On the open-air reading: Diary of a high-flyer at the Knappteich!

On the open-air reading: Diary of a high-flyer at the Knappteich!

With a colorful program for the little ones, the city of Chemnitz attracts on July 2 on the open-air children's book reading at Knappteich. Here the talented actress and children's book author Frauke Angel perform her latest story "Diary of a high-flyer". From 10 a.m., children and parents can look forward to an imaginative reading, in which the protagonist Tomke, who has difficulty expressing his thoughts verbally, is the focus. At his side, the glitter -green girl Delia is on roller skates, which is apparently able to read Tomke's thoughts.

The event takes place at the Knappteich, Höhe Fürstenstraße 147, and admission is of course free! The organization team of the support association of the Chemnitz e. V. has come up with a lot so that the little ones can immerse themselves in the wonderful world of literature. In bad weather, the reading is moved to the district library in the Yorck area, so that fun remains for everyone, no matter how the weather plays. Registration on the Internet is recommended to surely get a place.

insights into history

The "Diary of an Aberry" is about Tomke, who masters the challenges of everyday life in his own way. The central idea is a thought reader who enables Tomke's inner world to be audible. His family reacts very differently, which offers the young audience exciting insights into interpersonal relationships and the perception of thoughts. What could be more entertaining than looking at these topics by the eyes of a child?

Frauke Angel, the author, is not only known for her captivating stories, but also inspires with her lively readings, which are always an experience for young and old. If you want to learn more about you, you can drop by on your website www.fraukeangel.de

Literature promotion in Chemnitz

The reading on the Knappteich is not just a colorful event, but part of a larger reading promotion project in the region. The Reading promotion project "Kilian/Julian" started on June 20, 2025 and is aimed at children as well as young people from daycare centers, primary and special schools in Saxony. Until the beginning of October, artists will perform book presentations in public libraries to wake the children's reading dunes.

The use of theater and puppeteering elements creates a connection between performing art and library work in order to inspire children for literary content. The success of the project is shown by the fact that around 42,000 children have participated in the productions since 2012, which speaks for the positive response and underpins the importance of reading promotion in the region.

Take the opportunity and visit Frauke Angel am Knappteich's reading! Exciting stories and a treat for the ears are waiting for you and your children. The program is a wonderful way to promote the love of literature and let your imagination stimulate!