This half term we have been exploring mythical creatures in our Story Makers Session.
Listen to Flick tell the story below – How does the girl’s world change at the end of the story?
Activities
You can have a go at some of the activities below. We’d love to see what you get up to, so please share what you have created with us on social media or by emailing us.
Creature Feature: Create your own mythical creature with a roll of the dice. You’ll need a dice, some paper and pen or pencil Take turns rolling the dice and use this table to draw a feature of you creature
Animal inspiration: Many mythical creatures are a mixture of real life animals. Can you match the animal to the descriptive word?
Colour treasure hunt: Go for a walk around your neighbourhood and discover the different colours you can spot. You could use our image below to help name the different colours.
Treasured Wish Jar: create your own wish jar of somethings you would like to discover or see more of in the world
Celebrating Mythical Creatures in your Culture: The UK has a rich heritage of mythical creatures in our folk tales from dragons and unicorns to mermaids and giants. What mythical creatures are celebrated in your culture? Can you share a tale about one with your friends or family.
These activities are part of content developed for our Story Makers sessions. Story Makers is a creative group for families with English as a second language who have been driven to Warrington by circumstance.
We know that circumstances change and often families can be moved about the UK at very short notice. This digital program is here to encourage family activity and community connections across the UK. You can find more about the Story Makers group here.
For Families who speak English as a Second Language who have been driven to Warrington by circumstance
At our Story Makers group we aim to support families who have arrived in Warrington through diverse circumstances by offering accessible, arts-based activities that encourage expression, community connection and celebrate our cultures, with support for ESOL learners.
Children, parents and grandparents are all welcome to come together to share stories, play and learn English.
Everyone’s story matters. Everyone is welcome.
What We Do:
Tell and create stories together
Play games with words and imagination
Make art and crafts inspired by stories
Learn English in a fun, friendly way
Celebrate Multicultural Warrington
Details
Day & Time: Tuesdays 4.00-5.30, from 13th January 2026
Location: The Old School, Warrington, WA1 3AJ
Email: hello@storystitchers.co.uk to book your place or find out more
We have secured funding to run this group until June 2026. At the end of the project we may produce some kind of creative outcome like an exhibition or a book. This will be decided by the group in a process of co production.
Get in touch
If you would like to book a place for you family or find out more, please use the form below.
Flick Barry is a CELTA qualified ESOL teacher and has been a community artist for 20 years. She is experienced at storytelling work with all ages, including working with ESOL students and refugee families. She is British born and throughout her life is lucky to have worked and travelled around the world. Flick is supported by friendly staff and volunteers to ensure that your experience is a positive one.
How do I find out more or sign my family up?
Please send an email to hello@storystitchers.co.uk to sign up or find out more.
Please feel free to download and share our poster with anyone who you think might be interested in coming.
We know that circumstances change and often families can be moved about the UK at very short notice. This digital program is here to encourage family activity and community connections across the UK. You can access these activities here