Workshop for Schools

Workshop Flow:

Storytelling

Discover Dele’s World
An engaging read-aloud of “Dele’s Journey”, brought to life with voices, gestures, and expressive questioning.

Learning Focus: Emotional Literacy, Social Emotional Connections, Communication and Active Listening.

Rhythm of Resilience

Feel the Beat of Emotions
Children join a vibrant Djembe and musical experience where each rhythm tells a piece of Dele’s emotional journey.

Learning Focus: Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Music Appreciation, Self-Expression.

I Showed Kindness Today

Children actively practice kindness and empathy while stepping into the role of a real-world advocate.

Learning Focus: Empathy & Social Awareness, Creative Expression, Collaboration & Belonging.

Dele’s Theme Song

Gratitude in Harmony

A sing along and movement activity to end the session.

Learning Focus: Gratitude & Appreciation Language & Communication, Social & Emotional Development, Confidence & Participation, Music & Rhythm Skills.

Enrichment Flow

Enrichment Flow:

Introduction of the book.

Week 1
In the first week, children will get to know Dele and explore the djembe through fun call-and-response activities building their musical foundation and introducing the story’s main journey.

Learning Focus: Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Music Appreciation, Self-Expression.

Jembe

Week 2-7
Each week, students use the djembe and other instruments to explore a new emotion and track Dele’s inner journey. By translating short story excerpts into visual art and living rhythm, participants bring hidden narrative turning points to life.

Learning Focus: Emotional Literacy, Social Emotional Connections, Communication and Active Listening.

Performance Week

Week 8

In the final week, children will bring their entire journey together for a showcase performance using the skills they have learnt.

Learning Focus: Gratitude & Appreciation Language & Communication, Social & Emotional Development, Confidence & Participation, Music & Rhythm Skills.

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About the Charity Partner

The Adventures of Dele Productions

How the collected items help

Collected items directly support children in need by providing them with clothes, toys, and books they might not otherwise have.

What they do

They work to support children and families through education, emotional wellbeing, and community-driven kindness initiatives.

Packages

Workshop Package
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Immersive session for 2–3 classes, including storytelling, percussion, and kindness activities.
Enrichment Package
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Ongoing workshops focused on empathy, resilience, and kindness.