Children and Young People Research
Our research on children and young people’s reading in the UK. Discover the latest trends and information on children and young people’s reading habits and attitudes, and the benefits they gain from reading for pleasure.
- Teachers Reading Challenge 2022: living and breathing reading in South Ayshire
In January 2023, The Reading Agency spoke to Ashley G., a primary teacher working with P6/7 pupils in South Ayrshire about her experience of taking part in… - Summer Reading Challenge: Reach and Engagement 2023
The 2023 Summer Reading Challenge: ‘Ready, Set, Read!’, delivered in partnership with libraries and the Youth Sport Trust, once again brought the fun and benefits of reading to families across the UK. - The Summer Reading Challenge and Libraries: Abeeha, Ariba and Aamna’s story Story
This Libraries Week, we’re looking at how libraries play a key role in encouraging children to read. We went to Abraham Moss Library in Manchester to hear from children and their families how the Summer Reading Challenge has empowered their reading. - New Summer Reading Challenge Model sees dramatic increases in children’s library membershipOur new report summarises findings from our cross-authority pilot model of the Summer Reading Challenge.
- Earth Day: Environmental anxiety – what it is and what can we do
Children and young people across the world are worried about climate change. What can we do to support their wellbeing and foster their passions?
