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About Sense-a-Story

Fun and developmental multisensory story sessions for little ones (aged 6 months to 5 years) and their grown-ups - see, hear, smell, touch, and taste the tale together!

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What parents say

""A wonderful experience for little ones! We’ve been attending Sense-a-Story since our son was 6 months old (he’s now 1+). Each week brings a brand new, creative story that keeps things fresh and engaging. Our son loves listening to the stories, exploring the sensory setups, and especially interacting with other babies his age. It’s been lovely to watch him grow in confidence and curiosity each week. As parents, we genuinely feel these classes are benefiting his development by encouraging early communication, social skills, and sensory exploration in a playful and supportive environment. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. We highly recommend Sense-a-Story to any parent looking for a fun and enriching activity for their baby or toddler.""

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Sense-a-Story

Tuesday @ 1:00pm
Aberdeen city
Preschool (3-5y) Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y)

Sense-a-Story transform traditional storytelling sessions into immersive multisensory experiences. We bring stories to life, encouraging children to see, hear, smell, touch and even taste the story! Our sessions focus on all 5 external senses and learning through play. A new story is chosen every week, which children can interact with through role-play, sound effects and musical instruments, craft activities, natural scents and materials, messy and loose parts play, healthy fruit and vegetables, and so much more! As well as promoting sensory development, our classes nurture children's love of stories, and aid in strengthening their overall development. Sense-a-Story is for children aged 6 months-5 years. Classes are designed to be inclusive. Along with the spoken word, stories are told using Makaton. Please note: We don’t teach Makaton, we use it in an effort to be more inclusive.

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Sense-a-Story

Wednesday @ 10:15am
Danestone
Preschool (3-5y) Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y)

Sense-a-Story transform traditional storytelling sessions into immersive multisensory experiences. We bring stories to life, encouraging children to see, hear, smell, touch and even taste the story! Our sessions focus on all 5 external senses and learning through play. A new story is chosen every week, which children can interact with through role-play, sound effects and musical instruments, craft activities, natural scents and materials, messy and loose parts play, healthy fruit and vegetables, and so much more! As well as promoting sensory development, our classes nurture children's love of stories, and aid in strengthening their overall development. Sense-a-Story is for children aged 6 months-5 years. Classes are designed to be inclusive. Along with the spoken word, stories are told using Makaton. Please note: We don’t teach Makaton, we use it in an effort to be more inclusive.

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Sense-a-Story

Thursday @ 10:00am
Kingswells
Preschool (3-5y) Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y)

Sense-a-Story transform traditional storytelling sessions into immersive multisensory experiences. We bring stories to life, encouraging children to see, hear, smell, touch and even taste the story! Our sessions focus on all 5 external senses and learning through play. A new story is chosen every week, which children can interact with through role-play, sound effects and musical instruments, craft activities, natural scents and materials, messy and loose parts play, healthy fruit and vegetables, and so much more! As well as promoting sensory development, our classes nurture children's love of stories, and aid in strengthening their overall development. Sense-a-Story is for children aged 6 months-5 years. Classes are designed to be inclusive. Along with the spoken word, stories are told using Makaton. Please note: We don’t teach Makaton, we use it in an effort to be more inclusive.

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Sense-a-Story

Saturday @ 10:30am
Aberdeen city
Preschool (3-5y) Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y)

Sense-a-Story transform traditional storytelling sessions into immersive multisensory experiences. We bring stories to life, encouraging children to see, hear, smell, touch and even taste the story! Our sessions focus on all 5 external senses and learning through play. A new story is chosen every week, which children can interact with through role-play, sound effects and musical instruments, craft activities, natural scents and materials, messy and loose parts play, healthy fruit and vegetables, and so much more! As well as promoting sensory development, our classes nurture children's love of stories, and aid in strengthening their overall development. Sense-a-Story is for children aged 6 months-5 years. Classes are designed to be inclusive. Along with the spoken word, stories are told using Makaton. Please note: We don’t teach Makaton, we use it in an effort to be more inclusive.

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Our events

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🐣 Duck's Easter Egg Hunt

Date TBC
10:15am - 11:00am
Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y) Preschool (3-5y)
Danestone

🐣 Whilst Duck organises an Easter egg hunt for everyone, she accidentally hides her own precious egg! Come and help Duck find her very special egg as we see, hear, smell, touch and taste... 'Duck's Easter Egg Hunt' by Dawn Richards and Heidi D'hamers Older siblings are more than welcome - just be sure to choose the sibling ticket when booking. There's no need to book for siblings under 6 months, but they are very welcome too.

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🐣 Duck's Easter Egg Hunt

2nd April 2026 at 10:00am
10:00am - 10:45am
Babies (0-12m) Toddlers (1-3y) Preschool (3-5y)
Kingswells

🐣 Whilst Duck organises an Easter egg hunt for everyone, she accidentally hides her own precious egg! Come and help Duck find her very special egg as we see, hear, smell, touch and taste... 'Duck's Easter Egg Hunt' by Dawn Richards and Heidi D'hamers Older siblings are more than welcome - just be sure to choose the sibling ticket when booking. There's no need to book for siblings under 6 months, but they are very welcome too.

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The Gruffalo in the Deep Dark Woods

Date TBC
Toddlers (1-3y) School age (5+y) Preschool (3-5y)
Aberdeen city

Wild Stories Collective by Sense-a-Story and Nurture The Wild Project invite you to... 🌳📖 Step into the Deep Dark Woods with the Gruffalo! We're bringing your favourite story to life in a magical woodland adventure! Explore, discover, and create as we: • 🐾 Wander through woodland animal homes • Learn what makes the Gruffalo so unique • 🦊 Make some of the Gruffalo’s favourite forest “feasts” • 📖 Experience storytelling, sensory play, and imagination in the woods This is a special, hands-on journey for walking children up to 7 years and their families. Younger siblings are welcome too! Spaces are limited to keep the adventure small, safe, and personal, so advance booking is essential. Come and step into the magic of the deep dark woods... a story you and your little ones will never forget!

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Wild Stories Collective: 🍯 Be Patient, Pooh

11th Jul, 13th Jul
Preschool (3-5y) School age (5+y) Toddlers (1-3y)
Aberdeen city

📖🌳Wild Stories Collective: A Sense-a-Story x Nurture the Wild Project Collaboration Join us in the One Hundred Acre Wood for a wild, multisensory storytelling experience inspired by Winnie the Pooh: Be Patient, Pooh! by Kathleen W. Zoehfeld & Robbin Cuddy. As we journey through the woods, immersive story moments will unfold around us, helping everyone's favourite bear learn the gentle art of patience as he waits for his very special party. Together we'll bring the story to life through sensory play, imagination, and connection in nature. There will also be time for free exploration and woodland adventure, a long with warm food and drinks to enjoy together. Suitable for walking up to age 7

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