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Le Gouvernement du Grand-Duché du Luxembourg

17 & 18 May 2025
at Neimënster

17 and 18 May 2025 at Neumünster Abbey

The Children's Festival, 17 and 18 May, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Experiencing non-formal education : fewer screens, more movement, discovery, and experiences

The Children’s Week will be launched with a Children's Festival on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 May 2025 at the Neumünster Abbey Cultural Exchange Centre (28, rue Münster, L-2160 Luxembourg).

Parents and their children are invited to take part in 56 workshops, to play, create, search or investigate. Come and discover how children learn through play and become playfully acquainted with the pedagogical approach of non-formal education applied in education and childcare facilities (“crèches”,“mini-crèches”, “maisons relais”, “foyers scolaires”, “foyers de jour” or parental assistants).

Workshops

1 workshop

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Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology Values, participation and democracy

Let's build a thriving environment together!

In our workshop, children are encouraged to explore and experiment independently, allowing them to experience both ordinary and extraordinary phenomena from their environment.

For children aged 0 to 12

4 workshops

2
Language, communication and media Sciences and technology

The magical safari

Welcome to the magical safari, where your imagination comes to life! In this interactive workshop, children discover the green screen effect. What happens when you suddenly find yourself in the heart of the jungle, the Savannah, or the desert? With creative backgrounds and real-time applied techniques, children dive into fantasy worlds. A fun experience for little explorers, with guaranteed wonders!

For children aged 4 and up

Creativity, arts and aesthetics

Nature playground

The "Natur erliewen" team guides children through the beauty and diversity of our nature and environment. It is about experiencing and understanding nature and the environment together. Children can unleash their creativity and build their own little world using various natural materials.

For children aged 4 and up

Creativity, arts and aesthetics

"Discover robots!" and "Creative upcycling!"

Discover Robots!
Take your first steps in the world of programming and logical thinking. Discover how exciting programming can be! Children start by controlling the robot on the screen and then program it to help it find its way out of a maze.

Creative Upcycling!
Old textiles, originally meant to be thrown away, are transformed into keychains. Children discover how a sewing machine works and can use it to personalise their own keychain.

For children aged 8 and up

Emotions and social relationships Values, participation and democracy

The story of Noah's ark

A wooden ark made from upcycled materials is used with handcrafted animals to talk to children about coexistence and discrimination. Each animal is unique and has different characteristics. A dog may be more liked than a spider, but they all have the same value. Or is one worth more than the other? Through the animals, a parallel can be drawn with humans.

For children aged 6 and up

3 workshops

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Direction générale du secteur de l’enfance, Service de l’éducation et de l’accueil (Department for education and childcare) : Information and drop-off point for the completed quiz

The mission of the department for education and childcare is to promote non-formal education, to provide administrative follow-up and to monitor the development and quality of non-formal education and childcare facilities (Maison relais, parental assistants (childminders), crèches, mini-crèches, foyers de jour, foyers scolaires). The department also monitors and develops the funding system for these facilities (Chèque-service accueil) and manages complaints as well as claims.

Feel free to visit our stand to ask us questions or get more information.

Children who have completed the QUIZ on non-formal education with their parents are invited to come and collect a small gift at our stand.

Service Eltereforum (Parent forums) and BEE SECURE

Parent forums are are welcoming places, where parents are supported and strengthened in every dimension of their parenting.With 9 locations in place, parents now have 9 locations where they can exchange, find information in the form of courses and workshops as well as great activities for parents and children - no matter how old their children are.

This year, a BEE SECURE expert will also be present to answer more specific questions about screen use and parental control.

The Service for Quality Development in Non-Formal Education Sectors and Child and Family Welfare

This service is committed to quality development, supporting institutions in ensuring high-quality care and education that promotes children's well-being and learning. Through close collaboration between the ministry and the professionals, innovative projects are designed to enhance educational practices. The goal is to provide children with a stimulating environment that fosters their curiosity, autonomy, and development. Families can thus rely on well-trained staff and constantly evolving institutions to ensure a safe and enriching setting in which children can thrive.

3 workshops

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Creativity, arts and aesthetics Values, participation and democracy

Craft and Painting Workshop

In this workshop, children can express their creativity by making colorful masks, drawing with chalk, or designing their own badge. This space not only encourages artistic expression, collaboration, and experimentation with different materials but also enables children to freely express their opinions and make them visible in a creative way.

From the age of 3

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Values, participation and democracy

Construction workshop

The children build a jungle world using modular elements and special tools. Through this activity, they develop logical thinking, cooperation, and creativity while discovering real construction techniques. Together, they can decide how to shape their jungle world, share ideas, and create a unique environment.

From the age of 6

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Language, communication and media

Puzzle workshop

In this workshop, children explore the fascinating world of codes and secret messages. They can craft a decoding wheel to decrypt messages and also create and solve other coded riddles. A playful activity that enhances logic, patience, and creativity.

From the age of 8

1 workshop

5
Values, participation and democracy

Democracy Fair

The "Super-Wal-Kiermes" is a fairground stand on the theme of democracy. Three games provide a fun way of learning about democracy :
- Fishing ideas
- Wheel of change
- Let's build together!
The games are supervised by facilitators to encourage both discussion with the participants and personal reflection.

3 workshops

6
Movement, body awareness and health

Moving Through Play – An Adventure in the Movement Container

Inside our movement container, a unique adventure space unfolds, where children can explore new ways of moving, enhance their motor skills, and experiment with creative solutions—all through play. With exciting elements like the floating cloth, a thrilling jungle course, versatile multi-belts, a challenging climbing net, and an airy air tunnel, we invite children to climb, swing, and balance, turning movement into an adventure!

This workshop encourages self-directed learning through movement, fostering coordination, teamwork, and self-confidence. In a safe and supportive environment, children can discover their bodies in new ways, test their own limits, and experience the joy of achievement.

For children aged 3 to 12

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Creativity, arts and aesthetics Movement, body awareness and health

Saturday | The natural craft of felting

With colourful sheep’s wool, olive oil soap, and warm water, we create a felted stone using the wet felting technique. Wet felting is an ancient and natural craft that offers a relaxing experience and slows down the fast pace of everyday life.

It is also a sustainable and environmentally friendly practice. The stones are collected from nature, the sheep’s wool is a renewable raw material, and the olive oil soap is a biodegradable, plant-based soap that cares for the skin while being eco-friendly.

Using natural materials to make things raises children's awareness of the importance of nature and its resources. At the same time, they build their self-confidence by experiencing the joy of making something with their own hands—something they can proudly take home.

This activity is suitable for children from the age of 2

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Sunday | Carving a gnome from a hazel twig

In this hands-on workshop, children will discover the traditional art of whittling as they carve their own gnome from a hazel twig. Step by step, we’ll guide them through the process, transforming a simple piece of wood into a unique, one-of-a-kind creation. Along the way, they’ll have the freedom to unleash their creativity, shaping their gnome’s features to reflect their artistic vision. Once the carving is complete, they can add the finishing touch by painting their gnome, bringing their whimsical character to life!

For children aged 8 to 12

3 workshops

8
Sciences and technology

Dive into a World of Sensations and Experiments!

Dive into a World of Sensations and Experiments! Our sand pool invites children to explore the weight and texture of sand using a variety of fun tools and fun activities.

What is in there :
An exploration table with a balance scale to compare, weigh, and observe weight differences.
Pouring tools – buckets, strainers, spoons, and cups – to experiment with the concept of light and heavy.
Different sand textures (dry, wet) for a rich sensory discovery.

Suggested Experiments:
Pour and transfer: Fill, empty, and compare different quantities to observe weight variations.
Weigh and compare: Test weight differences by placing various sand-filled containers on the balance.
Texture exploration: Play with sifters, strainers, and other tools to feel the difference between dry and wet sand.

Why is it amazing?
Develops fine motor skills
Introduces early scientific concepts about weight and materials
Encourages sensory stimulation and free exploration

A perfect activity to spark curiosity in little explorers while having fun!

For children aged 12 months and older

Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology

The "Interactive Water Wall" offers a fun experience with water.

On a large vertical wall, children can observe the water's journey through pipes, funnels, bottles, and other objects. They can experiment by altering the path, playing with flow rates, or creating different routes. Basins at the base of the wall collect the water.

It’s a fun and durable way to understand water circulation and volumes while exploring different pathways and all the recycled materials.

This activity will help you learn about gravity, volume, and improve your coordination—all this while having a great time!

For children from the age of two

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Sensory Adventure: Let Your Creativity Run Wild with Water, Earth, and Sand!

Welcome to our scientific space dedicated to sensory discoveries! Here, experimentation reigns: choose your materials, mix them, and observe how they interact to create unique textures and colours.

Materials available:
• Three transparent containers (one for each substance)
• Pipettes and colorants to turn water into a palette of colours
• Small cups, spoons, and funnels for transferring and measuring

Suggested experiments:

Mix and Discover: What happens when you add water to sand? And to earth?
Colour Experimentation: Add colorant to water and watch the surprising transformations!
Measure & Compare: Discover how each substance reacts based on the amount poured and compare the results.

This activity not only develops fine motor skills, but also sparks scientific curiosity by allowing free exploration of the properties of these three essential elements. Come and experience a sensory adventure full of surprises and creativity!

For children from the age of two

2 workshops

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Language, communication and media Sciences and technology

Saturday 17 May : Music workshop

Here, children can sing along, discover new songs, and experiment with different instruments.

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Sunday 18 May : Arts and craft workshop : Making a wax pendant

Children pour the hot wax from lit candles into a mould. The mould is then placed in a bowl of cold water, where the wax hardens and takes the shape of a pendant. Children can also use coloured candles to create a personalised and unique pendant.
For ages 4 to 12

1 workshop

10
Language, communication and media

The Bibliobus-CJF

The Bibliobus-CJF, a resource center, supports parents in fostering their children’s language development. As the primary facilitators of language learning, parents play a crucial role in this process. Every daily moment—whether during meals, playtime, or walks—offers an opportunity to communicate, tell stories, and expand vocabulary. Simple and practical strategies help promote multilingualism and support children’s early language development.

For children aged 0 to 4

2 workshops

11
Language, communication and media

Domino

Language: An Essential Tool for Your Child’s FutureBy playing DOMINO, parents discover in a fun way the concept of SEA and the importance of language in their child's development. A high level of language competence enhances expression, comprehension, and academic success.To enrich vocabulary and stimulate oral expression, simply engage in conversation with the child: ask open-ended questions, tell stories, and sing songs. Gestures, miming, and intonations make learning more dynamic. These methods are easy to incorporate into daily life, making learning natural and enjoyable.

For children aged 6 to 12

Language, communication and media

Memory

By playing the educational Memory game, where one card shows a picture and the other a text, parents explore how language develops in children. This activity illustrates SEA’s approach, based on intuitive learning and play. It demonstrates how these interactions expand vocabulary and support cognitive development. Parents thus gain a better understanding of our educational approach, which focuses on natural learning.

For children aged 4 to 6

5 workshops

12
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Values, participation and democracy

"Recycle Art"

In this workshop inspired by Arno Stern's Painting Game, discover art in a free and intuitive form. Using wall panels made from recycled objects, the workshop encourages children to explore textures, colours, and shapes while raising their ecological awareness. A unique artistic experience designed to increase free expression and self-confidence.

For ages 2 and up

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Ceramics workshop

In this workshop, children develop their fine motor skills by creating everyday objects in ceramics. Each participant can customize his creation, stimulating his creativity and focus. This workshop supports personal expression, creativity, and the awareness of craft techniques, while emphasizing the sustainable aspect of their production.

For ages 4 and up

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Nature’s Treasures

Give your children a creative and educational experience to raise awareness about nature conservation. Using dried wildflowers, they will create unique items while discovering the importance of preserving our biodiversity. This workshop combines creativity, environmental respect, and ecological awareness, teaching children in a playful way how to respect and cherish the beauty of the nature around us.

For ages 2 and up

Emotions and social relationships Transitions

The Multilingual Emotions Workshop

This space offers you a moment of calm and parent-child bonding focused on well-being and on strengthening efficient emotional mediation. Explore our multilingual educational tools designed to ease children’s emotional management and learn how to integrate them into your family environment.

For children aged 0 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Movement, body awareness and health Transitions

Exploring movement

This workshop combines physical activity including an obstacle course and a reflection part, encouraging children to work with their peers.Through dynamic games, they develop their strategic thinking, communication and cooperation skills.It's a fun way to stimulate thinking while moving, building self-confidence and team spirit.

For ages 4 and up

7 workshops

13
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships

Craft, Shake, Observe, Learn

Create your own unique sensory bottles with your family! Combine tiny elements—beads, ribbons, pom-poms, or even coloured sand—with water to craft a beautiful sensory bottle to take home.

From 4 months

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships

Together, Let’s Make It Bloom!

Each leaf and flower added to this tree symbolizes a dream, a wish, or a joyful moment. Add your own splash of colour and help our collective tree grow!

From 4 months

Creativity, arts and aesthetics

The Sensory Garden

What if we explored spring in a whole new way? Immerse your hands in a world of textures, scents, and colours for a sensory journey into the heart of flower season!

From 6 months

Creativity, arts and aesthetics

Saturday | 10 AM – 2 PM : The Flower Factory

Flowers don’t just grow in gardens… they bloom at your fingertips too! Come craft your own flowers, design a floral bracelet, and explore many other creative activities.

From 3 years

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Saturday | 2 PM – 6 PM : The Creative Lab

Coloured slime, fascinating experiments, and a dash of creativity… This workshop is all about mixing, transforming, and inventing while having fun! Try out amazing materials and take home your very own creations.

From 2 years

Creativity, arts and aesthetics

Sunday | 10 AM – 2 PM : The Playful Palette

Paint with unusual, natural tools, explore sensory pockets filled with surprising textures, and invent your own decorations. A world of colours and sensations awaits!

From 4 months

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Sunday | 2 PM – 6 PM : The Nature & Painting Workshop

From building a bird feeder to experimenting with painting techniques or creating floral artworks, the choice is yours! Try one or more activities and leave with a beautiful keepsake.

From 3 years


1 workshop

14
Movement, body awareness and health

The TOTO Bus and its 2025 Tour: "Colorful Plates, Colorful Lives"

The TOTO Bus and its 2025 Tour: "Colorful Plates, Colorful Lives" focuses on children's nutrition and well-being. Through the Tasting Lab, an interactive and sensory space, children explore nutrition, discover new flavors, and become more aware of their eating habits. A fun and immersive approach to spark curiosity, encourage balanced choices, and raise awareness of the benefits of a healthy and varied diet!

For children aged 4 to 12




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3 workshops

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Emotions and social relationships Movement, body awareness and health

Dare to Challenge Yourself!

Whether it's crawling through a dark tunnel, feeling for an object in shallow water, finding your way in an unfamiliar space, or singing on stage in front of an audience, all of these activities require courage and the ability to push past your limits!

Ages 6 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Language, communication and media Values, participation and democracy

What is Courage?

In the dome-shaped tent, children and their parents can reflect together on the meaning of courage and express their thoughts using a typewriter.

The finished pieces will reveal the many ideas that arise when exploring this theme. Perhaps this will also help us and our children to trust ourselves more in everyday life!?

Ages 7-100

Emotions and social relationships Movement, body awareness and health

Ready, Set, Go!

Whether it’s balancing on a rope, walking on stilts, or jumping off a diving board, each challenge takes courage to take the leap!

3 workshops

17
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships Movement, body awareness and health

LEGO® challenge

The first workshop is a Lego challenge featuring large Lego bricks. Children will have the opportunity to replicate figures and artwork from an image, which was created in advance with the children at our education and childcare facilities.

Additionally, children will have the freedom to build and create their own designs, using around 300 giant Lego bricks.

For children aged 3 to 12

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Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships Movement, body awareness and health

Movement landscape

For the little ones, we will set up a movement landscape with mats, cushions, tunnels, and visual and auditory stimuli. A small tent will welcome the children at the end of the activity, where they can explore a variety of sensory stimuli. The children will be free to move around, explore, and rest if they feel the need.

For children aged 0 to 12

1 workshop

19
Emotions and social relationships Language, communication and media Movement, body awareness and health

Funfair (Kiermes) games

In this workshop, children will take part in cooperative games such as parachute games or the Fröbel Tower, as well as well-known funfair games. These games have been created over the past few months by the children in our structures during woodworking and construction workshops.

They will have the chance to try out various fun activities, including target shooting, ball striking on the analogue Super Mario game, duck fishing, and many more.

For children aged 3 to 12.

6 workshops

20
Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology

Snoezelen multisensory workshop

This workshop gives parents and children the opportunity to awaken their senses.

A "Snoezelen tent" will be set up and it is designed to create a space for you to let go and stimulate your senses. You will find a range of fabrics in different colours and textures, a massage kit, balls, sensory bottles and more.

Empathy dolls are also available for everyone to play with.

For children aged 0 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships

Creative workshop

Give free rein to your creativity. Our creative table, which you may use, features a number of items such as fairly standard craft materials, elements from nature, a mirror, as well as and instructions such as "Represent your mum/dad/granny...".

From 2/3 years old

Language, communication and media Sciences and technology

Exploring art

Books, paintings, objects: come and discover or rediscover famous works of art, while having fun!

For children aged 0 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Movement, body awareness and health

Physical expression space

In our dedicated space for children's body expression, movement becomes a true artistic language!
Inspired by famous works of art, children explore their creativity through dance, mime, and physical play.

For children aged 0 to 12

Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology

Free building

Unleash your creativity using a variety of construction materials!

1 workshop

21
Sciences and technology

Nature Exhibition

What if you could see nature through the unique perspective of your child? Come and admire their stunning photos showcasing the magic of the seasons and the ever-changing world through their eyes. An inspiring and moving journey awaits you aboard our Aktiv'Bus!

For all ages

1 workshop

22
Emotions and social relationships

Welcome to a World of Exploration and Discovery

Share a special moment with your child, filled with sensory discoveries. Lights, sounds, and tactile sensations await you, awakening the senses and sparking the imagination.
Enjoy this unique experience to strengthen your bond and unleash your creativity together.

For children aged 0 to 2

3 workshops

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Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology Values, participation and democracy

Journey Around the World

The globe at your fingertips: dive into a fun-filled adventure and explore the cultures of the world through interactive games. Let yourself be amazed as you embark on this journey!

This activity allows children to open up to different cultures, broaden their knowledge, and develop a better understanding of the world.

By discovering the cultures of the world, children and families also leave their mark: through their collaboration and contributions, they enrich our globe with their ideas, making our world more vibrant and colorful.

For children of all ages




Language, communication and media

My Language, "My Words," My Roots

Parents and children can translate the message "There's no place like home" into their own languages together. Everyone is free to add other words based on their preferences, interests, and inspiration.

The goal of this workshop is to celebrate all the languages spoken by children. Every language is unique: it expresses our identity, helps us discover the world, and encourages openness to others.

Ultimately, language allows every human being to communicate, build relationships, and interact with their surroundings and community.

Help us create a wall that speaks all the languages of the world!

For children aged 6-7 and above

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

World Builders

The creative corner inspires every child to use their own initiative and create different buildings, passports, flags, drawings, and characters from around the world.

Through this workshop, children can discover the wonders of our planet in a fun and engaging way.

The aim is to explore and appreciate the most beautiful and surprising aspects of our world.

For children of all ages

2 workshops

24
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology

Sensory workshop : explore, create, touch and thrive !

Your child will explore four sensory bins: recycling with Orbeez, letter discovery in sand, gardening with beans and stones imitating water, and colour exploration with lentils and gemstones. Each bin is designed to spark curiosity and stimulate their sense of touch, sight, and imagination.

This immersive activity nurtures your child's creativity while refining their motor and cognitive skills. By handling different materials and engaging with various themes, they develop sorting, exploration, and reasoning skills, while also enhancing their independence and creativity. A fun and educational experience to boost their observation, thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

This activity is suitable for all ages. However, for younger children, the presence of an adult is recommended to guide them in their exploration and ensure they do not put the elements in their mouths.

For children aged 0 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Movement, body awareness and health

The flowing water course: experience science in action

Give your child a fun and educational experience with our interactive water course! Through this sensory and scientific game, they will be able to manipulate water, observe its flow, and experiment with movement through various obstacles. This activity stimulates curiosity, motor skills, and thinking while introducing them to the basics of water physics in an engaging and accessible way. A wonderful opportunity to learn through play!

This activity is suitable for all ages, with progressive levels of exploration for younger children and also for older ones.

For children aged 0 to 12

4 workshops

26
Movement, body awareness and health Sciences and technology

Explore Nature with All Your Senses

This exciting activity invites children and parents to discover nature with all their senses, in a fun and engaging way. They will have the opportunity to experience different natural textures, such as leaves, bark, or stones, by touching them with their hands or feet. Through this experience, they will learn to appreciate the diversity of nature in a new way and become more aware of their environment.

For children aged 0 to 12 years.

Movement, body awareness and health

SOS in the forest

"SOS in the Forest" is an educational activity where children learn how to behave correctly in emergency situations in the forest. Under supervision, they learn to recognise injuries, apply first aid measures, and respond appropriately in case of an emergency.

The children practise essential skills such as applying bandages, identifying dangers, and calling for help.

This activity not only strengthens self-confidence but also encourages a responsible attitude towards potential emergencies in nature.

For children aged 7 to 12

Creativity, arts and aesthetics Sciences and technology

Get creative

"Get Creative" is a fun crafting activity that allows children to develop their imagination using natural materials. They collect leaves, branches, stones, and other objects found in nature and transform them into creative works of art.

This activity encourages children to express their own creativity, strengthen their fine motor skills, and develop a better understanding of the natural environment.


For children aged 2 to 12

Sciences and technology

I keep nature clean

"I keep nature clean" is an educational activity where children learn the importance of disposing of their waste properly. They learn what belongs in which bin - from paper and plastic waste to organic waste - and why littering is harmful to the environment.

Through this activity, children develop environmental awareness and actively contribute to protecting and keeping their natural surroundings clean.

For children aged 3 to 12