AI + Imagination

Join us for a free 90-minute creative workshop at Southampton Central Library, where children will explore climate action through storytelling and new technologies. The session includes guided story writing using Generative AI, image creation, and a live reading of each story by our friendly robot Buddy. Timings include short introductions to climate themes and storywriting, followed by hands-on creative activities on a laptop and a wrap-up with feedback. Families can receive a digital copy of their child’s story after the event. No prior experience needed—just imagination and curiosity! 

Please note: children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout. 

This creative workshop invites children and families to explore climate action through storytelling and new technologies. Participants will reflect on environmental change by imagining characters and habitats, then use Generative AI tools to write and enhance their stories. The session introduces children to digital tools they may not have encountered before—helping build confidence and curiosity in a fun, inclusive setting. A highlight of the event is hearing their stories read aloud by Buddy, our friendly story-reading robot. Families will leave with a better understanding of how creativity and technology can come together to inspire climate action and learning—and a story to take home and share. 

Dr Bindi Shah, Associate Professor in Sociology, Dr Chiying Lam, Lecturer in Community Music & Social Justice, Dr Tuyen Nguyen, Lecturer in AI and social human-robot interactions, all at Southampton University 

Families with children aged 10-11 

Particularly of interest to Year 5 and Year 6 children. 

Tuesday 14th October 2025