Morning events, Kids, Books

The Scottish Borders' most talented young poets accept their awards. Ages 9+.

Horace the Haggis must outwit the evil haggis hunters and find a safe place to hide in the forest, but can his new friends help him escape? A reading from author Sally Magnusson for families and children.

New author Silvana Biagioni reads extracts from her book Sacha Meets a Sellkie. She'll also bring in Sacha's story sack, full of things for children to rummage through.

Take inspiration from the patterns of objects in the silver gallery to make your own bookmark.

The best-selling author behing Charlie and Lola and Clarice Bean shows off her latest book about kid detective Ruby Redfort, Take Your Last Breath. Ages 8+.

Sing along with your favourite Sticky Kids songs with Molly Muddle and Old Macdonald. Loopy fun with lots of dressing up and audience participation. Ages 2–6.

Explore the reserve, take part in a fun family activity and you maybe win a prize.

Different tales every time, followed by a creative play session. Ages 6 months to 2 years.

Children's writer Vivian French tells tales of frogs, worms and caterpillars while an illustrator draws her stories. Ages 3+.

Illustrator and storyteller Nick Sharratt leads this interactive drawing and reading session designed to get your imagination soaring to the highest heights. Ages 3–7.