is the location family-friendly equipped?

The library offers quiet reading spots and short paths. Please inquire directly with the Gerthe branch library for details on changing facilities or further amenities.

Surprise Picture Book Cinema or Kamishibai for Children

Name: Surprise Picture Book Cinema or Kamishibai
Start: 2026-07-02T18:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-02T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Zweigbücherei Gerthe (im Schulzentrum Nord)

Guaranteed Children's Laughter: Surprise Picture Book Cinema or Kamishibai in Bochum-Gerthe

A lovingly designed picture book cinema or a Kamishibai storytelling theater offers families shared time, learning fun, and wonder. Every Thursday, children from 3 years old experience exciting stories in the Gerthe branch library – free of charge and without registration.

What to Expect: Stories, Pictures, Big Eyes

Lively reading moments, large projected images, and child-friendly storytelling make characters and emotions tangible. Children's laughter fills the room as the little ones actively think, guess, and marvel. The family experience strengthens bonds and creates a desire for books.

Educational Value: Language, Imagination, Media Literacy

Age-appropriate stories promote vocabulary, listening, and storytelling joy. The visual storytelling in Kamishibai supports children's development: concentration grows, imagination blooms, and first media experiences are gently and child-friendly achieved.

Safety & Comfort

The event takes place in the library – a quiet, covered place with manageable group sizes. Parents stay close, and children feel safe. The event is explicitly marked as a bad weather offering, making it ideal when rain or heat surprises outside.

Practical for Families: Just Come, Enjoy Free of Charge

Start is on Thursdays at 4:30 PM. Admission is free; no registration is required. The branch library is located in the Schulzentrum Nord at Heinrichstraße 4 (44805 Bochum-Gerthe). Public transport stops nearby facilitate access; short paths and ground-level entrances support a relaxed family visit.

Conclusion: A lovingly moderated reading experience with strong images that piques children's curiosity and brings families together. Come by, discover new favorite stories, and experience reading as a small stage of wonder!