In an expansion of the African Story Hour experience, Madison Public Library has partnered with The Institute for Regional and International Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in collaboration with Wisconsin Public Libraries to bring the world to YOU through the brand-new Children’s International Story Hour!
Each session will take place at Pinney Library and will be a time of sharing award-winning children’s literature that celebrates the diversity of arts, culture, and language across the globe.
Participants will also learn about global music and engage in hands-on crafts that stimulate their curiosity. Each week promises to be fun and enriching! The event is free and designed for children ages 5–10 and their caregivers, but all are welcome.
We hope you’ll join us on Monday, March 16th, 2026, from 4:00 – 5:00pm for a Story Hour on Chandrini Yogini Goes to India. Part of a series by Chandrini Yogini, this story aims to instill courage and self-belief in young readers of all backgrounds. This series urges readers to follow their dreams and explore the world fearlessly! As readers discover different destinations and cultures with Chandrini Yogini, they open their mind to the endless possibilities, by just a flip of a page.
During these adventures, readers learn about Chandrini Yogini’s yoga practice, as well as meditation and cultural traditions. Each book features a new destination that highlights a unique culture.
