Among the selected thematic parks there are characters from iconic fairy tales that have been known to children around the world for years, i.e. Harry Potter or Shrek, and relatively new faces that will charm the youngest generations with their charisma and personality. It is a great opportunity to show children of the heroes of fairy tales and films from years ago, who accompanied adults in their childhood and times of youth. They were characterized by a calmer pace, narrative and fewer stimuli, which the youngest are exposed to today at the screening of modern productions. Discovering such stories is both a sentimental journey for adults, as well as a way to build relationships and create family memories.
Peppa Pig World – English in the world of your favorite fairy tale
For younger children, PIPPA Pig World, which is part of the Paultons Park amusement park in Great Britain, may be a great proposition. Peppa pig, loved by the youngest, takes the role of a guide on a colorful world created especially for toddlers. This is the first and largest thematic park dedicated to Peppie and its friends, created for the youngest guests. In the park there are nine attractions adapted to the age of children, where they can, among others Cruise on the waters of the Pirate Island, visit a huge playground full of film attractions or use the water zone on warm days. The entire park infrastructure provides children with various forms of activity surrounded by their favorite heroes.
Peppa Pig is one of the fairy tales considered to be an ideal tool supporting English learning at the youngest – thanks to simple vocabulary, clear pronunciation and everyday and easy to understand situations and contexts. After returning, it is worth getting acquainted with a whole series of fairy tales about Peppie pig
– says Marta Lewandowska, expert Novakid, platform for learning English.
Shrek’s Adventure London – a visit to the residents of
In the heart of London, Shrek’s Adventure London – a unique attraction that transfers visitors to the world known from Dreamworks movies. It offers an interactive journey through the world of inhabitants of the world with the favorite heroes of the series. During the adventure, participants will meet iconic characters, i.e. Shrek, Fiona, Cat in shoes, donkey, pinokie or cookies, taking part in interactive live performances. The attraction combines special effects, Dreamworks animations and a unique humor, creating an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Guided guests takes place in English, so it can be a good opportunity for the youngest to listen to the language in an engaging and accessible way for them, which will certainly affect their positive experiences from visits to the Shrek universe.
The World of Hans Christian Andersen – a childhood classic connecting generations and developing imagination
Part of the modern Museum of Hans Christian Andersen in Danish Odense is Ville Vau – Fairy Tale Land, an interactive zone designed for the youngest. This is a unique sensory space that transfers children to the world of the author’s classic fairy tales, such as ugly duckling, a girl with matches, a little mermaid or new robes of the emperor. Andersen’s stories, although written in the nineteenth century, are still present in pop culture today – both in books, film adaptations and animations – that’s why this place is naturally connected by generations, allowing children and adults to discover the universal world of imagination together.
Ville Vau is not so much a typical playground as a fairy -tale microworld consisting of thematic rooms, costumes and props inspired by the world of Andersen and his childhood passion for theater and handicrafts. Children can change here, play scenes, build and explore – alone or with the help of adults. This experience engages senses and emotions, encouraging to freely creative expression and play with narrative. The whole is a beautiful combination of art, literature and children’s creativity.
Warner Bros Studio London – a magical journey to Hogwarts
During the holidays, fans of the young wizard, who are still waiting for their letter from Hogwarts, can take advantage of the extraordinary attraction, which is the Podlondon Studio Warner Bros Studio London. In Watford, in authentic film halls, there is a unique exhibition devoted to the backstage of the creation of Harry Potter films. This is not a classic amusement park, but a planned visiting route, which allows visitors to see, among others A large room in which the allocation ceremony, storage compartment, forbidden forest, platform 9¾ with Hogwarts Express and the interior of Bank Gringotta took place.
The exhibition spaces presented original costumes and props used by actors, scenery models, mock -ups and technical solutions responsible for special effects. The exhibition introduces the process of making the film – from graphic designs to animation and makeup. In many points, interactive elements are also available, such as the possibility of flying on a broom. It is an experience that combines the magic of cinema with education and a sentimental journey to one of the most iconic universes of pop culture.
A visit to the studio is an exciting experience for small wizards and fans of the Harry Potter series. The sightseeing route has been designed to encourage guests to actively participate. The exhibition contains many interactive elements, and the whole is presented in English, and particularly valuable – in its British variety. This is a great opportunity to listen to the natural accent and intonation with which the heroes of the films spoke their issues. Learning takes place in an incidental, in an atmosphere of fun and film magic. This is a unique experience that combines language education with a cinematographic adventure and allows you to look at the known story from a completely new, engaging perspective
– adds Marta Lewandowska, expert Novakid, platform for learning English.
The World of Beatrix Potter – a literary journey to the world of the English village and children’s adventures
In the heart of the picturesque Lake District, in Bowness-on-Windermere in Great Britain, there is The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. This interactive museum transfers visitors to the world of beloved characters created by Beatrix Potter, such as Piotruś Królik, Jemima Puddle-Duck or Mrs. Tiggy-Winekle. All 23 stories were recreated here in three -dimensional scenes that reflect the atmosphere of the English village, full of sounds, smells and details taken from books.
Guests of attractions will be able to learn about the life and work of Beatrix Potter herself, see a unique exhibition of scenery from her book illustrations and experience the magic of her stories. Interactive exhibitions, animations and stories with a teacher have been prepared for children, thanks to which they will be able to get to know the fairy tales accompanying their parents in their childhood. Thanks to this, a visit can become an opportunity to talk about how fairy tales looked in the past, what they taught the youngest and what lessons can be pulled out of them.
A visit to European thematic parks is a great idea for a family city break or a longer holiday trip. These types of places combine fun with education, offering children unforgettable experiences in the world of known and liked characters, and adults – a sentimental journey to heroes from their own childhood.
Although English used in thematic parks is usually not very extensive, it is worth reading a child with basic phrases that will allow him to feel more confident in the new environment. Platforms or language applications that offer materials and vocabulary in a condensed form may be support. As the statistics of the Novakid platform show, as much as 51 percent Parents after implementing such scientific assistance noticed that their children have more confidence in communication in English. This is a solid base that helps break the speaking barrier, even if the child does not use all forms or times correctly. The most important thing is that the child begins to communicate, which is the first step to real language learning through action
– says Marta Lewandowska, expert Novakid, platform for learning English.
What’s more, most parks offer entertainment in English – both as part of animation and technical service or shows. This is a great opportunity for children to use language skills in practice, listen to its natural sound and gain confidence in communication. Even simple interactions with heroes, tasks or puzzles in English can become an impulse for further learning, and parents show how effective and pleasant education can be through experience.
