Once Upon a Hadouta – An Interactive Egyptian Folktale Adventure for Kids with Mona

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This interactive storytelling experience invites children and families to discover the rich heritage of Egyptian folktales through live narration, movement, humor, and audience participation. Presented in Egyptian Arabic, English, and French, the project brings traditional Egyptian “hadouta” stories to life while celebrating the cultural heritage and oral storytelling traditions passed down through generations.

Children become active participants, joining in through call-and-response, repeating memorable phrases, making animal sounds, and helping shape the stories as they unfold. Selected volunteers may be invited to wear simple costume pieces and take part in playful storytelling moments, creating a joyful and inclusive experience.

The storytelling performance features three Egyptian folktales, one longer story and two shorter tales, combining literature, performance, creativity, and cultural exploration. Through shared storytelling, children and families are invited to connect with Egyptian heritage while experiencing the universal joy of stories told together.

The activity is designed for children ages 4–8 and their families, though younger and older kids are welcome to participate with parents or siblings.

Mona Moheb is this year's Halton Hub Artist and will be featured in various Culture Days programming throughout the region.

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Town of Oakville

The Town of Oakville is located on Treaty 14 and 22 lands, the territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, and traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee. Oakville is home to many different First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. A vibrant and impressive community within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the Town of Oakville is a beautiful lakeside town with a strong heritage, preserved and celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Since the 1800s, it has become one of the most coveted areas to live and work in Ontario, with 225,000 residents calling Oakville home. The town offers all the advantages of a well-serviced urban centre with first-rate facilities and amenities while maintaining its small-town feel.

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