What age is the event suitable for

The event is designed for children aged 5 and up, making it clearly age-appropriate for young listeners.

Do you need to register

No, according to the event program, no prior registration is required.

Where does the reading take place

The event location is the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena at Engelplatz 2 in 07743 Jena.

Is the offering family-friendly

Yes, it is a calm reading format with a pedagogical focus on nature and sustainability and is therefore well suited for families.

Is there information about admission

A specific ticket price was not mentioned in the reviewed sources. Admission is not clearly indicated, therefore the price remains open.

Sustainable reading hour in Jena delights children with nature, knowledge, and calm

Name: Read Aloud Special: Sustainability for Children in Jena
Start: 2026-09-18T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-18T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena

Sustainable listening, marveling and empathizing at the Ernst-Abbe-Library

On September 18, 2026, the Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena invites you to a special reading afternoon in the spirit of the German Action Weeks on Sustainability. Starting at 4:00 PM, children from the age of 5 will discover an exciting story about nature, the environment, and sustainable thinking – all in a child-friendly manner and without prior registration. ([stadtbibliothek-jena.de](https://www.stadtbibliothek-jena.de/de/1050376?utm_source=openai))

A family experience with learning fun

This reading format combines children's laughter with an initial learning experience on important future topics. The Jena library has been focusing on reading promotion and sustainable educational offerings for years; its team even works with its own sustainability focus on environmental and climate issues. For families, it creates a calm, inspiring place where curiosity can grow. ([kultur.jena.de](https://kultur.jena.de/de/jenakultur))

Child-friendly, safe and relaxed

The Ernst-Abbe-Library Jena, as a public institution of the city of Jena, is well prepared for families. The Helene-Petrenz Hall has space for 80 people, and the library describes its rooms as friendly, modern, and child-friendly. Jena also positions itself as a breastfeeding-friendly municipality with changing facilities and a quiet breastfeeding area in family-relevant public facilities. ([stadtbibliothek-jena.de](https://www.stadtbibliothek-jena.de/de/bibliothek_vor_ort/hauptbibliothek/856366?cal_date=01.07.2026&utm_source=openai))

Why the visit is worthwhile

The reading addresses a topic that children immediately recognize in everyday life: protecting nature, respecting the environment, and talking together about sustainable ideas. Formats like these strengthen language development, attention, and conversation starters in the family. In the EAB, readings and participatory offerings are an integral part of the educational mission of JenaKultur, which explicitly places culture, participation, and encounter at the center. ([kultur.jena.de](https://kultur.jena.de/de/jenakultur))

Conclusion

For those looking for a calm, intelligent, and lovingly designed afternoon with children, this offers a strong family experience with meaning and heart. The Read Aloud Special brings sustainability to eye level and inspires more shared time with books, pictures, and good conversations. A visit to the Ernst-Abbe-Library is worthwhile for families who want to not only hear stories but also experience them. ([stadtbibliothek-jena.de](https://www.stadtbibliothek-jena.de/de/1050376?utm_source=openai))