Denbighshire's libraries are sparking children's imagination this summer by holding art workshops.

Inviting young minds to participate in the Summer Reading Challenge, the libraries are working in partnership with Denbighshire Leisure Community Arts.

The programme aims to stave off the "summer dip" learning loss experienced by children during the holidays.

Last year, it was reported that more than 685,000 UK children took part.

This year's theme is 'Marvellous Makers'.

The libraries are collaborating with artists Tara Dean, Jess Balla, Lisa Carter and Elen Williams throughout the summer.

Children will have the opportunity to take part in creative activities including printmaking with air dry clay, decorating paper hats, collage printing and creating a comic.

The sessions are open to all but have limited spaces - so parents are advised to contact their local library to book a place.

Deborah Owen, principal librarian for Denbighshire County Council, said: "The Summer Reading Challenge is a great way to encourage children to read for pleasure during the summer, improving their reading skills and confidence.

"It’s all about imagination and creativity this year so there is something for everyone, come to your local library and join in the Marvellous Makers fun."

Echoing her sentiments, Councillor Emrys Wynne, lead member for Welsh Language, Culture & Heritage, added, "This summer’s reading challenge is all about expressing creativity in as many ways as possible.

"Art workshops are a brilliant way for our young readers to hone their artistic skills, and learn more about creative expression."

These sessions, funded by the UK Government, are organised in collaboration with DLL Active Communities.

The full list of events includes:

- Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Tara Dean - Corwen Library August 7, 10.30-12.30 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Tara Dean - Llangollen Library August 7, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Elen Williams - Prestatyn Library August 6, 10.30-12.30 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Prestatyn Library August 13, 10.30-12.30 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Prestatyn Library August 20, 10.30-12.30 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Elen Williams - Rhyl Library August 6, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Rhyl Library August 13, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Rhyl Library August 20, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Ruthin Library August 12, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Ruthin Library August 19, 2-4 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Denbigh Library August 12, 10.30-12.30 - Marvellous Makers Craft Workshop with Lisa Carter - Denbigh Library August 19, 10.30-12.30.