“Terrance and the Wonder River” was a project commissioned by Newport City Homes and delivered by Thrift.
It took place in Somerton, Lliswery and Ringland primary schools in Autumn 2016 aimed at raising the aspirations of the children involved.
Each class experienced a high impact day of immersive storytelling, music and curiosity driven workshops, delivered by experienced artist educators Tim Godwin and Oliver Wallace.
At its heart was the statement: “I wonder is the start to and adventure.”
Using a ‘just enough structure’ approach the children were inspired to feel that no question was to small to ask and that curiosity, boldness,
collaboration and a sense of joy could lead to unexpected and valuable outcomes.
The source of wonder being the river Usk allowed the children’s location to feel special, making them the experts whose help we relied on...
