Halyna Budilova

A Very Very Angry Book Workshop - Ages 5 - 8

Profile

Halyna Budilova is a children’s writer, poet, songwriter, journalist, translator and publisher from Kyiv, Ukraine, now based in County Longford.

She holds a Master’s degree in Philology and Translation and works across Ukrainian, Russian, English and German.

The owner of Little Beetle Press, Halyna has written more than 20 children’s books, including the award-winning A Very VERY Angry Book.

Her therapeutic colouring book series, Robbie and Crosspatch in Crown, was created in response to the coronavirus pandemic and has been published internationally.

Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Halyna and her children rebuilt their lives in Ireland, where she continues to write, publish and create.

At the Festival

  • Date: 4th July 2026
  • Time: 10:30 AM
  • Venue: Mullingar Library

Based on Halyna Budilova’s A Very Very Angry Book, this playful and thoughtful workshop helps children explore anger in a safe, creative and supportive setting.

Beginning with a story video narrated by Halyna, children will discover that anger is a normal emotion, while learning positive ways to understand and express it.

Through mask-making, group activities and gentle discussion, participants will create their own Angry Mask and help build a Calm Corner, exploring what makes them feel safe and peaceful.

This workshop encourages emotional literacy, empathy and creativity, with the reassuring message that calm can always be found again.

Places are limited. Please book to avoid disappointment.

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