PROJEKT TRACE: REZULTATI VREDNOVANJA KREATIVNIH RADIONICA NACIONALNE I SVEUČILIŠNE KNJIŽNICE U ZAGREBU.

Purpose. The aim of the paper is to present the results of evaluating the satisfaction of teachers, librarians and children with the creative workshops conducted on the basis of traditional stories and to determine the possibilities of using different teaching methods that encourage critical thinking among children in children's libraries (both public and school) and in schools. The work is based on the evaluation of the creative workshops that were held as part of the Erasmus+ project Traditional children's stories for a common future - TRACE, in cooperation between the National and University Library in Zagreb and the Zagreb City Libraries. Approach/Methodology. The evaluation was carried out as part of the Project's plan by the National and University Library in Zagreb among teachers, librarians and children who participated in the workshops in the Zagreb City Libraries (the Selčina Library). The questionnaire method was used for a total of 166 participants. Two questionnaires were prepared, one for teachers and librarians with 20 questions, and the other for children with 10 questions. Both questionnaires consisted of closed and open-ended questions, including comments. Results. The analysis of survey questionnaires on user satisfaction with the conducted workshops showed that teachers and librarians consider their participation in the workshops useful because they had the opportunity to learn about new, innovative teaching methods using stories with different ethical topics with the aim of encouraging critical thinking in children. The children successfully and happily performed all the tasks set during the workshops which encouraged them to think critically. Practical use. During the workshops, teachers and librarians were introduced to innovative teaching methods that they can use in their work. Each of the mentioned teaching methods can be used individually, but they can also be combined. Workshops can be conducted in "continuations", and are applicable both in children's departments of public libraries and in schools. Originality and value. The paper indicates the need to introduce creative methods while working with children in children's libraries and in classes, with the purpose of encouraging the development of critical thinking among children which will empower them and help them solve problems, teach them about ethical values in life and the importance of mutual understanding and respect. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]