Children learn the art of being happy at the SCRF

Happiness is an art that can be taught according to a workshop entitled The Happiness Ladder – organised by Dr. Asma Al Sayegh held during the 8th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), organised by Sharjah Book Authority (SBA).

The workshop featured videos, quizzes and interactive talk sessions – children learned that happiness can be achieved through strong will, positive interactions, confidence, forgiveness and planning, with a strong focus on unity. 

Aimed at children aged six and above, the workshop offered hands-on and realistic tools to encourage positivity, personal development, strength and confidence, as well as touching on being a constructive member of society willing to help others and affect people in a beneficial way. The workshop’s interactive play sessions encouraged children to never shy away from answering questions – a tool to boost their confidence – as well as teaching them important lessons about forgiveness and sharing practical tips on planning for their future.