Macao' s annual celebration of illustrated wonder unfolds the "Forest Carnival" theme ushering in a captivating trove of numerous picture books, children's literature. Lectures and interactive workshops invite readers to immerse themselves in the imaginative process, cultivating a deeper appreciation for the narratives and artistry that give life to these enchanted realms. As pages turn and stories unfold, this crossroads of Chinese and Portuguese creative vision promises to inspire wonder and foster a lifelong love of picture book magic.
Outreach Activities (registration)
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Lecture
2024/10/26
The House of Macao Literature
| Date | Time | Lecturer | Theme | Content | Language |
| 2024/10/26 (Sat) | 11:00 - 12:30 | Elizabete Neves | Emotions illustration, Emotions Experienced in Reading and Dynamic Exploration of the Book The Skein of Emotions. | The session focuses on the reading and exploration of the book The Skein of Emotions. Using active, participatory dynamics and collective reflection, the author will explore the potential of the book in a practical way. This workshop invites participants to dive into the world of emotions, untangling threads and discovering ways to tap into “The Skein of Emotions” to help our children develop their Emotional Intelligence. | Portuguese (Consecutive interpretation will be provided) |
| 2024/10/26 (Sat) | 15:00 – 16:30 | Ajia（Xiaoxi Lin） | Why Are Picture Books Useful in Developing a Love for Reading in Children? | Using works that are suitable, rhythmic for children's first reading and full of rhythm, we read together with the children in a playful way, from the “shape game” of art to the “shape game” of the mind, connecting reading and life, and connecting us to ourselves and even to the world. | Mandarin |
Picture books Reading by 100 people
Taipa Amphitheater,Taipa
| Date | Time | Instructor | Content | Language |
| 2024/10/27 (Sun) | 14:00 – 15:00 | Leong Kam In | Shared reading"The Treasures of Ilha Verde Hill 2" | Cantonese |
| 2024/11/03 (Sun) | 14:00 – 15:00 | Cindy Chow & D. Sofia | Shared reading “The boy who never saw the sea” | Cantonese & Portuguese |
◆Each group of attendees who completes the activity will receive a picture book as a gift from the organizer.
◆ In case of inclement weather conditions, the venue will be changed to the auditorium of the Macao Museum of Art. Please check the Cultural Affairs Bureau’s website and the respective page on Facebook for the latest updates.
Book promotion session (No registration required)
Taipa Houses (Nostalgic House)
| Date | Time | Instructor | Content | Language |
| 2024/10/26 (Sat) | 15:00 – 16:00 | Elizabete Neves | Do You Want to Know a Secret? You are Superpowers! |
Portuguese (Consecutive interpretation will be provided) |
| 16:30 – 17:30 | Catarina Mesquita | Little Explorers: A place of discoveries | Portuguese (Consecutive interpretation will be provided) |
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| 2024/10/27 (Sun) | 15:00 – 16:00 | Ajia | 1. When does the lotus bloom? 2. A Boy, His Dog and the Sea 3. The Three Wishes |
Mandarin |
| 2024/11/02 (六) |
15:00 – 16:00 | Cheong In Cheng & Chan Lok Si | 1.The Mysterious Parcel 2.The Mysterious Parcel 2: Gift of Time” 3.The Mysterious Parcel 3 : Data Crisis |
Cantonese |
| 16:30 – 17:30 | Yan Ma & Sio Nga Man |
Little Birds That Nestle in the Horta da Mitra | Cantonese | |
| 2024/11/03 (日) | 15:00 – 16:00 | Chloe Wong | ALUA | Cantonese |
Workshop
The House of Macao Literature
| Date | Time | Instructor | Theme | Language |
| 2024/10/27 (Sun) |
14:00– 15:30 | Cindy Chow | Picture Book Wonder and Mini Animal Hairdresser Workshop(session 1) | Cantonese |
| 16:30 – 18:00 | Picture Book Wonder and Mini Animal Hairdresser Workshop(session 2) | Cantonese | ||
| 2024/11/02 (Sat) | 10:00– 11:30 | Cindy Chow | Picture Book Wonder and Building Block Workshop(session 1) | Cantonese |
| 2024/11/03 (Sun) | 10:00– 11:30 | Leong Kam In | Picture Book Wonder and Building Block Workshop(session 2) | Cantonese |
| 2024/11/02 (Sat) | 14:00– 15:30 | Cindy Chow | Picture Book Wonder and DIY Colourful Slippers(session 1) | Cantonese |
| 16:30 – 18:00 | Picture Book Wonder and DIY Colourful Slippers(session 2) | Cantonese | ||
| 2024/11/03 (Sun) | 14:00– 15:30 | Leong Kam In | Picture Book Wonder and Drawing Workshop(session 1) | Cantonese |
| 16:30 – 18:00 | Picture Book Wonder and Drawing Workshop(session 2) | Cantonese |
Chinese and Portuguese Picture Book Fair
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