ESSEX Libraries are running a Sensory Story Time at branches across the county. The story time which is aimed at children of all abilities is led by volunteers trained by the Mid Essex Preschool SEN/AEN (Special Educational Needs/Additional Educational Needs) Specialist Teacher team.

The session will be interactive giving children the chance to experience some favourite stories through a range of sensory experiences. The story time is free and is part of Essex Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge programme.

Councillor John Jowers, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Libraries, Communities and Planning, said: “Every child enjoys listening to stories. These story times offer children the chance to enjoy the story through all their senses, allowing them to have a rich and memorable experience. They are accessible to all children regardless of ability.”

Sensory Story Time sessions are taking place across the county as follows:

Basildon Library

Tuesday 13 August, 11am

Billericay Library

Tuesday 20 August, 10.30am

Tuesday 20 August, 11.15am

Braintree Library

Tuesday 20 August,10.30am

Thursday 8 August, 2pm

Chelmsford Library

Tuesday 20 August, 10.30am

Colchester Library

Wednesday 28 August, 10.30am

Harlow Library

Thursday 15 August, 10.30am

Maldon Library

Tuesday 6 August, 2pm

Tuesday 27 August, 2pm

Springfield Library

Friday 16 August, 2pm

Waltham Abbey Library

Monday 19 August, 2pm