Why reading for pleasure is vital and how to encourage your students to read for enjoyment article
This article shares some of the research that outlines the importance of reading for pleasure as well as some ideas…
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How schools can get involved with Summer Reading Challenge 2020 article
The Summer Reading Challenge, presented by The Reading Agency and funded by Arts Council England, encourages children aged 4 to…
Parents and carers - get involved guide for Reading Well
A guide for parents and carers who want to support children and young people with Reading Well.
This Is Going To Hurt: Diary Writing Challenge
This activity sheet has been designed for use alongside reading the Quick Reads version of Adam Kay's This Is Going…
Extraordinary - reading notes and activities
A gentle tale about reaching for the stars and being extraordinary . . . but remembering the ordinary too. _Extraordinary_…
Stay home with the Walker Bear - Walker Books author videos and activities
*Walker Books* have LOTS of great resources to keep children entertained. *Alex Rider Goes Live* To celebrate the publication of…
Chicken House's Schools' Hub
Teachers, librarians, kids' club leaders – gather round! In "Chicken House’s Schools’ Hub":https://www.chickenhousebooks.com/schools/ you'll find educational resources that sit alongside…
We're Going on a Bear Hunt - celebrating 30 years
*We’re going on a bear hunt. We’re going to catch a big one. Will you come too?* _We’re Going on…
There’s a Rang-tan in My Bedroom - supporting resources and activity sheets
Teach children about the plight of the orangutan and the dangers of deforestation in, There’s a _Rang-tan in My Bedroom_,…
Lenny Makes a Wish - Reading Notes
When Lenny the rabbit spots a lonely fish in a pond, they soon become friends. But will their friendship survive,…
