4th & 5th May 2024
at Neimënster
4 and 5 May 2024 at Neumünster Abbey
The Children's Festival, 4 and 5 May, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Parents and their children are invited to take part in 74 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
Independent play space and learning opportunities
"Play is the highest form of research." Albert Einstein
At the centre of AGORA court at Neumünster Abbey, we are inviting you to come and discover, explore and discuss one of the key elements in a child's learning process: play. We will be at your side, using specially adapted facilities and teaching materials, so that you can observe and share your child's enthusiasm when he or she is playing.
For children aged 0 to 12
Exploring light and shadow
In the vaulted room, adjacent to the AGORA, you are invited to play with your children and use various "extraordinary" materials from the Formida Centre run by the arcus a.s.b.l., and to explore their close and aesthetic relationships with light and shadow.
For children aged 3 to 12
Saturday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm: Let's be creative!
Let's express our creativity by making the most of everything nature has to offer. Our workshop will enable children and their parents to develop their sense of aesthetics, reusing the materials provided as often as they like.
For children aged 2 to 12
Saturday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm: Let's express ourselves!
Whether it is through a story, a book, puppets, etc., let us be guided by what this moment inspires in us. A time for sharing and getting to know each other.
For children aged 0 to 12
Saturday, 1.30pm to 6pm: Let your imagination run wild!
Take a moment to unleash your creative spirit and create a work of art that only lasts for a short amount of time, using well-defined materials.
For children aged 2 to 12
Saturday, 1.30pm to 6pm: Overcome the language barrier.
By associating letters to everyday objects, you will be guided in a playful way so as to familiarise yourself with the languages spoken around you!
For children aged 2 to 12
Sunday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm: What would my puppet look like?
Using a pencil, scissors and paper, let's imagine what your shadow puppet would look like. Would it look like a character? Or an object? Or more like a monster? ... It's up to you to create it by giving free rein to your imagination.
For children aged 4 to 12
Sunday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm: My shadow puppet comes to life!
Once I've created my shadow puppet, I can use it in a theatre performance along with the other puppets created by my friends.
For children aged 2 to 12
Sunday at 11.30am: Kamishibai
A story is told simultaneously in French and Portuguese.
For children aged 2 to 12
Sunday, 10.00 am to 1.30 pm: Let them express their boundless imagination.
By using materials that inspire us to express our boundless imagination, we can create or change things endlessly.
For children aged 2 to 12
Sunday, 1.30pm to 6pm: Light, storytelling and children's theatre.
Will we be able to go on a journey through fantastical worlds by using using light, storytelling and children's theatre?
For children aged 2 to 12
4 workshops
Natural playground
The "Discover Nature" activity guides groups of children and young people through the fascinating beauty and diversity of our nature and environment.
It's about discovering nature and the environment together, understanding them and taking action to protect them.
When children visit our stand, they can get creative and build their own little world using a variety of natural materials.
Children aged 3 to 12
Balance
We offer children and young people the chance to train on different sports equipment and test their sense of balance and coordination in a fun way.
Children aged 4 to 12
Stop motion and film tricks
Experience the media - Mediafactory
Participants can experiment with the stop-motion technique and immerse themselves in the world of cinematic trickery when attending this workshop.
Children aged 5 to 12
The story of Noah's ark
Animals made from recycled materials will be used to talk to children about discrimination and living together in a diverse society.
Each animal is unique, with its own needs, talents and characteristics. Some of them we don't like. But they are all equal. The dog is man's faithful friend, and is certainly more popular than the spider, which plays a key role in ecosystems. These observations about animals can be transposed to human beings, because they too are not all the same. Is one human being more important than another? The children will try to find an answer to this question by reflecting on their behaviour in scenarios such as :
If you had a choice, which animal would you bring on the ark, which animals would you choose and which would you leave on the shore?
Children aged 4 to 12
5 workshops
Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Draw a character, a workshop led by Andy Genen – illustrator
Audience: children aged 8 to 12 years
Two 30-minute workshops in Luxembourgish, French, German, English.
Places are limited to 15 children per session.
The children will learn to create and draw their own character.
Saturday and Sunday 12.00-13.00: Draw your tree house with Sasha and Flint. Workshop led by Sandra Martins, illustrator.
Children draw and colour their version of a tree house based on a pre-drawn/cut-out element (a window).
Children aged 4 to 8
Limited to 15 children
Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. : A story for children about movement presented by FUNDAMENTALS TEAM LËTZEBUERG
Physical activities for children and parents and listening to extracts from the storybook about a series of heroes written by Guy Helminger.
Children aged 6 to 12
Saturday and Sunday 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm : "Verdruddelt" and "Zerknujelt Geschichten" : Book reading and workshop with Marc Weydert, the author of these stories.
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships Language, communication and media Values, participation and democracySaturday and Sunday 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm : Multilingual readings, workshops and kamishibai organised by Il était une fois... a.s.b.l.
Click on number 5 for a full description of the programme.
Saturday 4 May, from 3 p.m. up to 3.40 p.m. : Interactive storytime session for children (3+) in English
Free interactive storytime session for children
From 3 p.m. up to 3.40 p.m.
Age: 3 years old and plus
Language : English
Workshop run by Fiona
"What stories will we find in the magic bag today? Come and read a selection of classic English stories. Discover some rhymes, lift some flaps and dive into a world of stories. Will we read? Will we sing? It depends what you pull out of the bag!"
Sabato 4 maggio dalle 15.45 alle 16.25 : Laboratorio interrativo per bambini (3+) in italiano condoto da Giusy
Laboratorio interrativo per bambini (3+) condoto da Giusy
Lingua: italiano
Libro: cosa fanno i dinosauri quando è ora dei capricci?
Autore Yolen
Samedi 4 mai de 16h30 à 17h00 : Atelier Kamishibaï en français pour enfants pour enfants (2 ans et plus) animé par Éric
Atelier Kamishibaï en français pour enfants
Langue: français
Animateur: Éric
Zébulon le dragon
A l'école des dragons, Zébulon est l'élève le plus enthousiaste. Mais aussi... le moins habile. Réussira-t-il à capturer une princesse ? Une école pas comme les autres, un dragon pas comme les autres.
Histoire écrite par Julia Donaldson et illustrée par Axel Scheffler.
Dimanche 5 mai de 15h à 15h40 : Workshop de leitura interativa para crianças liderada por Catarina
Workshop de leitura interativa para crianças liderada por Catarina
Idade de leitura: a partir dos 3 anos.
Língua: Português
4 histoires en chanson
Dimanche 5 mai de 15h45 à 16h25 : Taller en español para niños en español dirigida por Almudena ( 3 años +)
Taller en español para niños dirigida por Almudena ( 3 años +)
Dimanche 4 mai
Heure : De 15h45 à 16h25
Langue espagnole
Plusieurs histoires ou chansons tirées au sort
La leyenda del maíz; Leyenda del hilo rojo del destino; Kamshout y el otoño; Leyenda del Olentzero; Leyenda de la yerba mate; El Caleuche ...
Dimanche 5 mai de 16h30 à 17h : Atelier Kamishibaï en langue luxembourgeoise
Atelier Kamishibaï en langue luxembourgeoise
Early music workshop
Our young musicians will be offered a range of activities including rhythm tapping, listening to music, playing instruments and playing in a mini orchestra. Parents can accompany their children during this fun and enriching activity.
For children aged 3 to 6
Show "The dolphin"
Set off on a fabulous adventure with Captain Abigaëlle and her crew: Will they safely return to port, despite heavy winds and drought?
For children aged 4 to 10
Show "The dancer"
The curtain comes down and Calypso, the dancer, is sad. She doesn't want the show to end. So she sets off in search of simple pleasures. Who will help her in her quest?
For children aged 4 to 10
Storytelling "Princess Skadi's snow-covered fields"
A philosophical tale...
Between Viking attacks and heartbreak, King Armandino shows tenacity and courage to keep his philosophy of happiness intact!
For children aged 7 to 12
Dance workshop
Learn to dance while having fun.
For children aged 3 to 7
5 workshops
Street games
Who knows how to jump rope, to French skip, or to play hopscotch?
From age 6
Games to be played in the forest
Who likes to play with materials found in the forest? Who dares to balance on a tree trunk and jump over a stream?
From age 3
Role play
Who has the courage to put themselves in someone else's shoes? To become big, small, tough, noble or just plain cool!
Ages 6 to 12
Games using natural and everyday materials
Who wants to try using unusual cutlery or utensils to catch, fill, pour, or balance different materials on a spoon to test their skill?
Ages 3 to 10
Walking act
Mrs Winnipott appears spontaneously, out of nowhere, with her little daughter Coco and challenges our existence ...
Ages 0 to 99
Saturday 5 May 2024 : Music workshop
Creative exploration and composing using different musical instruments, sounds and songs.
3 to 12 years old
Sunday 5 May 2024 : Craft workshop
Workshop pedagogy based on two examples: Mini "Buergbrennen" and soapstone workshop.
4 to 12 years old
Read and discover emotions
The Bibliobus, with its cosy, welcoming space in front of the bus, is opening its doors and will focus on the theme of emotions. Children can choose books from a selection of books on feelings and emotions, and they can read and explore them for as long as they like. The pictures and illustrations will introduce them to a whole range of emotions and give them the chance to discuss them.
Artistic emotions
The "Artistic Emotions" workshop is a fun way for young and old alike to explore the theme of emotions. Behind a Plexiglas partition, one person mimes emotions. The person in front of him/her traces those emotions using different colours and giving free rein to their creativity. Children and their parents will also be able to decipher several emotions and name them. Everyone is different, and everyone expresses their emotions in their own way.
One emotion - many faces
Are feelings of joy, fear, sadness or curiosity visible and can they be captured on camera? Our photo workshop will introduce children to different expressions they can try and reproduce in a fun and interactive way. They will select emotions depicted/drawn on a board and try to represent them before capturing them on camera. The older children will step into the shoes of a director and guide the children, giving them pointers to help them reflect the emotions they have chosen.
2 workshops
City builders
What does your dream city look like? What would you like to find there? Do you ever get bored in the city? What would you change about your city?
Children can build their own imaginary town by creating a model and letting their imagination run wild!
It's a place where anything is possible and where play is omnipresent. Feel free to invent the craziest city. No explanation is necessary for this imaginative escape, suitable for all ages.
Children can use all sorts of materials to create their model.
Let your imagination run wild!
Building is child's play! Every participant is a winner.
Children aged 4 to 12
Let's chill!
Tired of building? Come and relax in our chill-out corner and learn more about the city and the secrets of its main attractions. Various quizzes for all ages invite children to take up the challenge!
Books and photos are available to help them find the answers to the riddles.
Learning is child's play! Every participant is a winner.
Children aged 4 to 12
3 workshops
Eltereforum photo booth
Parents and their children can take their photo together. The photo will be printed instantly.
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Language, communication and mediaReading together, creating and listening
Parents and children will discover the art of storytelling by attending uur "Reading together, creating and listening" workshop. We will bring along a selection of books that can be read in various ways, with or without using materials. How would you like to create a story? Bring your ideas and we will try to make them happen together!
The reading workshop will take place on Saturday at 14:30 and 15:30.
Discover family games
Parents and their children will discover games that require no equipment and in which both children and parents can play an active role. These games can be played at home, outdoors or on long journeys.
3 workshops
Food: a sensory expedition
This interactive workshop focuses on the senses: hearing, smell, taste, touch and sight. Children explore different fruits and spices to learn more about their senses, for example by examining foods and their textures, smells, sounds and tastes. The diversity of these sensory experiences stimulates curiosity and creativity and motivates them to experiment with these materials. Next, the children are invited to prepare an iced tea, learning at the same time about the origins of the ingredients and how to combine their senses to make a delicious drink.
Sensory games and making you own iced tea : schedule for Saturday 4 May and Sunday 5 May 2024
10:30 – 11:00
11:15 – 11:45
12:00 – 12:30
13:30 – 14:00
14:15 – 14:45
15:00 – 15:30
15:45 – 16:15
16:30 – 17:00
17:15 – 17:45
Indiana Jos
This workshop gives children an exciting introduction to the world of computing. In this interactive workshop, children learn the basics of programming using age-appropriate software such as Scratch, a visual programming programme that allows them to create stories, games and animations. The workshop encourages creative thinking, systematic problem solving and the ability to work as part of a team. Experienced educators teach children to develop their own projects, from idea to completion, with an emphasis on the fun of discovery and learning. No prior knowledge of computers is required. Safety and a positive learning environment are guaranteed to stimulate children's digital skills in a fun way.
Programming workshop : schedule for Saturday 4 May and Sunday 5 May 2024
10:30 – 11:00
11:30 – 12:00
12:30 – 13:00
13:30 – 14:00
14:30 – 15:00
15:30 – 16:00
16:30 – 17:00
17:30 – 18:00
Getting active, having fun
This workshop stimulates motor skills in a fun and motivating way. Using light sensors that flash and emit different colours, children can test their responsiveness. Games with everyday materials stimulate their imagination and creativity. Different ball games, inspired by football, allow children to develop their coordination. Dance emphasises a sense of rhythm, and children can express their creativity in a musical way. Thanks to the committed sports coordinators and the many opportunities for movement, the children enjoy a motivating atmosphere and have fun getting active.
BlazePods workshop : schedule for Saturday 4 May
10:30 – 11:00
11:30 – 12:00
12:30 – 13:00
13:30 – 14:00
"Games using everyday materials" : schedule for Saturday 4 May
14:30 – 15:00
15:30 – 16:00
16:30 – 17:00
17:30 – 18:00
"Ball games inspired by football" : Schedule for Sunday 5 May 2024
10:30 – 11:00
11:30 – 12:00
12:30 – 13:00
13:30 – 14:00
Dance workshop : Schedule for Sunday 5 May 2024
14:30 – 15:00
15:30 – 16:00
16:30 – 17:00
17:30 – 18:00
2 workshops
Sensory exploration
The workshop offers an immersive experience in a completely dark environment, giving participants a unique opportunity to perceive the world through their senses other than sight. The workshop is designed to raise awareness of the day-to-day reality of people with sight-related problems and to encourage further sensory exploration.
Inclusion and participation
Educational workshops using simulation glasses will aim to raise awareness of inclusion situations for children with sight-related needs. Through interactive activities and games, we offer extraordinary experiences.
Astronomy workshop using LEGO® blocks
This astronomy workshop gives children the opportunity to use their imagination and creativity to build their own models, or to create something by following instructions. The activities are suited to their age and parents can take part in the activities.
From the age of three
Innovative "Music and Languages" workshop
This workshop provides two activities tailored to specific age groups. Younger children will discover the English language through games and music. Older children can partake in an exclusive workshop where they can create their own melody while learning how to code!
From birth for the musical language workshop
From the age of 1 for the music creation workshop
"Concentration and cycling" workshop
This innovative experiment will allow children to carry out an artistic activity whilst riding a bike. Parents can join this exercise.
From the age of four
All about bees!
This workshop gives children the opportunity to discover why bees are so important for the environment and the benefits of honey. Several creative workshops, tailored around bees and honey will be organised. Children can take home what they make!
From the age of 1
Snoezelen "Star gazing" workshop
This workshop invites children to discover the mysteries of the universe by immersing themselves in the dark to observe the details of a beautiful starry night. A relaxing environment for both children and parents.
From birth
Nature, a source of sensations and discoveries
Nature at the heart of learning. By attending our workshop, children and parents will be able to discover the earth and its benefits. Smelling, touching, manipulating, learning to plant seeds, using gardening tools, looking after plants... They will make so many discoveries!
Seeds and compost are provided and each child will be able to choose what they plant in their own personalised pot.
For children aged 18 months and older
Nature, a source of sensory and scientific exploration
Wouldn't it be great if we discovered science and nature using all of our senses? Scientific tables made of natural and recycled materials, created by children, will provide the youngest visitors with an opportunity to explore our environment, such as the sea and land. Let's manipulate different materials, objects and elements (solid, liquid, soft), using touch, sight, smell and hearing.
For children aged 6 months and older
Sensory containers : biotopes and decanting
Learn more about the plants and animals (flora and fauna) by manipulating objects and textures! Sensory containers are fantastic learning tools for developing young children's sensory and fine motor skills. What's more, creating biotopes from natural elements collected during walks helps to raise children's awareness of the need to protect our planet's ecosystems.
For children aged 18 months and older
1 workshop
Create your own world - Tell your stories
The aim of our workshop is to encourage children to create their own world/universe. The stand invites children to create their own little world, using a range of abstract materials. The adults trust the children to be conscientious builders. They trust the children to make their own decisions and offer help only when needed. Adults respect their children's ideas and write them down.
5 workshops
"Fundus"
We will set up a place called "Fundus", where children will find lots of clothes and fancy dress accessories, a screen and an unbreakable mirror. Once dressed up and looking their best, they can have their photo taken. The black and white photos will be printed on colouring paper and each child will be given his or her photo. Once the child has taken off his or her disguise, he or she can move on to the next workshop.
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Language, communication and mediaI make my own book
This workshop gives children the opportunity to colour their photo and stick it on the first page of the book "The Adventures of Little Rosch" where it says "This book belongs to...". On the other hand, they can also choose to make a photo frame from recycled or natural materials.
When printed, the book will have extra pages, so that the children can continue to write or draw their adventures.
My mouse
Children make their own Rosch mouse from recycled or natural materials.
Game: the adventures of Rosch the mouse
In this game, the children move from one workshop to another, following in the footsteps of “Rosch the mouse”. To create the track, we will fill large, flat, wooden boxes with different materials, such as straw in which the children can look for stones, and also perhaps a box filled with large stones on which the children can walk.
Creativity, arts and aesthetics Emotions and social relationships Language, communication and mediaDiscovering and experiencing books
The children enrolled at our education and childcare facilities are currently inventing and creating a story that will be the main topic of our stand. In the middle of our tents, there will be a papier-mâché "Waldsofa" (a "forest" sofa). The children will gather there to discover the story and act it out using different materials.
All the other activities offered at our stand will be based on this story, which the children will be able to explore in greater depth.
These activities are not yet defined at this stage, because the story is not yet finished, but they are part of a sustainable development approach. With the exception of the paint and glue we will be using (if necessary), we won't be buying any other materials as we will be using items we've collected, such as toilet paper rolls, pine cones, straw, egg cartons, etc.
There will be a cosy corner in the minibus where children can go to read and discover other books.
Parents are cordially invited to take part in all the activities.
To show parents how important play is for children, we will be creating banners about play and the importance of play. Information will also be given on how to support children's play.
6 workshops
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 of sight and touch. Various fabrics in different colours and different textures, a massage kit, balls, sensory bottles, “blind boxes” will be available in the tent to sharpen the senses.
Empathy dolls, a staple of the space, will also be at everyone’s disposal.
For children aged 0 to 12
Co-construction workshop
Parents and their children will be encouraged to take up a number of challenges together:
Kaplas = build the tallest tower in 30 seconds
Polydrons = reproduce a model house as quickly as possible
As soon as the child wants to take part in the activity or from the age of 2.
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
Communication workshop
The child writes a word on a slate, in his or her native language, then traces the word (with his or her finger) on his or her parent's back. The parent then tries to decipher the word and writes it on the slate.
As an alternative for younger children: draw a picture on the slate, then draw it on your parent's back using your finger. Your parent then writes what he or she thinks is drawn on the slate.
As soon as the child can or knows how to write one or more words, and even earlier if the child prefers to draw.
Agility workshop
Agility workshop
The child holds a spoon in which a small ball is placed and then competes with her parent to try and reach the finish line.
as soon as the child can walk.
Voting boxes
Once they have taken part in all the workshops, both the child and his or her parents can vote for their favourite workshop.
1 box for the parents -> insert 1 token
1 box for the children -> insert 1 token
The eco-friendly house
A child-sized house, designed from recycled materials, where children can invite their parents and spend quality time together. You can relax in the living room, or spend time together in the kitchen!
Ages 18 months+
Giant wolf game
An oversized version of a cooperative game on the theme of "Let's take a walk in the woods". A fun game with simple rules, which encourages children to join forces with their parents to beat the wolf! Hurry! Be quick! You've got to collect things before the wolf is fully dressed, otherwise ... he will eat you!
From age 2
"What do you need to be happy?" a workshop for reflection and creative expression
As part of the Children's Festival, UP_Foundation will be hosting a workshop for personal reflection and creative expression called "The Idea Tree". The workshop is for children aged 4 to 12.
Using our patchwork tree, children are invited to answer the question "What do you need to be happy?".
Children can write and color their answers on sheets of paper (in the shape of a leaf), which are then hung in the tree's crown.
Come along to the neimënster forecourt, where our team will welcome you in a family atmosphere and a unique environment.
1, 2, 3 - Let's draw diversity !
In this open workshop, children and adults are invited to draw diversity by following different instructions. Together we will reflect the results in a shared discussion. Our stand also features a dedicated reading area.
Upcycling, creations made from recycled materials
Workshop run by the Lintgen Education and Childcare Service for schoolchildren (SEAS)
This workshop focuses on upcycling and encourages parents to take part in the activities with their children.
In the run-up to the festival, the various materials will be collected by parents and other partners (local authorities, businesses, etc.), taken to the SEAS in Lintgen and upcycled during the festival.
For children aged 6 to 10
Upcycling for young children
Workshop run by the SEAJ Kannervilla Bertrange & SEAJ Stadtbredimus :
- Building an insect hotel
- Making a lava lamp from PET plastic bottles
- Making a vase from rubber boots
For children aged 0 to 4
Exhibition and inauguration of a home-made fun fair
Workshop run by the Reckange-sur-Mess education and care service for schoolchildren (SEAS):
In the education and care service for schoolchildren (SEAS), fairground games have been designed and built by the children using a variety of materials.
The games include duck fishing, archery, mini-golf, Plinko, Viking chess and more.
Families will be able to try out several of these games, and the selection will be complemented by talking walls and photographic material.
For children aged 4 to 12
Table football and urban gardening
Workshop run by the Medernach education and childcare service (SEAS):
The theme of this stand is the European Championship, which takes place in Germany in June, and families will be making a table football out of a shoebox, or games of skill.
Another workshop will involve urban gardening and the creation of large and small raised beds.
Families can take the small beds home and use them there. As for the large raised beds, those will be permanently installed in front of the education and care services (SEA) in the municipalities.
For children aged 4 to 12
Creative workshop organised by Hariko and exhibition
Saturday 4 May in the afternoon : Exhibition and creative workshop organised by Hariko :
In 2023, Hariko focused on the theme of up-cycling and there will be an exhibition on this theme at our stand. An artist will be leading a workshop for children and parents on Saturday afternoon.
The workshop is aimed primarily at children and young people aged 10 and over.
Smoothie Bikes
You can see the fruit blending as you pedal the bikes.