When does Read Aloud! take place?

The reading event takes place on Friday, November 6, 2026, at 4 PM.

What age group is the reading suitable for?

Read Aloud! is aimed at children aged 3 years and older.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place in the children's library of the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena located in the city center at Engelplatz 2.

What is the cost of admission?

Participation in Read Aloud! is free of charge.

Is prior registration necessary?

No, prior registration is not necessary.

What educational value does reading aloud have?

Reading aloud supports age-appropriate language development, imagination, attentive listening, and creates shared family time.

Read Aloud! for Children in Jena 2026

Name: Read Aloud!
Start: 2026-11-06T16:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-06T17:00:00+01:00
Location: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena

Read Aloud!: Storytime for Little Book Fans in Jena

When the doors of the children's library open on Friday afternoons, a special family time begins at the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena: during the regular reading sessions, children aged three and older dive into exciting stories and discover how much joy books hold.

Listening, Wondering, and Laughing Together

On November 6, 2026, the children's library will be all about reading aloud. Starting at 4 PM, stories will be read to children aged three and above. Quiet listening moments, imaginative pictures, and shared experiences create a child-friendly atmosphere where curiosity and children's laughter have their place.

Reading Promotion with Fun and Imagination

Reading aloud supports language development, expands vocabulary, and stimulates imagination. Children experience characters, feelings, and adventures while playfully learning to listen attentively and letting their own mental images arise. The family experience combines learning fun with quality time together.

An Uncomplicated Family Afternoon

The event is free of charge. No prior registration is necessary, allowing families to spontaneously visit the children's library. The Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena is a vibrant educational and cultural center, a familiar place for children, parents, and all book lovers.

Conclusion: Reading Aloud Makes Family Time Special

Read Aloud! invites children aged three and above to a warm, imaginative, and age-appropriate learning experience. Those who want to discover stories together, wonder, and unwind will experience a free family afternoon full of language, closeness, and imagination in the children's library.