In Kirriemuir library in Angus, Mr Magic got listeners involved in the story of 'Jack and the Beanstalk' (above). Children from nearby Northmuir, Southmuir and Glenisla nurseries were enthralled by the story and had plenty of chances to help with the tricks and join in by singing and chanting.
Meanwhile, in the East Kilbride Shopping Centre, parents could enjoy a relaxing 15-minute head and neck massage while their children were entertained by professional storytellers, in an initiative run by South Lanarkshire's library service (above, top).
National Tell a Story Day coincided with the start of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival (25 October to 3 November), with guest speakers from Iceland and Norway introducing audiences to their traditional folklore, as well as Scottish storytellers. For more information see www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk.
