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Story Time Online

The Chalk Rainbow

Wednesday 4 October 2023
11:00am – 12:00pm AEDT
Live online
The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones
The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones

Bookings essential - free

This free program will be delivered using Zoom.

Book now

Celebrate difference and diversity by listening to a reading of The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones. After hearing this story about Zane who has Autism, you’ll have the chance to make a colourful creative response.

This program is for children aged 4 to 10 years with their grown up. With Auslan interpretation.

Some suggested materials to have prepared:

  • Thick white paper
  • Cotton wool balls, white tissue paper or white wadding
  • Coloured ribbons, strips of paper or fabric
  • Yarn or string
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • Staples
  • Hole punch

This program is made possible with funds donated by Tim Fairfax AC.

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Access information

This program is Auslan interpreted.

Make a booking and the Gallery will email you details on how to connect with us using Zoom.

For access support or other ways to book please email [email protected] or phone 02 6102 7070 prior to your visit.

The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones
The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones
The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones
The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones

Story Time

The Chalk Rainbow

Wednesday 27 September

Celebrate difference and diversity by listening to a reading of The Chalk Rainbow by Deborah Kelly and Gwynneth Jones. After hearing this story about Zane who has Autism, you’ll have the chance to make a colourful creative response.
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