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Welcome to Sense-a-Story! 

Sense-a-Story transform traditional storytelling sessions into immersive,
multi-sensory experiences for children in Aberdeen.

 

At Sense-a-Story, we bring stories to life using all five external senses, encouraging children to see, hear, smell, touch, and even taste the story!

Join us in a relaxed and inclusive environment where every child can explore, discover, and grow.

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Multi-Sensory Classes

Our classes are designed to stimulate young minds through multi-sensory sessions that foster creativity, learning, and development.

 

 

 


Baby, Toddler and Preschool Multi-Sensory Classes in Aberdeen

Sight

Stimulating visuals, and colourful props, toys and puppets bring the characters and settings to life. 

 

 

 

 


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Touch

Children get hands-on with a variety of textures and materials, from soft fabrics and rough bark to slimy goo and sandy grains, connecting
messy play to the story!

 

 


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Sound

Sound effects and musical instruments create a rich auditory landscape that immerse children in the narrative.

 

 

 

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Smell

Carefully chosen natural scents evoke the story's environment, whether it's the fresh scent of a grassy meadow, the sweet smell of a
fruit orchard, or the comforting aroma of
freshly baked bread.

 


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Taste

We incorporate healthy fruits and vegetables into our stories, and fun things like taste-safe “mud” and “seaweed”, offering a fun and safe way to engage your child's sense of taste.
 

 

 

 

 

Stories for Every Child

Our Toddler and Preschool Multi-Sensory Classes are designed to be inclusive.
Along with the spoken word, stories are signed, making them more accessible to more children

Please note: We don't teach sign. We use signing in an effort to be more inclusive, and to add an extra visual element to the story.

Our Classes/Services

 

 

 

Toddler and Preschool Multi-Sensory Classes

Our toddler and preschool multi-sensory classes are designed for children aged 1-5 and their accompanying adult.
We hold 45-minute sessions at our two venues on Wednesday and Thursday mornings.

Wednesdays

The Den & the Glen

Thursdays

Webster Park

Each class costs £7.50. There is no extra cost for an additional sibling.
Classes are bookable by the block, or are available as Pay As You Go sessions . Book a class today and let your child embark on a sensory adventure!

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Sense-a-Story Birthday Party Sessions

Make your child's special day unforgettable with a sensory storytelling experience. Sense-a-Story birthday party sessions are suitable for any child or young person (aged 1-18) who would like to have Sense-a-Story as part of their special day. Just tell us the theme, story or idea you have in mind.

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School and Nursery Visits

Bring the enchanting world of Sense-a-Story to your school, nursery, or setting with our tailored visits. Each session includes hands-on activities and can link to learning objectives. Schedule a visit and bring the magic of Sense-a-Story to your school or nursery.

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About Sense-a-Story

Our sessions engage children in a multi-sensory experience and nurture their love of stories. Led by Stevie Lyon, an avid reader and mum of three, our sessions are backed by a BA (Hons) Education Studies (Primary) degree, and ten years' experience supporting children in mainstream and additional support needs schools.

Read More About Stevie