Looking for a creative, fun-filled way to celebrate Book Week 2025 on the Mornington Peninsula? With this year’s theme, “Book an Adventure!”, we’re inviting families to do just that with a one-of-a-kind workshop that combines storytime, hands-on cooking, local discovery, and a whole lot of alphabet fun.
On Saturday 16 August, Stef’s Mini Chefs and NINCH KIDS are joining forces to bring you an unforgettable 1.5-hour session designed especially for children aged 2 and up (and their grown-ups!)
This interactive event features a very special guest: local author Lyndall Underwood, reading from her gorgeous picture book Mornington Peninsula ABC: An Alphabet Adventure.
A Storytime Event with a Twist – and a Taste!
This isn’t your average storytime. During this fun and educational workshop, your child will:
✔️ Cook both a sweet and savoury snack with support from qualified children’s cooking instructor Stefanie Glezos
✔️ Use mostly organic, local produce that ties in with themes from the book
✔️ Take part in a simple and engaging craft activity
✔️ Enjoy an exclusive storytime session with the author
✔️ Take home a personally signed copy of Mornington Peninsula ABC: An Alphabet Adventure (RRP $20)
The story and the snacks will take your little one on an alphabet adventure across the Mornington Peninsula – celebrating local landmarks, food, adventures and community connections.
It’s the perfect way to explore locally, develop life skills and enjoy a meaningful weekend activity with your child.
Why It’s Perfect for Book Week 2025
With Book Week 2025 officially kicking off on Saturday, 16 August, this workshop is the perfect way to launch your celebrations.
The CBCA theme for this year, “Book an Adventure!” is all about inspiring young readers to journey through stories and explore the world around them. This event brings that theme to life with:
- A strong local storytelling connection
- A celebration of Mornington Peninsula produce and places
- Real-life engagement with a local author
- Interactive learning through food, books and craft
Whether you're a parent, grandparent, carer, aunt or uncle, this experience brings Book Week to life through play, literacy and local connection.
It’s low-pressure, screen-free, and full of meaningful moments - with bonus benefits:
- Builds early literacy, numeracy and social-emotional skills
- Encourages a love of books and food
- Fosters confidence, creativity and fun
Event Details
Location: Private venue in Crib Point (address provided upon booking)
Date: Saturday, 16 August 2025
Time: Choose from two session times - 10am and 12.30pm
Cost: $50 per child (includes all ingredients, apron, snacks, recipe card, craft activity and signed book)
Note: This is not a drop-off event. One adult must attend per child.
Book Your Spot Before It Sells Out
This is a one-off event with limited places. With only two sessions available and high demand expected for Book Week events on the Mornington Peninsula, we recommend booking early to secure your spot.
Click here to book your child’s place via Stef’s Mini Chefs
Why Parents Are Booking a Spot
- Encourages early literacy and numeracy
- Sparks creativity and food confidence
- Builds a love of reading through real-life connection
- Offers a rare chance to meet a local author in an interactive way
- Provides a calm, enriching alternative to screens on the weekend
Looking for More Mornington Peninsula Kids Events?
Even though this is a one-off workshop, it’s part of a growing range of NINCH KIDS collaborations designed to celebrate local creators and bring families together through meaningful experiences.
Whether you're searching for:
- Things to do with kids this weekend
- Storytime events on the Mornington Peninsula
- Book Week activities in 2025
…we’re here to bring you the best of local learning through play.
Stay tuned for future workshops, events and collaborations and don’t forget to follow us on our Ninch Kids socials.