15 August 2019
Red Joan reading group guide
A reading group guide written by author, Jennie Rooney. About the book Joan’s voice is almost a whisper. ‘Nobody talked about what they did during the war. We all knew we weren’t allowed to.’ Joan Stanley has a secret. She is a...
15 August 2019
Tell us your Quick Reads story
As Quick Reads prepares for re-launch in early 2020, we are looking for people who have been inspired in their lives by the programme. Download this poster to share in your library or organisation so we can tell the stories...
14 August 2019
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Space Chase Treasure Hunt - Welsh
Download a pdf version of the Space Chase character treasure hunt. This bundle contains 10 colour character sheets for you to print and hide, plus a Welsh activity sheet for children to fill in as they find each character (available in...
12 August 2019
The Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina - activity pack
Join Kittie Lacey, the best hairdresser in all of Fairyland, in her latest adventure The Fairytale Hairdresser and Thumbelina. It’s almost time for the Flower Festival and Kitty Lacey’s salon is bursting with people looking for a special floral hairstyle. This...
06 August 2019
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Reading Friends Volunteer Access to Training
Please follow the instructions in this doc then we can give access for your volunteers to the training.
05 August 2019
Dot Day - Make Your Mark poster and activity pack
Celebrate International Dot Day on 15th-ish September! International Dot Day, a global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration, began when teacher Terry Shay introduced his classroom to Peter H. Reynolds’ book The Dot on September 15, 2009. Now, every 15-ish September,...
02 August 2019
Don't Worry, Little Crab by Chris Haughton - book trailer
From the multi award-winning picture book maker of A Bit Lost, Oh No, George!, Shh! We Have a Plan and Goodnight Everyone comes a bold new picture book about building up the courage to try something new. In the rockpool above...
01 August 2019
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Reading Aloud
Find out about the many benefits of reading aloud in your Reading Friends groups and elsewhere.
01 August 2019
Comics and Graphic Novels Chatterbooks Pack
In this Chatterbooks activity pack you’ll find some great suggestions for comic books and graphic novels for your group to explore, read and enjoy together. We hope you enjoy them, together with all the discussion and activity ideas, and further...
19 July 2019
Space Chase Promotional Images
Download a selection of images sized for social media channels, featuring Space Chase characters. Illustrations in this resource are copyright of Adam Stower and The Reading Agency 2019, so please do not drag and drop, save or copy/paste images to use...
17 July 2019
Take it Back by Kia Abdullah Reading Group Guide
A reading group guide to Take it Back by Kia Abdullah including discussion questions and further reading.
17 July 2019
The Truth Pixie Goes to School by Matt Haig - resources pack
The Truth Pixie Goes to School is Matt Haig’s follow-up to last year’s heart-warming bestseller The Truth Pixie and is for little pixies everywhere aged 5 and over. Going back-to-school can be a scary time but The Truth Pixie and...
16 July 2019
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Reading Friends Wonders of Space: Session Idea
A plan for a themed Reading Friends session including things to read, look at, and talk about.
16 July 2019
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Reading Friends Wonders of Space: Session Resource Pack
Use alongside the session plans The First Moon Landing 1969 and The Wonders of Space. It provides activities and further ideas.
16 July 2019
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Reading Friends The First Moon Landing 1969: session idea
A plan for a themed Reading Friends session including things to read, look at, and talk about.
12 July 2019
The Sea Book by DK - Activity pack
Featuring fascinating fishy facts accompanied by bright, bold, and beautiful illustrations, this book takes children on a journey through the sea and all its zones. Touching on mammals, fish, invertebrates, and reptiles, The Sea Book explores a wealth of incredible...
12 July 2019
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Reading Friends Digital Signage Editable
Promote Reading Friends on any screen. Add local details on this editable version. There’s also a generic version.
12 July 2019
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Reading Friends Digital Signage Generic
Promote Reading Friends on any screen. There’s also an editable design available where you can add local details.
11 July 2019
Space Chase game: dice and counters - Welsh
Download this activity sheet to make dice and counters for the Space Chase Rockets and Comets game! Cut out the templates or design your own counters to create everything you need to play the game. You can also find this resource on...
10 July 2019
Reading Well Wales: bilingual plasma screen artwork for Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia
Bilingual artwork (Welsh and English) for the Reading Well Books on Prescription for dementia in Wales scheme. For display on plasma screens in GP surgeries, social media, and other promotional settings.
10 July 2019
Reading Well Wales: prescriber guidelines for Reading Well Books on Prescription for mental health
A guide for health and social care professionals on how to prescribe the Reading Well Books on Prescription for mental health titles.
10 July 2019
Reading Well Wales: plasma screen artwork for Reading Well Books on Prescription for mental health
Bilingual artwork (Welsh and English) for the Reading Well Books on Prescription for mental health in Wales scheme. For display on plasma screens in GP surgeries, social media, and other promotional settings.
10 July 2019
Reading Well Books on Prescription evaluation poster
A bilingual downloadable A4 poster for promoting the online surveys for the Reading Well Books on Prescription evaluation 2018-19. To be printed and displayed in libraries and health settings.
10 July 2019
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The Summer Reading Challenge and Arts Award Discover
In this download you will find: Arts Award Discover activity sheets A document showing how the activities map to each part of Discover Information for parents & carers
09 July 2019
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Space Chase Press Release Template: Welsh translation
This press release template can be customised with local logos and information to promote the Summer Reading Challenge in your authority. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2019. Libraries should contact...
09 July 2019
Space Chase Family Favourites Activity Sheet
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge for children celebrates 50 years since the first Moon landing, making it the perfect theme to inspire readers of all ages. Use this activity sheet to create a record of the books you’re enjoying and to...
09 July 2019
Space!
To tie in with this month’s launch of Space Chase, the theme for the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge, we are bringing you some of our favourite books about outer space. From brain-bending books on physics to comic tales from the...
04 July 2019
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Space Chase Activity Sheets
Download activity sheets for children taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge 2019, including wordsearches, sudoku puzzles and anagrams. This download also includes answer sheets. Please note: this is a locked resource for library authorities participating in the Summer Reading Challenge 2019....
04 July 2019
Train to Impossible Places - Letter writing resource
The Train to Impossible Places All aboard for a magical journey… When Suzy hears a strange rattling noise in the middle of the night, she creeps downstairs to find a train roaring through her house. But this is no ordinary train. This is...
04 July 2019
The Usborne Book of the Moon - Resource Pack
This Resource Pack is based on The Usborne Book of the Moon – the beautiful new illustrated book all about the story of our moon. Each lesson included uses extracts from the book, giving you beautiful text and illustrations to...
