Little Smiles For Everyone: A free, sensory-friendly Easter holiday activity for children and families
Families across Liverpool City Region are invited to attend Little Smiles For Everyone at Liverpool
Central Library, a free, sensory-friendly fun day taking place during the Easter school holidays -
offering the perfect opportunity for children to enjoy an activity that is both engaging and
educational.
Developed in collaboration with a range of local partners including Liverpool City Council and the
University of Liverpool, Little Smiles For Everyone focuses on helping families build confidence
around oral health and supervised toothbrushing, while keeping children entertained through play,
exploration and learning.
Designed with children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in mind, the event
features sensory-friendly activities and a calm, inclusive environment. However, Little Smiles For
Everyone is open to all children and families, and everyone is warmly encouraged to attend.
The event will take place on Thursday 2 April 2026, from 11am to 3pm, in the Children’s Room at
Liverpool Central Library. Families are welcome to drop in at any time, making it a flexible and
accessible option for those looking for things to do with their children during the school holidays.
Activities on the day will include:
• Toothbrushing tips and demonstrations, offering simple, practical advice for supporting
brushing at home
• Personalised oral health advice from dental professionals
• Sensory-friendly games and interactive learning stations, designed to keep children engaged
• Take-home toothbrush packs, information and resources to continue learning at home
By combining hands-on activities with informal support from dental professionals, the event aims to
reduce anxiety around dental care while helping children build healthy habits in a positive, enjoyable
way.
Event Details
Little Smiles For Everyone at Liverpool Central Library
Date: Thursday 2 April 2026
Time: 11am-3pm (drop in at any time)
Location: Children’s Room, Liverpool Central Library
Cost: Free - all children and families welcome
A community legacy inspired by a global children’s health event
Little Smiles forms part of a wider community legacy programme driven by the European Association
of Paediatric Dentistry Congress, which will be hosted at ACC Liverpool from 1-4 July 2026.
The European Association of Paediatric Dentistry Congress is a major international event that brings
together paediatric dental professionals, researchers and educators from around the world to share
knowledge and best practice focused on improving children’s oral health. As part of its commitment
to creating a positive and lasting impact beyond the conference itself, the Congress is supporting
community-led initiatives that benefit children and families across the Liverpool City Region.
Supported by

Little Smiles is proudly supported by The University of Liverpool, ACC Liverpool, British Society of
Paediatric Dentistry, Public Health Liverpool, Liverpool City Council Neighbourhood Team, Liverpool
Central Library, LFC Foundation, Everton in the Community, and Alder Hey Children’s Charity.