Step inside a magical toy shop and meet Nicky Claus, who dreams of finding the perfect toy for every child! Join Star Papaya and Vaishali of #ammatoday for a Christmas story-playing adventure inspired by David Litchfield’s Kid Christmas. With storytelling, imaginative play and hands-on toy-making, children become little toymakers, designing and creating their own dream toy. Expect big ideas, busy hands and a sprinkle of Christmas magic!

Age group: 3–8
Date & Time: December 6th, 10:30 AM
Location: Imli Sarai, Hyderabad
Session duration: 60 minutes
Session price: ₹990

Vaishali is an educator, TEDx speaker, parent coach and author passionate about raising kind, curious children. With a background in Montessori and special education, she leads workshops on parenting, emotional intelligence and early learning. Through her blog Ammatoday and reading circles, she inspires parents and educators to nurture empathy and mindfulness. Based in Chennai, she dreams of creating inclusive schools and a beachfront book café where stories and laughter thrive.

Star Papaya brings stories and imagination to life through thoughtful, screen-free play. In this joint workshop, Star Papaya brings the joy of designing and making toys into Vaishali’s storytelling adventure.

Please note: General admission tickets (₹250/Person) must be purchased separately from workshop and storytelling tickets. You can purchase this at entry as well. General admission includes access to:

• Learning Village
• Interactive Scavenger Hunt
• Curated Marketplace
• Experience Center hosted by our Marketplace Partners

Book your general admission tickets here.

Tickets Policy: No Refunds, No Reschedules, No Cancellations, No Exchanges
All workshop bookings for the Festival of Play are final. We do not offer refunds, reschedules, cancellations, or exchanges for any reason. This policy helps us maintain the quality and integrity of the workshops and ensures a seamless experience for all attendees. Thank you for your understanding.

Photo & Video Disclaimer: We love capturing the joy and magic of play! Photos and videos will be taken throughout the Festival of Play to document and share these special moments. By purchasing a ticket, you agree that images and recordings of you and your family may be used by the organizers for event highlights, marketing, and promotional purposes.