--- title: "Hands-On Creative Fun for Kids in Rustam Bagh, Bengaluru" description: "Join Ourstoryshelf for interactive storytelling and hands-on creative fun. From painting to puppet making, our workshops in Rustam Bagh bring stories to life." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ourstoryshelf/storytelling-creative-play-workshops/hands-on-creative-fun last_updated: 2025-08-31 --- # Hands-On Creative Fun for Kids in Bengaluru Tribe Verified · Community library based in Rustam Bagh. By [Ourstoryshelf](https://mytribe.in/ourstoryshelf) · Attend Workshops at Rustam Bagh Layout, Bengaluru · ₹300 per child / session (estimate) Part of [Storytelling & Creative Play Workshops](https://mytribe.in/ourstoryshelf/storytelling-creative-play-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ourstoryshelf/storytelling-creative-play-workshops/gallery) Stories come to life in our cozy library. After every tale, we dive into painting, crafting, or making puppets, so children leave with a piece of the adventure in their hands. ## Photos and videos - ![Children are deeply engaged in a coloring activity related to our story about sea animals. Using lapboards on the floor creates a relaxed and comfortable crafting environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/55ff45d3-81be-4ec4-87bd-ac43567538f7) - ![Look at these proud smiles. After a story about friendship and kindness, the children hold up their beautiful handprint art, a wonderful reminder of the day's theme.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5c721a9-6b46-42ad-8e54-1126575caba0) - ![Children and parents work together on a dot painting craft, inspired by the story of "Josephine and her Magic Shoes." Our craft sessions are a great opportunity for family bonding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a846b09a-4246-428d-9246-c1fd724f4aa1) - ![Using leaves collected from a nature walk, children create their own "Little Vinayaka" art. We love incorporating natural materials into our crafts to connect kids with the world around them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59764255-6f86-467c-9a42-a2622722b9c0) - ![Little hands are hard at work coloring pictures of a "ghariyal" after hearing its adventurous story. Coloring helps develop fine motor skills and concentration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de2c10f4-a6a0-4dcd-b382-ca87488a9e40) - ![A wider view of our crafting circle, showing children, parents, and storytellers all creating together. It's a true community effort.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29783d98-f579-4094-8c9f-46a0068d3b54) - ![An interactive moment during the craft session, where children are up and moving, still buzzing with the energy of the story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a34f30b9-1b19-46d4-9e9d-a10ae3f2b47c) - ![A duplicate of image 21, showing the dynamic and playful atmosphere of our workshops.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f53b6bd3-87e1-4b6d-ba26-3e64a03182fa) - ![A duplicate of image 19, highlighting the collaborative and supportive environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/667afe2d-2a0d-4462-ae73-f3d041467d1e) - ![A duplicate of image 17, reinforcing the focus and engagement during craft time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8cdc33c-f11d-441c-a0f4-9b4233a80b2e) - ![Parents and children sit together, working on bookmarks inspired by our story about friendship. It's a craft they can use long after the session is over.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b0ff901-f9f6-4723-b537-7790bacf7103) - ![A happy, bustling scene as everyone gets involved in the craft activity. The room is filled with creativity and conversation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd8a49f6-a96c-4e32-bf2a-81de4ffc6c98) - ![A duplicate of image 34, emphasizing the family-friendly nature of our workshops.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4074461-12a9-4bdf-9581-49b47cfb5be2) - ![A duplicate of image 37, capturing the lively and communal spirit of our craft time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/778d85f2-d47b-4096-b9df-0c32e8287636) - ![Children work on their Christmas crafts, carefully assembling their paper trees. These activities are designed to be fun and achievable for little hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8dffe868-77c2-44c6-8b74-60de5e219b2b) - ![A duplicate of image 53.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/84b34ee2-1c24-47b0-8ff0-7cd52e3d43bf) - ![A close-up of the Christmas tree craft in progress. We provide all the materials needed for children to bring their creations to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e00c3f1-4994-4a19-83ed-12a5527a327b) - ![A duplicate of image 57.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0064ec46-ac91-474b-92d3-5c0c510e9724) - ![An adult helps a child make a handprint, a classic craft that is always a favorite. It's a beautiful way to capture a moment in time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4dd8219c-4321-413b-b341-d8556554d3a5) - ![A top-down view of the handprint painting station. The bright orange paint and focused hands show the sensory joy of this activity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e643c4de-d08a-4144-acc4-971a09d318e1) - ![A duplicate of image 61.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9ff73d9-6e1d-460b-b111-a1f02b894e54) - ![A duplicate of image 70.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d56fbca-d3ae-485b-873d-557ede837df1) - ![A duplicate of image 65, celebrating the children's finished artwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b50f916-524b-41b5-b54c-36d1f07cab42) - ![A duplicate of image 80, showing the colorful and engaging dot painting activity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/23bf1124-b908-4aa4-93cc-dc3629a8691e) - ![A duplicate of image 84, highlighting the collaborative nature of our craft sessions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/19cb844f-c945-4f5b-8418-78a1d0585711) - ![A full view of the room during a paper flower craft session. Everyone finds a comfortable spot to sit and create.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6ca6a0a8-d536-48ba-8718-450a80182e31) - ![Another angle of the flower craft, showing the children's concentration as they assemble their projects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4b5ce6d-a6e3-44d2-aea2-ec876a6dabc7) - ![A duplicate of image 112.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c78e7c06-2eb3-451b-b4bb-0fa9ca57e038) - ![A duplicate of image 113.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3843e4b2-d6af-4098-9453-8510168ebd42) - ![The start of our leaf-craft session, with children getting their materials ready.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8709b7a8-9dab-4737-b1cf-c7d15ff90ac8) - ![A duplicate of image 121, showing the beautiful and creative use of natural leaves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2769d6ee-947e-465e-af98-8491ee6456d7) - ![A duplicate of image 120.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fe75ad38-35a0-4cec-977a-10baef3174cf) - ![After a story about birds, the children learn some simple origami to create their own paper birds.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e6d24b59-b6b7-491a-b467-2c5f12da5cc3) - ![A duplicate of image 133.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6387fdb2-5f16-4841-9839-da352fb25bed) - ![A storyteller gives instructions for the drawing activity related to the "Bondapalli" story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51f3120c-96a0-4560-bd38-af3cfadb0f67) - ![A storyteller demonstrates a drawing technique to help the children create their own illustrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/39f77286-67f0-4c4e-beec-916196920d6b) - ![A duplicate of image 139.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f73b6ed-8422-4f14-b4f2-a9154f8e7778) - ![A duplicate of image 137.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c831702-3afc-4005-8832-4349d81ec7e2) - ![Children are focused on coloring their ghariyals, each one adding their own unique touch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8629bea-c2d1-4f09-87c7-394057f44a90) - ![A different angle of the coloring session, showing how absorbed the children are in their work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79249871-261f-46a7-8cec-3530dffbed98) - ![A duplicate of image 155.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b48496f9-6ca3-440c-a74f-c82d9feb6630) - ![A duplicate of image 149.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a25115a5-5d27-45fb-a3e3-d189a19b5b68) - ![Parents help their children with the coloring, making it a supportive and encouraging activity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ec9d04a-63df-4d7b-921a-03dbb2f97439) - ![Children work on a paper craft inspired by the story of Gajapati Kulapati the elephant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82317b13-c2c6-44e8-9949-93032f1bd581) - ![A duplicate of image 158.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/db254b05-df13-4c54-bd67-2cf68124a253) - ![The group works together on their paper crafts, sharing materials and ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ff1b327-1e6c-45ed-9523-808e7c9fac79) - ![A duplicate of image 165.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ed63cd88-3d58-4896-b3d2-9a501497d108) - ![A colorful and slightly messy scene from a painting session. We believe that creative messes are part of the fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/495db156-0d56-4c66-a328-99d84849473d) - ![Children add the finishing touches to their painted coconut shells, a unique and eco-friendly craft idea.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04dc3740-9cd7-4879-8392-967dd611e713) - ![A close-up of the painting activity, showing the colorful paints and the children's focused work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5fbab1d1-0a79-471b-af3a-132e56ef89eb) - ![A storyteller helps a child with her coconut shell craft, providing guidance and encouragement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/674bb092-e0aa-445c-9b44-961b87138315) - ![A duplicate of image 190.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/59b6f504-f4f1-4319-8414-1f00a5a1b3ef) - ![An adult helps a young child with a coloring sheet of an ant, making the activity accessible for all ages.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29e2b3c3-0d3d-4952-93bc-e93857068410) - ![A duplicate of image 197.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f2f38fb-6014-48c0-a41d-dca347e23b85) - ![Children lie on the floor to color their butterfly pictures, showing the relaxed and informal vibe of our sessions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/723a7da2-8e13-47d3-88f2-173337b73273) - ![A duplicate of image 214.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e96cdcd9-9624-4e83-aabc-8df84871503e) - [Video: A storyteller demonstrates how to use glue for the flower craft, providing clear, step-by-step instructions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c6bbd722-9d18-4810-811c-19885fa07f8e) - ![The storyteller helps distribute materials for the craft, ensuring everyone has what they need to get started.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f46de95-6952-4e15-b80a-07c834b45a8a) - ![A group of children works together on their flower garlands, chatting and creating side-by-side.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/df9a9f9c-d861-4661-92f1-7363e651e33f) - ![A close-up of little hands carefully placing paper flowers, showing the development of fine motor skills.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec0393ca-4ee0-4262-92d4-5e74c4c159ff) - ![Children are engrossed in coloring their monkey-themed worksheets, a quiet and focused activity after an energetic story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9348ad8-410c-4b88-8755-dbfde035e711) - ![A duplicate of image 236.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d774c129-c90f-4857-b9e8-f06c7b90c61c) - ![A close-up of a child coloring a picture of a monkey, showing their careful attention to detail.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3c9833c-7fc2-4d45-bc04-2a78eb04d254) - [Video: A storyteller demonstrates how to draw a "cute monster" on a whiteboard, guiding the children step-by-step.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb77135f-7666-4d8f-adeb-b051a68fda82) - ![The storyteller adds details to the monster drawing, showing the children how to add personality to their creations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf092635-e4ab-4cb1-a95a-a4ffcd2aaaf5) - ![Children practice their drawing skills, following the storyteller's demonstration on their own papers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e2a7eec0-034e-40e9-a401-7cb93f212364) - ![The beginning of a craft session, with children ready and waiting for their materials and instructions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6fbc05d5-a318-445c-ad97-68128acd71ac) - ![Children and parents work together to create "Hairy Hettie" puppets from paper rolls and yarn.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/084d9de9-9588-470c-ab54-e7d1b21ec42f) - ![A storyteller sits with the children on the floor, helping them with their paper bear craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/004b2ade-c4f6-4c2d-8ba0-b4406088c030) - ![Parents and children enjoy the craft session together, a hallmark of our community-focused workshops.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dca1e63c-e7be-4f7b-9b48-820f907b0a55) - ![Children gather around a table for a Christmas craft, their faces full of excitement and anticipation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b859fb48-2f7f-4572-96d8-588de939ad79) - [Video: A vibrant, colorful scene of children working on their Christmas crafts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ec601f0-02bb-4042-b99c-647e5a1e7c29) - ![A storyteller helps the children with their craft, ensuring everyone can participate and feel successful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8cddd428-87ae-4594-9212-a247401e7945) - [Video: A clip showing children learning how to fold paper for a craft, a great exercise in following directions and developing spatial awareness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bf7cecc-cca6-4738-8446-5a3d6322bab6) ## About Hands-On Creative Fun Every craft we do is tied directly to the day’s story, so you won't find generic coloring pages here. Whether it’s using dried leaves from our garden after a nature tale or painting paper puppets to act out a scene, we focus on tactile activities that help children process the emotions and characters they just encountered. ### How our creative sessions work At Ourstoryshelf, the story is just the beginning. We believe that the act of creating—be it painting, cutting, or gluing—is how children bridge the gap between hearing a story and internalizing its message. When we read a book about friendship, we don't just talk about it; we craft tokens of kindness to take home. ### What to expect in your session We set up our craft area right here in 'The Green Pocket' in Rustam Bagh. We stick to simple, accessible materials like paper, crayons, popsicle sticks, and occasionally, natural items gathered from our own little patch of garden. Because we run our sessions with moderate group sizes, every child gets the attention they need to complete their project. ### Why we prioritize hands-on play Our goal isn't a perfect art piece to put on a fridge; it’s the process. We want to see messy hands and proud smiles. Whether we are making bookmarks inspired by a story about empathy or creating puppets for a shadow play, these activities help develop fine motor skills and, more importantly, let children express how the story made them feel. Parents are welcome to join the circle. We often find that when parents sit on our floor dhurries and participate in the crafting, the entire experience becomes a lovely family bonding moment. ## About Ourstoryshelf We are a small community library in Rustam Bagh built on the belief that children learn best when they get a little messy. We see stories as gateways, not just books, so we spend our Fridays turning tales into hands-on art and laughter. Come join our circle if you want your child to explore, create, and just be themselves. 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